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UPDATE: Mapleton Woman Apologizes for Alleged Death Threats Towards Somali Americans at Fargo Walmart

They said the woman began yelling at them to go "back to their own country"

FARGO, ND — The woman who is at the center of a social media controversy over alleged death threats she made to three Somali Americans at a Fargo Walmart reached out to KVRR to explain why she said what she said. Amber Hensley said she is sorry things got out of control in the heat of the moment and takes…

Community of Park Rapids Offering Help on Repairs of Park Theater

What started off as small sparks has now turned into a damaged piece of history.

PARK RAPIDS, Minn. — A classic symbol that’s graced Main Street of Park Rapids since 1938 has been damaged. We first brought you the story last night of the Park Theater’s marquee on fire. What started off as small sparks has now turned into a damaged piece of history. “I kind of smelled something, walked outside didn’t see anything,” said…

It’s a Boy! Sanford Medical Center Delivers its First Baby

The parents said they feel like their new child is a part of history

FARGO, ND — It’s the first day of operations at the new Sanford Medical Center and the hospital has already delivered its first baby, a little more than an hour after the doors opened. Meet Kadyn Reynolds: the fourth child of Christine and Shaun Reynolds of Fargo. They said Kadyn is more than seven weeks early and has a rare…

Over $30,000 Raised at 27th Annual Paws Walk

They're still counting up the event's donations as of Tuesday night

FARGO, ND — Many sets of feet and paws trotted around Rheault Farm to help a local animal shelter. About 250 people and 177 dogs showed up to the 27th Annual Paws Walk to help Fargo’s Homeward Animal Shelter. Rumor has it there were even a couple of cats who joined the walk. Their goal is to raise $35,000 from…

FruitFly-Two Malware Targets Mac Users

MalwareBytes researchers say the malware appears to not be stealing information, but simply to spy on unknown users

  NATIONAL — A security firm says they have discovered a new strain of malware targeting Mac users, called FruitFly Two. The malware operates in the background of Mac computers, spying on users through the computer’s camera and captures images of what’s displayed on the screen while also logging in key strokes. MalwareBytes researchers say the malware appears to not…

People Allowed Back into Homes After Five Electrical Fires at Minot Apartment Building

An evacuation order was issued July 12

  MINOT, ND — People forced from their apartments after five electrical fires in three days are allowed back home. The first fire at North Highlands Apartments in Minot happened July 10. Water entered a crack in the foundation and compromised the electrical system in the elevator equipment room. That was followed by four fires in electric clothes dryers. An…

Crop Scouts Studying How Drought Will Affect Wheat Supplies in North Dakota

North Dakota is a top producer of wheat

  NORTH DAKOTA — Crop scouts are touring North Dakota this week to get a better idea of just how the drought will affect wheat supplies. Farmers, seed company representatives, wheat millers and others are surveying fields to determine how much of the crop will be available. North Dakota is a top producer of wheat. The estimated national average for…

North Dakota’s Judge Erickson Appears Before Senate Judiciary Committee

Erickson was nominated by President Trump to serve on the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A North Dakota judge appears before the Senate Judiciary Committee. Senators Heitkamp and Hoeven introduced U.S. District Judge Ralph Erickson to the panel. Erickson was nominated by President Trump to serve on the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals. Both senators encouraged the committee to approve Judge Erickson’s nomination and move it to the Senate for confirmation. “Judge…

Fargo Police Asking for Public’s Help Finding Vandalism Suspect

They have released these images of a man wearing a handkerchief

  FARGO, ND — Police hope you can help them catch a vandalism suspect. They have released these images of a man wearing a handkerchief. He is tied to the vandalism of a car and building earlier this month near 1026 NP Avenue. Surveillance photos of the man were taken from security camera footage. The former Union Storage building is…

Bismarck Couple Charged After Passing Out Drunk in Van While Toddlers Play Inside

They also found an open jug of milk in the van, along with food, dirty diapers, a bottle of vodka and an unmarked pill bottle

BISMARCK, ND — Two toddlers were found playing in a van in Bismarck while their grandmother and a man were allegedly passed out drunk. Forty-year-olds Andrea Addison and Gary Pulido face felony child neglect charges after being arrested Thursday. Officers found the one and two-year-old boys in dirty diapers and one was covered with rotten milk. They also found an…