Minnesota Democratic Gov. Tim Walz serves an apple bar with caramel glaze to Rep. Ethan Cha, of Woodbury, and other state lawmakers in the state capitol building in St. Paul, Minnesota, on Feb. 12, 2024, the first day of Minnesota’s legislative session for the year. Walz has a tradition of serving bars to state lawmakers each year on the first…
COURTESY: EDWARD VANEGAS LUTSEN, MNLUTSEN, Minn. (KVRR) — With rumors about lawsuits, unpaid taxes and failed fire inspections after fire destroyed the Lutsen Resort Lodge on Minnesota’s North Shore, the owner is speaking out. Bryce Campbell issued a lengthy statement on Facebook asking people to “stop”. He says “The damage that has been done is going beyond a building.” Campbell…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo-Moorhead Salvation Army falls short of its goal during the Red Kettle Campaign over the holidays. The campaign raised $836,073 during the three-month campaign that ended December 31st. The goal was to hit $950,000. Major Abe Tamayo says they saw fewer bell ringers. He says when they are no ringers, there are no donations. They also…
BECKER CO., Minn. (KVRR: UPDATE 1:15PM 2/12/24) — Minnesota State Patrol is investigating a fatal crash just southeast of Detroit Lakes. They say 83-year-old Fern Brown from Frazee pulled out in front of an oncoming vehicle on Highway 10 at 290th Avenue. There were two women in the other vehicle, 47-year-old Jolene Herr and 21-year-old Jaden Herr from Wadena. Brown…
ST. PAUL (KVRR/KFGO) — The new legislative session begins Monday in St. Paul and Minnesotans could see some relief from their medical debt thanks to a new bill being considered. The Minnesota Debt Fairness bill would ban the withholding of medical services due to unpaid debt, and stop medical debt from being reported to credit bureaus. Attorney General Keith Ellison,…
DOUGLAS CO., Minn. (KVRR) — The man accused of grabbing money from a Casey’s cash register in Hoffman, Minnesota is in custody. Grant County Sheriff’s Office says the man walked into the convenience store on Thursday and asked the clerk to exchange coins for dollar bills. When the register was opened, the suspect attempted to grab the cash tray. The…
FARGO — She’s got a clear shot at being the top dog in the country this morning. And a therapy dog from right here in our region needs our help to do it. Maura the Golden Retriever is a therapy dog for Hillsboro school students, seniors, hospice patients, and countless others through our region. She’s the North Dakota pick for…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — A dog is safe after jumping into the Red River this afternoon. Crews were called to the dam near River Oaks Park where a caller said a dog fell into the river and a man went in after it. It was later clarified that the man never went into the water. Moorhead Fire says members of…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Giving Hearts Day is a special time in the region, as over 600 charities are getting donations to help with their causes. One lucky group received a $50,000 donation by Gate City Bank, and that was the Rape and Abuse Crisis Center Fargo-Moorhead. “One of my favorite things each year is being able to try…
ST. PAUL (KVRR/KFGO) — A coalition of lawmakers and advocacy groups are introducing a bill that would make Minnesota what some call a “sanctuary state”. Democratic State Rep. Sandra Feist of New Brighton says the North STAR Act essentially prevents local law enforcement from cooperating with federal immigration authorities. Feist says the highly-technical bill is intended to create clarity and…
