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Explorers find what they believe is World War II ace Richard Bong’s downed plane in South Pacific

Searchers announced Thursday they've discovered what they believe is the wreckage of World War II ace Richard Bong's plane in the South Pacific

FILE – Captain Richard J. Bong, of Poplar, Wis., points to a large picture of his girl friend, Marge Vattendahl, on his Lighting P-38 fighter plane pilot stationed at a New Guinea Air Base, March 31, 1944. Searchers announced Thursday, May 23, 2024, that they’ve discovered what they believe is the wreckage of World War II ace Bong’s plane in…

Minnesota State Patrol has tips for staying safe on the roads over Memorial Day Weekend

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – With more traffic and construction, the time between Memorial Day and Labor Day can be the most dangerous on our roadways. Sergeant Jesse Grabow with the Minnesota State Patrol says that with more people out traveling over the summer, the roadways can become more dangerous than you may think. “With Memorial Weekend just being a busy…

Crookston man shot, killed by police identified

The man was involved in a May 16 use-of-force incident

Courtesy: KROXST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) — The man accused of swinging a hatchet at police in Crookston last week has been identified. Police shot 35-year-old Andrew Dale who later died at a hospital. On May 16, they came across Dale just before 1 a.m. around 7th Street East. He rapidly approached officers and less lethal means were deployed and then…

Attorney General Ellison joins antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR/FOX) — Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has joined 30 other attorneys general in the fight against live entertainment costs. Attorney General Ellison said, “One of the major drivers of inflation in this country is corporate greed and illegal behavior and Live Nation and Ticketmaster are prime examples.” The Justice Department announces it has filed an antitrust…

Roseau Daycare Provider Charged After Spanking Child And Leaving Bruises

ROSEAU, Minn. (KVRR) — A daycare provider in Roseau, Minnesota faces felony charges after deputies say she admitted to spanking a child out of frustration. 33-year-old Arrial Lovelace is charged with 3rd degree assault and malicious punishment of a child. Authorities were contacted Wednesday by a social worker with Roseau County Social Services after a parent reported that their child…

Pet Connection: Meet Gemma

Gemma is an 18-month-old Pit Bull mix who just wants to break out and enjoy life

Gemma is a bundle of energy. She joined us for Pet Connection this week from Homeward Animal Shelter. She’s an 18-month-old Pit Bull mix who just wants to break out and enjoy life. She loves to play, and can be a bit of a playful nibbler. That’s one reason why she would do best in a home with older children….

NDSU survey shows Fargo Police officers overwhelmingly support body cameras

An NDSU researcher says Fargo Police officers think more highly of body cameras than officers working in similarly-sized cities

  FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – An NDSU researcher says Fargo Police officers think more highly of body cameras than officers working in similarly-sized cities. Dr. Carol Archbold with NDSU and the Challey Institute specializes in studying police accountability. She interviewed more than 100 Fargo Police officers for her survey. Archbold says 94% of officers were in favor of using body…