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Labor and faith groups decry federal indictment of 15 anti-ICE protesters

Tens of thousands of people march in downtown Minneapolis in subzero temperatures to protest the massive presence of ICE agents over the past several weeks Friday, Jan. 23, 2026. (Photo by Nicole Neri/Minnesota Reformer)ST. PAUL, Minn. (Minnesota Reformer) — Fifty labor, religious and other progressive groups condemned the federal indictment of 15 anti-ICE protesters in a statement released on Thursday,…

Juneteenth events to highlight early Black settlers to North Dakota

Benjamin Hayes, back row center, is part of a group photographed Oct. 6, 1883, in front of the historic Stutsman County Courthouse. It’s the only known photograph of Hayes, who was 20 years old at the time and employed as the first chef at the courthouse. (Photo courtesy of the State Historical Society of North Dakota/SHSND 1005-0027)JAMESTOWN, N.D. (North Dakota…

Poll numbers say Gov. Walz facing lowest approval rating since taking office

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR-KFGO) – New polling shows Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is facing the lowest approval ratings of his time leading the state. The approval rating for Walz dropped to 39% in the poll. A majority of likely voters disapproved of Walz’s performance, while 8% were undecided. Even more striking is the drop in support from Democrats. Last year,…

245 youth soccer teams competing in F-M area tournament

(TC United)FARGO (KVRR-KFGO) – More than 245 youth soccer teams are coming to the Red River Valley this weekend for the ‘Summer Classic’ tournament hosted by Tri-City United. Games begin Friday and will take place at soccer complexes in Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo. Teams from across North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin are competing. Tri-city United says the…

Intersection of University & 32nd to Reopen Soon

The City of Fargo said north-south traffic flow should be restored by the end of the week.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The intersection of 32nd Avenue and University Drive has been shut down since the end of May. Despite engineers’ best efforts, it’s just inevitable – any disruption of this nature is going to wreak havoc on commuters’ plans. However, the city says that relief will soon be on the way. “We’re making sure that we’re keeping…

Vet Fest Offers Resources to Veterans, Celebrates America’s 250th

The event was primarily focused on making sure the VA was able to showcase everything available to the veterans, from assistance accessing disability benefits to making connections with mental health providers.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – America is celebrating its 250th birthday this year – and the Fargo VA used that occasion to give a fun presentation to a helpful event demonstrating their many available services. On June 17, the VA played host to Vet Fest 2026. The interior was filled with different informational booths, set up by the VA and their…

St. Thomas Daze goes back in time with 50 year old time capsule

ST. THOMAS, N.D. (KVRR) — The city of St. Thomas, North Dakota, is traveling back in time fifty years with the opening of a time capsule. The opening is a part of the city’s annual St. Thomas Daze celebration. Activities are set to begin Thursday evening through Sunday. Events include trivia, RibFest, horseshoe and cornhole tournaments, and class reunions. And…

One year later following deadly tornado in Enderlin

Cass County Sheriff and deputy share what they did that evening

ENDERLIN, N.D. (KVRR) — Nearly a year ago, an EF-5 tornado touched down near Enderlin, tearing through several homes and killing three people. Cass County Sheriff Deputies, surrounding agencies, and storm chasers made their way to southeastern North Dakota after reports of a tornado. Large trees and power lines were down. Properties left in shambles. Now, nearly a year later,…

Hornbacher’s begins its Checkout Hunger campaign

Checkout Hunger campaign/June 2026FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Hornbacher’s kicks off it’s Checkout Hunger Campaign. They have teamed up once again with Great Plains Food Bank to help end hunger across North Dakota and Clay County, Minnesota. When you shop at Hornbacher’s now through July 28, you can make a donation of $3, $5, or $10 at the checkout. The campaign…