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North Dakota lawmakers weigh new legislation after governor veto confusion

August 14, 2025

KVRR Staff,

Emily Thompson, right, legal division director for Legislative Council, speaks during a committee meeting next to John Bjornson, director of Legislative Council, on Aug. 13, 2025. (Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — Lawmakers are considering a bill to clarify the legislative veto process after Gov. Kelly Armstrong’s office appeared to accidentally line-item veto housing funding in May….

“Crack the Code 2.0” Aims to Double Oil Recovery in the Bakken

Energy Secretary Chris Wright stopped in Grand Forks to talk about technological innovation and the federal government's regulatory role.

August 13, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

\GRAND FORKS, N.D. – Energy Secretary Chris Wright spoke at the Energy and Environmental Research Center in Grand Forks alongside federal and local lawmakers, talking about one very clear goal – double the amount of oil production in the Bakken. “We peaked at 1.5 million barrels a day. Now we’re down to 1.1 million barrels. And that’s going to keep…

Resignation letters from City of Fargo communications employees describe ‘toxic’ workplace

August 13, 2025

Juliana Pelaez,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The City of Fargo’s Communications team is down four employees after they submitted their resignations. Their reasoning, the department’s toxicity, and the lack of support for its employees. Those stepping down are Chief Communications Officer Gregg Schildberger, Deputy Chief Communications Officer Katie Ettish, Creative Services Director Ryan Green, and Project Manager Emily Groth. “The stress, anxiety,…

Victim of August 3 assault has died of his injuries, suspect arrested last Sunday in Moorhead

August 13, 2025

TJ Nelson,

(UPDATE 08/14/25 1pM) The Fargo Police Department has identified the deceased individual as John Matthew Pilcher, a 55-year-old male who was a Fargo resident. FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — An update to an assault arrest this week involving 19-year-old Tabias Walker, who has no permanent address. Fargo Police say the victim in the assault that happened on August 3 in the…

Two people arrested after another police chase in West Fargo

August 13, 2025

TJ Nelson,

Collin Forthun and Johnna Abrahamson WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Another driver flees a traffic stop for a violation overnight in West Fargo. Police eventually stopped 30-year-old Collin Forthun by using a PIT maneuver in the 1400 block of 16th Avenue East. The vehicle spun out and hit a tree stump. Forthun, who has no permanent address, was arrested for…

Another day of SWAT training is planned for Thursday in Fargo

August 13, 2025

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Red River Valley SWAT has another day of training planned for Thursday. They will be in the 400 block of 1st Avenue North from noon until 4. And then in the 1400 block of 8th Street North from 4 until 9. People in the area will see numerous emergency vehicles with lights activated, unloaded weapons and…

Four-legged, Fabulous Fundraiser

August 13, 2025

Emily Welker,

FARGO — The dogs are taking to the catwalk, and it’s all for a great cause. It was a night of fabulous, four-legged fashion at the very first “Pawject Runway” fundraiser and fashion show for Homeward Animal Shelter at South Fargo’s Brewhalla. Pet parents and their dressed-up dogs took to the second floor runway to show off their coordinated outfits,…

Fargo man accused of threatening to kill two kids during burglary investigation is arrested for terrorizing

August 13, 2025

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A Fargo man is charged with felony terrorizing of a child. Police were called to investigate a possible burglary last night just before 8 o’clock and Andrew Barrett matched the description of the suspect. According to court records, the homeowner declined to press charges and Barrett was released. While he was walking away and yelling at…

Metal Detectors Likely Coming To Minnesota State Capitol

August 13, 2025

Emily Welker,

FARGO (KVRR) – Minnesota’s Senate DFL leader says there are likely to be metal detectors added at the state capitol building in the wake of the assassination of a former state house speaker and the attempt on the life of another lawmaker. State Senator Erin Murphy wouldn’t share specifics of other changes at the capitol, saying sharing too many details…

Two people arrested in Stearns Co. after high-speed chase in vehicle stolen out of Fargo

August 13, 2025

TJ Nelson,

Melissa Torres and Jackson MulderSTEARNS CO., Minn. (KVRR) — Two people are arrested after leading authorities on a high-speed chase through Stearns County yesterday in a stolen vehicle from Fargo. The driver was identified as 32-year-old Melissa Torres of Moorhead. The passenger was 21-year-old Jackson Mulder of Valley City. Both had active arrest warrants. An officer in St. Joseph spotted…