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High Risk Sex Offender Moves to Grand Forks

He has two convictions for Gross Sexual Imposition in 2003

GRAND FORKS, ND — The Grand Forks Police department wants to warn the community of a high risk sex offender that moved to town. Juan DeLeon, 30, moved from Valley City to 18 North Washington Street where he is living in the basement apartment. He has two convictions for Gross Sexual Imposition in 2003. Authorities say he engaged in a…

Moorhead Schools Replacing the Traditional Lockdown System

Supporters think classrooms should be allowed more options in active shooter emergencies

MOORHEAD, Minn. — A replacement to the usual lockdown protocol will be used in Moorhead. Teachers and staff members are already getting trained in on the new program. Columbine and Sandy Hook have become shorthand for horrific school shootings. It’s part of what sparked a nationwide effort to change the traditional lockdown system used in schools. “The lockdown protocol we…

How Athletes Can Reduce the Risk of an ACL Injury

A Stregnth and Conditioning Specialist From Sanford POWER Gives Workout Tips to Help Reduce the Risk of an ACL Injury

FARGO, ND — Fall sports are in full swing and with a new season comes the possibility of getting injured. One of the most common sports injuries are ACL related. ACL stands for anterior cruciate ligament, which travels from the medial part of your lower leg to the lateral part of your upper thigh bone. You can never fully prevent…

After Tragic Death, Cyclist Gives the Gift of Life to Others

A flag saying "Donate Life" was raised in his honor at Sanford Medical Center

FARGO, ND — Local doctors are speaking out about the importance of registering as an organ donor after a young man died from a car versus bicycle accident in Fargo. Family members of 19-year-old Randy West said four people are getting help from his organs. They said he’s touched their lives with his gift of life. A flag saying “Donate…

NDSU Prepares for Homecoming with Events to Begin Thursday

On Friday, President Dean Bresciani will give his university address

FARGO, ND — NDSU Bison, old and new, will be rocking yellow and green all weekend long as they celebrate Homecoming. The events kick off Thursday, when the university elects its Homecoming King and Queen. On Friday, President Dean Bresciani will give his university address. That will be followed up with the Homecoming Parade that runs through downtown Fargo, starting…

Fargo Police Department Investigating Car Shooting

Police say the car was unoccupied and there has been no arrest made at this time

  FARGO, ND — The Fargo Police Department is investigating a late night car shooting. Police say they received a call around 9 o’clock Sunday night that a parked car in the 4100 block of 34th Street South in Fargo was hit by gunfire. The front driver’s side window was shattered and there was a bullet hole near the gas…

Moorhead City Council Passes Hate Crime Resolution

Resolution written by Moorhead Council Member Mari Dailey calls for an "inclusive community."

MOORHEAD, Minn. — The Moorhead City Council passed a hate crime resolution which targets recent hate speech in the metro. Resolution written by Moorhead Council Member Mari Dailey calls for an “inclusive community.” Council says the resolution will put Moorhead on record as a community which officially condemns hate crimes. Mayor Del Rae Williams said this resolution was written shortly after…

Moorhead Public Schools Making Changes to Lockdown Policy

A regional committee says keeping a classroom locked up in an active shooter situation could sometimes be dangerous

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Moorhead Public Schools are making changes to their lockdown policy. A regional committee says keeping a classroom locked up in an active shooter situation could sometimes be dangerous. Implementing the A.L.I.C.E. Schools Emergency Program could take more than a year. But district staff members begin their training tonight. Under the new protocol, classrooms will be allowed to…

Fargo Police Warn of Another Ticket Scam Hitting the Metro

Fargo Police said it is not their policy to issue "e-cites" and to "disregard or delete" the scam email.

  FARGO, ND — Fargo Police said if you receive an email, stating you have to pay a fee or a fine for any kind of violation, please do not click on any links or go to pay the ticket. The department put out a warning on social media to warn people this is not a ticket issued through them….

Gov. Dayton Opposes National Anthem Protests, Says MN Vikings Did the Right Thing

Minnesota Vikings players and management stood with locked arms before their game on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Gov. Dayton said he disagrees with professional athletes who sit or kneel during the national anthem. Minnesota Vikings players and management stood with locked arms before their game on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Dayton called that the appropriate response. Two Bucs players took a knee and at least 200 NFL players knelt, sat, stretched…