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Local defense attorney explains changes to Derek Chauvin’s trial

WEST FARGO, N.D. — A local defense attorney says the fact that former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin will be tried alone could benefit either him or his co-defendants, depending on the arguments brought forth in court. Chauvin’s co-defendants are former officers J. Alexander Kueng, Thomas Lane, and Tou Thao. Leah Carlson of Ohnstad Twichell Law Office in West Fargo…

Fargo Cass Public Health is moving to phase 1B of Covid-19 vaccine distribution

Phase 1A of the COVID-19 vaccine distribution is almost reaching its end.

FARGO, N.D. – Sanford Health in Fargo will begin administering the COVID-19 vaccine to Phase 1B, to those 75 and older starting tomorrow by appointment only. Fargo Cass Public Health says they’re expecting to begin distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine for priority groups in phase 1B on Monday. Phase 1A of the COVID-19 vaccine distribution is almost reaching its end….

Following FBI alerts, ND legislators prepare for possibility of violence at State Capitol

North Dakota lawmakers are working with state and local authorities

BISMARCK, N.D. — The North Dakota Capitol is one of many across the country preparing to respond to possible armed demonstrations. “We know that just because we’re in North Dakota or Bismarck, North Dakota, doesn’t make us immune from potential acts of violence,” says House Minority Leader Josh Boschee of Fargo. Boschee and Speaker of the House Kim Koppelman of…

Fargo apartment fire sends person to hospital

FARGO, N.D. – One person is hospitalized after an apartment fire in Fargo Wednesday night. It happened at 1402 32nd Street South. Fire officials say the blaze started in a first floor unit with multiple people inside. They were able to get out with minor injuries. Crews say they were able to knock down the fire in 10 minutes and…

Frostival begins with snow sculpture competition

MOORHEAD, Minn. – Moorhead Business Association is hosting a snow sculpture competition as Frostival beings. It’s six whole weeks of winter fun throughout the metro. The forms are being set up for the artists to make their marks. “The Snow Must Go On” Snow Sculpture Competition is taking place at Viking Ship Park during the Frozen Fortress. Amateurs and professionals…

House votes to impeach Trump a second time

WASHINGTON (KVRR) – For the second time in just over a year, the House of Representatives has impeached President Donald Trump. Actual removal seems unlikely before the Jan. 20 inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell would not agree to bring that chamber back immediately, all but ensuring a Senate trial could not begin at least until…

North Dakota bar owner seeking donations to challenge Burgum’s executive orders

WILLOW CITY, N.D. – A North Dakota bar owner who says the state drove him out of business with COVID-19 restrictions is soliciting funds to file a federal civil rights complaint. David Corum, who ran Gunslingers Bar in Willow City, has been contacting bar owners about hosting fundraisers to challenge Gov. Doug Burgum’s executive orders that hurt businesses. Northeast District…