North Dakota News

Pedaling from the Heart: CycleBar Holds Ride to Support Cardiac Health

Proceeds from the ride go to the American Heart Association

WEST FARGO, N.D. — As a regular rider at CycleBar, Jessica Pergande strides along using her pedals, but unlike her long lasting love for cycling, an interest in raising awareness for heart health just took form in last March. “I actually lost my mom unexpectedly to heart disease, so after that I just became dedicated living a life dedicated to heart…

Hundreds of People Brave the Cold for F-M Women’s March

This year's march focused more on local issues

FARGO, N.D. — People in cities across the country took to the streets for the third annual Women’s March. Hundreds of people in the F–M area gathered at the Fargo Civic Center for a rally, and despite the cold, marched downtown. While the first women’s march three years ago was fueled more by the president’s inauguration, organizers say this year’s focused…

Fargo Neighborhood Coalition Meets to Discuss Switching One-Way Streets

Organizers say it's been successfully done in other cities

FARGO, N.D. — The Fargo Neighborhood Coalition gives everyone a chance to talk about their concerns, no matter which part of town they live in. The major topic of discussion at today’s meeting was changing certain one–way streets like 10th Street and University to two–way streets. Organizers say it’s been successfully done in other cities. Speakers also addressed historic overlays in…

Fargo High Rise Fire Under Investigation

Firefighters were called to the fire at 101 2nd St. S. at around 6:15 a.m. Saturday.

FARGO (KFGO) – An automatic sprinkler helped contain a fire in an apartment on the 14th floor of the 22-story Fargo Lashkowitz High Rise. Firefighters were called to the fire at 101 2nd St. S. at around 6:15 a.m. Saturday. A man inside the apartment was removed to safety and evaluated by FM Ambulance. No one was injured. The Fargo…

Fargo Business Owners Call for Repeal of North Dakota’s Blue Laws

Legislators in the ND House recently voted to repeal the laws Thursday

FARGO, N.D. — Growing up in Devils Lake, Amber Sander says she loved getting up to work at a restaurant on Sundays. “Sunday mornings I got the best tips, I loved working Sunday mornings it was awesome. So, I think people that want to services on Sunday also want to have access to the things they want to do after they’re…

Dead Body Found in Grand Forks

Police say the cause of death is still under investigation

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — The Grand Forks Police Department has found a dead man in the 400 block of N. 4th St. When officers arrived, they found the man unresponsive in the enclosed box of a pickup truck. The cause of death is not known. Police say there are no signs of foul play. The investigation is ongoing. If anyone has…

KVRR Takes A Trip Back in Time With Ten-Year Photo Challenge

the challenge has gone viral across all social media platforms

FARGO, N.D. — People across the country have been taking part in a photo challenge online where they compare a side-by-side photo of themselves ten years ago to now. So we’re taking a look back here at some of our KVRR family.     Categories: Entertainment, Local News, Minnesota News, North Dakota News, The Buzz Tags: KVRR, ten year photo…

Sanford Holds Conference to Train Primary Care Providers in Mental Health

One in ten young people struggle with mental health concerns

FARGO, N.D. — Childhood psychiatrists say there aren’t enough of them to keep up with demand, so Sanford put on a conference to train primary care doctors about mental health. Pediatric primary providers learned about diagnosing and treating childhood mental health issues. One in ten young people struggle with mental health concerns. Experts say treatment usually involves a combination of therapy…

Thomsen Homes Moves into Larger Design Studio in Fargo

The new studio is located in Eagle Ridge Plaza

FARGO, N.D. — A custom home building company based in Fargo moves into its new designer showroom. Thomsen Homes moves right down 32nd Street to a bigger design studio at the Eagle Ridge Plaza. People could explore furnishings, flooring, and possible interior designs for their new home all in one place. Chris Thomsen founded the company in 2007, and says having…

Fargo City Leaders Approve Plan For 5G

Cities must conform to a Federal Communications Commission order that streamlines the process of installing new antennas for 5-G wireless service.

FARGO, N.D. (KFGO) – Fargo city commissioners have approved first reading of a revised ordinance covering a new form of wireless infrastructure. Cities must conform to a Federal Communications Commission order that streamlines the process of installing new antennas for 5-G wireless service. 5-G is the fifth generation of mobile technology rolling out out this year which will offer greater…