North Dakota News

Driver Held in Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash in Williston

The man who died lived across the street from the suspect.

WILLISTON, N.D. (AP) _ A driver has been arrested after striking and killing a pedestrian and injuring two others, then fleeing from the scene of the crash in Williston. Police say 42-year-old Steven Rademacher is being held on a possible murder charge and other counts related to Monday night’s crash. The two people who were hurt were treated for non-life…

Still No Answers One Year After American Indian Woman’s Death

Thirty-two-year-old Olivia Lone Bear disappeared from the Fort Berthold Reservation in 2017.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) _ Authorities still aren’t providing details into cause of death of an American Indian woman whose body was found in a submerged truck one year ago. The Bismarck Tribune reports the FBI’s refusal to release information in the case of Olivia Lone Bear has been frustrating for her family, and tribal and state officials. Thirty-two-year-old Olivia Lone…

Fargo Police Warn of Motor Vehicle Thefts

They suggest removing items such as financial information, electronics and spare keys from vehicles.

Fargo, ND–The Fargo Police Department is reminding Fargo residents to remove all valuables from vehicles after receiving multiple reports of theft from motor vehicles. They suggest removing items such as financial information, electronics and spare keys as well as locking the vehicle’s windows and doors. Unlawful entry to a motor vehicle and theft of a motor vehicle also occurred in…

Ellendale Celebrates Being Named KVRR’s “Town of the Year”

The city of just over 1300 people still has a lot of activity on its Main Street

ELLENDALE, ND — KVRR’S Rob Kupec spent the day in our “Town of the Year”, Ellendale, to see just what makes it a special place. The city of just over 1300 people still has a lot of activity on its Main Street. But with an aging population it’s having a tough time finding people to take over some of the…

Meeting Face-to-Face With Voters for Summerfest 2019

It's the 20th year that the Cass County Democratic-NPL is hosting Summerfest to get information to local voters

  FARGO, N.D.– Summerfest 2019 is bringing voters face to face with their state legislators. It’s the 20th year that the Cass County Democratic-NPL is hosting Summerfest to get information to local voters. And this year, legislators hope to get to know the people they serve a little better. “One of the things I really enjoy about Summerfest is being…

101-Year-Old War Veteran Has Long History Of “Town of the Year”

John Wheelihan of Ellendale, North Dakota Served During World War II

ELLENDALE, ND — Not everyone gets the chance to see their town change over a century. KVRR’s Danielle Church talked to a 101-year-old World War II veteran who has seen just about all in Ellendale. At ten years old, John Wheelihan knew he was meant to be in the skies. But it wasn’t until he was an adult that he’d…

Rep. Kelly Armstrong Holds Roundtable on Addiction in Grand Forks

What works for one person may not work for another

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Addiction is an issue that doesn’t discriminate. North Dakota Representative Kelly Armstrong held a roundtable to hear how local groups are tackling the issue. A theme that many organizations shared with Armstrong is the need for support. That’s everything from support through treatment to finding housing. Amber Anderson, a former meth addict, is now using her…

Sandy’s Donuts Pairs with PATH to Support Local Families and Kids

The Donut Shop is Donating 10 percent of its Proceeds from the Day to the Charity

FARGO, N.D. — It’s okay to let yourself indulge in a sweet treat for once. After all, it’s for charity. Sandy’s Donuts is pairing with PATH to support local families. Both of its locations in West Fargo and Fargo are donating 10 percent of their proceeds from the day to the charity. PATH focuses on individualized support for children, crisis…

KVRR Travels to “Town of the Year” Ellendale, North Dakota

KVRR's Rob Kupec & Danielle Church visit Ellendale for the day

ELLENDALE, ND — KVRR Chief Meteorologist Rob Kupec along with reporter Danielle Church are in Ellendale for our “Town of the Year” celebration. There’s plenty of history here in Ellendale and 101-year-old John Wheelihan has lived through most of it. He served in World War II from 1941 to 1945, flying all kinds of warplanes. He was a second lieutenant…

Major Progress Made on Demers Avenue Reconstruction Project in Grand Forks

Workers poured 33 feet of concrete over the weekend

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Major progress is being made on the Demers Avenue Reconstruction Project. Workers poured 33 feet of concrete over the weekend. Construction on Demers runs from Third to Sixth Street North. Once that phase of the project is done in mid–August, Demers will open, and sections of Third Street will close for the next phase. The project…