Minnesota News

Concordia Holds Relay for Life to Raise Money for the Fight Against Cancer

The goal is to raise $35,000

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Concordia College is bringing the community together to raise money for the fight against cancer. Relay for Life is a 12-hour event, and all money raised will go towards the American Cancer Society. The goal is to get to $35,000. Over three hundred people are taking part. There are all sorts of games and activities, from volleyball to…

MN House Passes Bill Allowing Undocumented Immigrants to Get Driver’s Licenses

SAINT PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota House approves a bill allowing all state residents to get a driver’s license regardless of immigration status. House Majority Leader Rep. Ryan Winkler of Golden Valley points out all Minnesotans could get licenses until 2003. The 75-52 vote fell largely along party lines, but with a couple Republicans crossing over to join democrats. “Immigrants, whether…

Grand Forks & East Grand Forks Close Park, Trail & Bridge Due to Rising Water

Grand Forks closes the lower areas of Lincoln Drive Park and pedestrian bridges due to rising flood waters. The rest of the Greenway remains open, but some areas along it will be closed because of water. East Grand Forks officials have closed the north end pedestrian bridge of the Greenway trail system in preparation for high water. They have removed…

LIVE: Make Your Own Rain Barrel

It couldn't come at a better time.

  We’re looking down the barrel of a long, rainy weekend to come with more precipitation expected over the next week. But hey, that’s early April in the upper Midwest for you. And that’s why these new workshops from River Keepers couldn’t come at a better time. They’re teaming up with the Clay County Water and Soil Conservation District to…

MN Dems Put Gun Restrictions in Must-Pass Bill

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – Minnesota House Democrats slid two controversial gun control measures into a must-pass spending bill Thursday, daring Senate Republicans to hold a vote. Democrats said they had little choice but to include both measures – universal background checks and extreme risk protective orders – because the Senate would’ve blocked standalone bills. By putting them in a…

MnDOT announces 221 road, bridge projects for 2019

(FOX 9) – It’s construction season in Minnesota. Department of Transportation officials announced Thursday 221 state road and bridge projects that will be worked on across the state in 2019. Some of the projects are already underway. Motorists are advised to watch for orange cones throughout the spring, summer and fall and to check 511mn.org for up-to-date information about traffic and road conditions. Here is…

Overland Flooding To Increase Along With Temperatures This Weekend

overland flooding is expected to increase over most areas north of the Wahpeton-Breckenridge area

GRAND FORKS, ND — The National Weather Service says with warming temperatures overland flooding is expected to increase over most areas north of the Wahpeton-Breckenridge area. The water will impact numerous rural roads and homesteads. Ice jams will increase on area streams and rivers. The Wild Rice and Red Rivers’ flow should break remaining river ice and build into Fargo-Moorhead through…

Gov. Walz Cites Fergus Falls Mayor as Example of Good Politics in State of the State

Governor Walz used personal stories from Minnesotans to show how his agenda can improve their lives

ST. PAUL, MINN. — Governor Walz delivers his first state of the state address without a prepared speech. Governor Walz used personal stories from Minnesotans to show how his agenda can improve their lives. From teachers influencing students to a tragic story of a husband who died on a dangerous road, Walz used these stories as examples of how he…

Gophers’ Amir Coffey declares for 2019 NBA Draft

DES MOINES, IOWA – MARCH 23: Amir Coffey #5 of the Minnesota Golden Gophers celebrates a basket against the Michigan State Spartans during the 2019 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – Minnesota Gophers standout Amir Coffey is spreading his wings to the NBA. The junior announced on his Instagram that he is declaring for…

Warroad Police Officer Charged With Criminal Sexual Conduct & Kidnapping

WARROAD, Minn. – A Warroad police officer is behind bars after an investigation by the Minnesota BCA. Agents arrested 29-year-old Joshua Demmerly. He is charged with kidnapping, third degree criminal sexual conduct and stalking. The investigation is ongoing. The BCA is asking for any other possible victims to call the tip line at 1-877-996-6222. Categories: Crime, Local News, Minnesota News…