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LIVE: Unglued Craft Fest

Consider your Zoom fatigue officially CONQUERED.

This pandemic has forced a lot of us to draw on our creativity to stay sane and entertained in ways we never had to before. And now, the experts at making much of what’s around you are showing us how to do it in a bigger way than ever before. The 11th Annual Unglued: Craft Fest is going forward this…

Attorneys sift strong opinions, anxiety among Chauvin jurors

MINNEAPOLIS – Jury selection opens its second day Wednesday in the trial of a former Minneapolis police officer charged in George Floyd’s death last May. Derek Chauvin faces second-degree murder and manslaughter charges. Several potential jurors were dismissed Tuesday, including some who said they wouldn’t be able to set aside their strong views about the case. Jury selection is proceeding…

Jessica Magnuson Named Fargo Public Schools Teacher of the Year

"This is definitely not how I expected the afternoon to turn out, but I'm just so grateful for everyone's support here today."

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo Public Schools surprises a dedicated staff member with the 64th annual Teacher of the Year Award. “Today is without a doubt the best day of the year for us in getting to recognize one of our great staff members. Today was our teacher of the year that we got to recognize. It is a surprise…

Experts say public is not ready to forgo masks

It's still recommended in public that fully vaccinated people mask. Sounds a bit like a broken record, but that's what I think we still need to do,"

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – With the CDC updating its COVID-19 guidelines experts say we are not in the clear just yet. Parts of the country have already begun easing restrictions on mask mandates including North Dakota Legislature dropping mask usage within chambers and Grand Forks County forgoing all masks. Experts at Sanford Health say even with low case numbers and…

Minnesota expands vaccine eligibility ahead of schedule

The state is moving through its timeline of vaccine prioritizations quicker than anticipated

MINNESOTA (KVRR) – Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says the state is reaching its goal of vaccinating 70% of people 65 years and older this week. That puts the state’s timeline several weeks ahead of schedule. “This is good news, Minnesota,” said Walz at Tuesday’s press conference. “There’s still a much higher demand than there is a supply, but the supply…

SWAT team training in North Fargo

FARGO, N.D. – Law enforcement wants you to know if you see a large police presence in North Fargo Tuesday night, it’s just training. Red River Valley SWAT will be doing training at 901 41st Avenue North until 9:00. Officials say loud noises and people dressed in camouflage will be in the area. Categories: Local News, North Dakota News Tags:…

Minnesota House Republicans urge Gov. Walz to ease business restrictions

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) – With COVID-19 case counts and hospitalizations on the decline in Minnesota, Republicans are calling on Gov. Tim Walz to loosen restrictions. House Minority Leader Rep. Kurt Daudt says Minnesota is lagging behind neighboring and other states in reopening restaurants and events. Walz has said he plans on announcing new guidelines in the coming days. Rep….

Lawmakers asked to eliminate citation envelopes

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Highway Patrol wants the Legislature to change a rule that requires law enforcement to provide a pre-addressed envelope with every traffic citation. The Patrol says the practice is a waste of money and an unneeded hassle for law enforcement because most people pay online, in person, or by phone.  Troopers argue that law enforcement agencies…