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NDSU president says hate speech task force is working rapidly toward solutions

FARGO (KVRR) – North Dakota State University President Dean Bresciani says a task force he commissioned in the wake of racist social media posts by students is “working rapidly” toward finding appropriate solutions. In a letter to the campus community Thursday, Bresciani said the panel has met twice this week, and plans to meet often. “The task force is working…

Pet Connection: Meet Charlie

A bearded gentleman who can't wait to snuggle with you.

Beards are having a moment, it’s for sure. As a matter of fact, their appeal is consistent both with men and with women these days. Men love not having to shave, and women love them for their rugged lumberjack appeal. But this bearded guy has other attractions, too. Not only is he the strong silent type, he also doesn’t mind…

Pilot error cited in North Dakota plane crash that killed 3

BISMARCK, N.D. – Federal investigators say pilot error most likely caused the 2018 crash of a medical plane in North Dakota that killed all three people on board. The National Transportation Safety Board’s final report attributed the Bismarck Air Medical crash in Morton County to “the pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane in dark night conditions.” It said…

Church identified as hate group gets permit in Minnesota

MURDOCK, Minn. – The city council in a small Minnesota farming community has voted to grant a permit that allows a Nordic heritage church that has been identified as a white supremacist group to gather at an abandoned church. The vote Wednesday night came after the council in the Swift County community of Murdock was advised by the city attorney…

Minnesota truck driver will be featured on Jones Soda bottles as part of Unsung Heroes Campaign

He, like many truck drivers, has had to continue to work during the pandemic in order to provide for his family.

SEATTLE (KVRR) – Seattle company Jones Soda will be featuring a Minnesota truck driver on their soda bottles as part of the company’s Unsung Hero Campaign. At first glance, this image can be portrayed as just a father carrying his daughter while in front of a truck. What the picture doesn’t tell is that it was going to be two…

West Fargo Public Library is collecting winter gear for kids in need

Every year, the library puts on a tree where community members can bring mittens, hats and scarves.

WEST FARGO, N.D.- The West Fargo Public Library hosts its annual Mitten Drive for kids in need. Every year, the library puts on a tree where community members can bring mittens, hats and scarves. The library says mittens and scarves are the most need items. The library brings them to the West Fargo Public Schools for them to hand out….

Fargo PD reminding everyone to make sure to lock up their vehicles this winter

Leaving your car unlocked leaves you susceptible to theft

FARGO, N.D. – Fargo Police is reminding everyone “Mr. Thief” doesn’t sleep during the cold winter months. It’s not uncommon to leave your car unlocked and running during the winter. These are the top targets for car theft. To keep yourself from being a victim, make sure to be cautious and to lock your car doors. If you have any…

Man arrested after high speed chase in Clay County

Jason Jensen, 35, arrested for Felony Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle

GLYNDON, Minn. — Law enforcement responding to a stolen vehicle leads to a high-speed chase in Clay County. Thirty-five-year-old Jason Jensen was arrested. The sheriff’s office says they were told a driver had stolen a vehicle from a Dilworth business around 2:30 pm and was driving eastbound on Hwy 10. Deputies tried to pull the vehicle over near 150th Street…

ND’s mask mandate & capacity requirements extended

BISMARCK, N.D. – Governor Doug Burgum extends the state’s mask mandate, capacity requirements for businesses and bar and restaurant closures at 10 each night. They were set to expire Sunday. Burgum says he’s extending those orders because North Dakota still has low hospital capacity and is among the highest Covid-19 positivity rates in the country. The guidelines are set to…