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March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month

The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) established Problem Gambling Awareness Month in 2003 to increase public awareness about problem gambling while promoting prevention, treatment and recovery services.

March 16, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. – It’s Selection Sunday for the NCAA Men’s Basketball tournament, and pretty soon a lot of people are going to come down with a case of bracket fever. But, if you plan on wagering any money on the games, it’s important to do so responsibly. March is actually problem gambling awareness month. While online sportsbook betting is not…

Major Storm Front Brewing Late Friday Evening Into Saturday Evening

March 14, 2025

Juliana Pelaez,

(KVRR) — A major storm front is expected to hit parts of North Dakota into west central Minnesota starting later this evening into Saturday evening. Scattered thunderstorms were expected to start sometime this afternoon with gusty winds, lightning, and small hail. Rain will change into freezing rain from west to east tonight. Snow is to be expected to start in…

Minnesota State Patrol Reminds People To Be Safe This St. Patrick’s Day Weekend

March 14, 2025

Juliana Pelaez,

Minn. (KVRR) — The Minnesota State Patrol is reminding people to be safe this weekend and are preparing for the holiday. As St. Patrick’s Day approaches, various festivities will be occurring throughout the state. While the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Fargo has been moved, businesses are hosting many events indoors. While festivities are going on, the Minnesota State Patrol…

Woman facing murder charges in fatal northwestern Minnesota shooting

March 14, 2025

Jim Monk,

HALLOCK, Minn. (KVRR-KFGO) – A Kennedy, Minnesota woman has been charged with second and third-degree murder for the shooting death of a man at his home in Hallock in northwestern Minnesota. The Kittson County Attorney’s Office has charged Jordan Hanson, 23. The criminal complaint filed Friday says Hanson was arrested at the home of her mother in Kennedy not long…

Fire spreads to multiple buildings in Wolverton, Minnesota; cause under investigation

March 14, 2025

KVRR Staff,

WOLVERTON, MINN. (KVRR/KFGO) – There was a large fire Thursday night in Wolverton, Minnesota. The Wilkin County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call shortly before 6 p.m. on a report of a garage on fire with propane tanks located nearby at 409 1st Street. Deputies and the Sabin Fire Department responded and a short time later, the Barnesville and Christine…

Senate Committee Takes Up New Ethics Complaint Against Senator Nicole Mitchell of Woodbury

March 13, 2025

KVRR Staff,

ST. PAUL (KVRR/KFGO) – A Minnesota Senate committee has taken up a new ethics complaint against Democratic Sen. Nicole Mitchell of Woodbury, who is facing two felony burglary charges. Republican lawmakers revised a previous ethics complaint for entering her stepmother’s home in Detroit Lakes last April. Mitchell has pleaded not guilty. Republican Sen. Karin Housley says the new statement is…

TJ Nelson Goes On The Record With Gin Blossoms Lead Singer Robin Wilson

March 13, 2025

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — They were a staple on radio and tv in the 1990s with hits like “Follow You Down” and “Hey Jealousy”. Gin Blossoms are ready to perform all their hits on Friday night at Shooting Star Casino. KVRR’s TJ Nelson got a chance to catch up with the band’s lead singer. “Hey jealousy! Hey jealousy.” “That is…

Churches United Provides Update on Financial Future

Months after facing a possible complete shutdown, the nonprofit has cleared all its debts.

March 13, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – At the First Presbyterian Church in Downtown Fargo, the event Uniting Churches for Churches United was held, with darn near unbelievably rosy updates on the future of the organization. “The individual giving is nothing short of divine,” said the CEO of Churches United, Pastor Devlyn Brooks. Pastor Brooks took over as CEO for Churches United at…

Blood Worm Moon To Be Visible Across North America

March 13, 2025

Juliana Pelaez,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Beginning late in the evening, a Blood Worm Moon lunar eclipse will be visible across most of North America. A total lunar eclipse takes place when the moon aligns between the Sun and the Earth. Compared to the last total solar eclipse in April, the moon can be seen by the visible eye. The moon will…

Minnesota, 21 Other States Sue to Halt Dismantling of U.S. Education Department

March 13, 2025

KVRR Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS – Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and 21 other state attorneys are suing to stop dismantling the federal Department of Education. The lawsuit, filed in a Massachusetts federal court, claims the Trump administration’s massive reductions in the Education Department are unconstitutional and usurp congressional authority. It seeks a court order to halt the shutdown. Trump officials earlier this week…