Minnesota News

Man Shoots Knife Wielding Crash Victim

Happened along Highway 65 in a Minneapolis suberb

FRIDLEY, Minn. — A man shot and killed a Williston man who had pulled a knife on another driver following a multi-vehicle crash. The events unfolded Wednesday afternoon along Highway 65 in the Minneapolis suburb of Fridley. Police say 33-year-old Simon Schiffler of Williston was involved in the crash and was trying to assault another driver. Witnesses told investigators that…

Threat Of Red River And Devils Lake Basin Spring Flooding Remains Low

short-range climate forecasts continue to indicate minor flooding

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — The latest spring flood outlook is out and it’s pretty much unchanged. The threat for significant snowmelt flooding remains very low across the main-stem Red River, its tributaries, and the Devils Lake Basin. Current conditions and short-range climate forecasts continue to indicate minor flooding as the predominant risk. Abnormally dry conditions have persisted across the basin…

Authorities Identify Those Involved In A Pedestrian Versus Pickup Crash

Two People Were Hit At Washington Avenue And Highway 10 In Detroit Lakes

DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — Two people hit by a pickup last night in Detroit Lakes have been identified. They are 54-year-old Susan Holmer and 67-year-old Steven Lorentzen, both of Detroit Lakes. The accident happened at the corner of Washington Avenue and Highway 10. Investigators have not determined if the two were attempting to cross the highway. Both were airlifted to…

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Jake

Everything's Jake with a big sweetie like this in your life.

Ever hear the old saying, “Everything’s Jake”? It means everything is fine or a-okay. When you meet Jake, everything is, because he’s one of the calmest, most laid-back fellows we’ve ever had in studio for the Morning Show. He and 4 Luv of Dog founder Kish Hilmert joined Emily Welker live in studio to talk about Jake, who just recovered…

Moorhead Burglary Ends In Suspect Being Stabbed

Both of the suspects are in custody. Police believe the residence was targeted by the suspects.

MOORHEAD, MN — Moorhead Police report that a suspected burglary overnight resulted in one of the suspects being hospitalized. Here is how Moorhead Police reported the incident: On February 14, 2018, at approximately 12:30 a.m., Moorhead Police responded to a reported burglary at 1020 18 Street South.  Officers learned that two male suspects forced open an apartment door and were…

MSUM Hopeful State Will Fund All Four Campus Renovation Proposals

A $17 million renovation of Weld Hall is the centerpiece of the combined proposals

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Minnesota legislators are about to return to St. Paul and debate Governor Dayton’s state bonding bill.  A few items on that list are proposed renovations to the MSUM campus.  The buildings on the MSUM campus are a mixture of old and new. The university says  renovations are needed to keep the older ones running efficiently and to…

St. Cloud Priest Accused Of Sexual Misconduct

Priest is Jailed In Stearns County

ST. CLOUD, Minn. — A priest in the Diocese of St. Cloud has been arrested for sexual misconduct. The Rev. Anthony Oelrich is jailed in Stearns County and is scheduled for a court appearance. A statement from Bishop Donald Kettler says the investigation into the sexual misconduct involves a woman. Kettler placed Oelrich on administrative leave and suspended him pending…

Sabin Teen Charged With Assaulting Clay County Deputies

Brady Allan Adrian, 19, is charged with five counts of fourth-degree assault of a peace officer.

SABIN, MN — A Clay County teenager is charged with five felonies after an officer involved shooting last weekend. Brady Allan Adrian, 19, is charged with five counts of fourth-degree assault of a peace officer. Two counts for demonstrable bodily harm. Three counts for throwing or transferring bodily fluids or feces at or onto an officer. Adrian’s bail was set…

KVRR Exclusive: Meet The Man Who Got Fargo Police Officer Jason Moszer’s Heart

TJ Nelson Sat Down With Jason's Father, Dave Moszer, And The Recipient Of His Heart, Dave Knudson

FARGO, N.D. — Fargo Police Officer Jason Moszer was killed in the line of duty two years ago this week. Last night we shared snapshots from the first moment the Moszer family heard the heartbeat of their son Jason in his heart recipient, Dave Knudson. In a KVRR exclusive interview, TJ Nelson sat down with Jason’s dad and the man…

Hector International Airport To Begin Construction On Skyway In 2019

it's expected to be completed in 2020

FARGO, N.D. — In the next few years, you won’t have to walk outside to get from the parking lot to your terminal at Hector International Airport. The Airport will start construction in early 2019 on a skyway costing between $13-15 million. But get this, it won’t cost taxpayers a single cent. “The skyway is eligible for 90 percent of federal…