North Dakota News

11th Annual Craft Fest showcases local businesses

"Local businesses, especially local makers, are the heart of what makes a community unique and thrive."

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The 11th annual Unglued Craft Fest is giving people in the community the opportunity to help support local businesses. People who attended the fest had the chance to participate in a scavenger hunt while shopping at 45 different local vendors. Vendors had the chance to showcase some of their best work by selling one of a…

People of all abilities hit the ice in support of Hockey for Hope fundraiser

We're always trying to reach kids and adults with physical disabilities and disabled vets that might be interested in coming on board."

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A sled hockey game is helping raise money for people facing mobility challenges. “Every March, Hope Incorporated holds its Hockey for Hope fundraiser and not only does it help support our organization, it also brings awareness to what we provide. We’re always trying to reach kids and adults with physical disabilities and disabled vets that might…

Two people arrested after trying to flee from Minnesota State Patrol

FARGO, N.D. — Two people are in custody following a chase by the Minnesota State Patrol. Authorities say at around 4:45 Saturday afternoon, a Minnesota State trooper tried to stop 35-year-old Crystal Borseth of Fargo on Highway 94 for traffic violations. Borseth did not stop and tried to flee from the trooper. As she exited onto University, a state trooper used…

Police continue investigation: Man with gun ordered woman to get into his vehicle

FARGO, N.D. — Authorities continue to investigate a Friday night disturbance involving a man who ordered a woman into his vehicle at gunpoint. Fargo Police were called to the area of 7th Street North and 1st Avenue at around 7:25 p.m. A witness said he intervened in a “disturbance” between a man and woman. After the witness intervened, the man…

Cramer discusses Covid-19 concerns

Says President Biden's COVID-19 relief package will increase the national debt.

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – Senator Kevin Cramer went before the North Dakota House regarding concerns over the state’s stance throughout the pandemic. Cramer is expressing doubt over President Biden’s COVID-19 relief package saying it will increase the national debt. Cramer says he expects North Dakota will receive a sizable amount of funding after the state shut down its economy during…

UPDATE: Fargo armed robbery suspect arrested

UPDATE: Police say shortly after the robbery, 28-year-old Peter Lee Jacquemart Palmer of Fargo was arrested at a nearby apartment for suspicion of felony armed robbery. Authorities have not said what he is accused of taking from the convenience store.   FARGO, N.D. – Police are searching for the suspect involved in an armed robbery in North Fargo. Officers responded…

Jury convicts Fargo man in death of his girlfriend

FARGO (KVRR/KFGO) – A Cass County District Court jury has found a Fargo man guilty in the death of his girlfriend. Forty-six-year-old Sheldon Davis was convicted of murder, arson and endangering by a fire in the death of 52-year-old Denise Anderson. Anderson’s body was found Davis’ apartment after a fire on Aug. 1,  2019. Deliberations took about an hour. Davis faces…

Hauck named to replace Simons in North Dakota House

BISMARCK, N.D. – A replacement representative for the seat of a North Dakota lawmaker expelled has been named. District 36 Republicans’ executive committee unanimously appointed Dori Hauck, of rural Richardton. She is a rancher, writer and music teacher, and has served as the secretary-treasurer for the district party since 2012. Hauck succeeds former representative Luke Simons, whom the House expelled…

Bismarck father accused of injuring infant daughter

BISMARCK, N.D. – A Bismarck man is facing felony charges after being accused of injuring his 4-month-old daughter. The 22-year-old father is charged with felony child abuse, which carries a maximum 10-year prison sentence upon conviction. A police affidavit says the baby’s head injuries were discovered during a medical visit in late February. The affidavit says Denzil Harvest was the…