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Mpls. Officer’s Attorney Asking For No Prison Time

If that's not granted, they're seeking less prison time than state sentencing guidelines recommend.

MINNEAPOLIS – Attorneys for the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of fatally shooting an unarmed woman in 2017 plan to ask a sentencing judge for no prison time. If that’s not granted, they’re seeking less prison time than state sentencing guidelines recommend. Mohamed Noor’s lawyers filed a motion Thursday asking for a “dispositional departure” when he is sentenced June 7…

Moorhead Police Looking for Guinea Pigs Owner

If no owners are found, we will have to find a local organization who will take them in.

MOORHEAD, MN — Moorhead Police are asking for the public’s help in finding the owners of three guinea pigs. They are looking for the owners of the guinea pigs, who were found running in a park today. If no owners are found, we will have to find a local organization who will take them in. Categories: Community, Local News, Minnesota…

West Fargo Police Gets a New Addition

Brewtus is a 16–month old German shepherd from Germany and he is the third K–9 unit to join the force

WEST FARGO, N.D.– West Fargo Police Department is adding a new member to the force. Brewtus is a 16–month old German shepherd from Germany and he is the third K–9 unit to join the force. Community members and businesses donated around $44,000 for West Fargo to get another K–9. He started on May 8 and although he is still a puppy,…

Garage Sale to Help a Group Supporting Parents Who Lost a Child

The Office Sign Company is hosting its semi–annual garage sale and donating 100% of the proceeds to the Hopeful Heart Project

DOWNTOWN FARGO, N.D.–They might seem like left over odds and ends. But to some parents, they are a sign of hope. The Office Sign Company is hosting its semi–annual garage sale and donating 100% of the proceeds to the Hopeful Heart Project. The local nonprofit is dedicated to providing care packages, support and resources to families who have lost a…

Child Autism Center Adds Location in Moorhead

Autism Innovation in Motion works with Autistic kids up to 40 hours a week

MOORHEAD, MN– Autistic children are able to get the support they need with the help of Autism Innovation in Motion. AIM’s facility in Moorhead can help children from the age of a year and a half to 21 develop the skills they need to be successful in everyday life. “It’s really important that we dive into those skills and catch…

Firefighters Remind People to be Mindful When Burning Recreational Fires

Always have some sort of water supply on hand

As you enjoy the nice weather and longer days, firefighters want you keep fire safety in mind. Having a fire in your backyard to roast some s’mores is a great summer pastime, but if the smoke starts to bother neighbors, that’s when it becomes a problem. Neighbors may call the fire department if the flames cause them to close their…

Bennett Elementary Students Hold “Clap Out” to Honor Fifth Graders and Retiring Staff Members

The procession was led by retiring teacher Kelly Welle

FARGO, N.D. — School’s out for the year in Fargo and Bennett Elementary students are super excited. A “clap out” honors graduating fifth graders and retiring staff members. Parents walk with their fifth graders as they leave the building for the last time. The procession was led by retiring second grade teacher Kelly Welle who has taught in the district for…

Concrete Truck Tips Over on 40th Avenue South in Fargo

The driver was taken to the hospital with unknown injuries

FARGO, N.D. — A concrete truck tipped over on 3901 40th Avenue South this afternoon. A call came in around 3:30 from the concrete company for a truck on its side. The driver was out of the truck when first responders arrived. Firefighters say they most likely took the corner too fast. Fluids were leaking from the truck when they arrived….

Minnesota’s Governor Signs $20 Billion Education Budget Bill

The law invests an additional $543 million in E-12 education funding

ST. PAUL, MN — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz stops by Bruce Vento Elementary School in St. Paul to sign the $20 billion E-12 education budget bill into law. He was joined by students, teachers, and legislators. The law invests an additional $543 million in E-12 education funding. It’ll provide Minnesota schools with more resources per child and keeping the classroom doors…