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Former NBA star and U.S. Senate candidate in MN to address ND GOP State Convention

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — A former NBA star and current candidate for U.S. Senate in Minnesota is headed to the North Dakota GOP State Convention. Royce White will speak to delegates during the opening night social on March 27 in Minot. White is a regular guest on the War Room and InfoWars and curator of the “Please, Call Me Crazy”…

North Dakota’s first female chief justice: ‘I certainly hope that I won’t be the last’

Chief Justice Lisa Fair McEvers, the first woman to lead the North Dakota Supreme Court, participates in a formal passing of the gavel ceremony on Jan. 6, 2026. (Photo by Jacob Orledge/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — The North Dakota Supreme Court on Tuesday passed the gavel to a female chief justice for the first time in state…

Over 55,000 homeowners have already applied for Primary Residence Credit Program

BISMARCK, N.D. — North Dakota home owners are being reminded to sign up for the Primary Residence Credit Program sooner rather than later. Established in 2023, and expanded in 2025, the primary residence credit can take up to $1600 off a homeowners property tax bill. The entry portal opened just after midnight on New Year’s Day. Homeowners need to apply…

No charges will be filed against officer in deadly force incident in Grand Forks last month

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — A review of an officer-involved shooting in Grand Forks on December 5 finds that Deputy Cameron Bridger’s use of deadly force was reasonable and legally justified. Grand Forks County State’s Attorney Haley Wamstad says no criminal charges will be filed against Bridger. He shot 47-year-old Alice Nesdahl of Larimore, North Dakota during a hostage situation…

Fargo City Commissioner Michelle Turnberg considering a run for mayor

FARGO, N.D. (KFGO/KVRR) — Fargo City Commissioner Michelle Turnberg says she is considering running for mayor. In a post on Facebook, Turnberg says she’s discussing running with family and others. She says a decision whether or not to run will be made soon. Commissioner Denise Kolpack announced her candidacy for mayor Monday. She’s the second person to announce their intentions…

Attorney general ‘prioritizing’ request for legal opinion on North Dakota investment staff bonuses

Sen. Sean Cleary, R-Bismarck, speaks on the Senate floor on March 19, 2025. He has asked for an attorney general’s opinion on the scope of authority for the State Investment Board. (Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — Two North Dakota lawmakers have asked Attorney General Drew Wrigley to formally weigh in on whether the State Investment Board…

State Sen. Josh Boschee to announce Fargo mayor candidacy

FARGO (KFGO/KVRR) – Democratic State Sen. Josh Boschee is running for Fargo mayor. Boschee had been considering a run for some time and will officially launch his campaign Tuesday night. Boschee has served in the state Legislature since 2013. He says his campaign will be rooted in collaboration, listening, and shared problem-solving. City Commissioner Denise Kolpack and Army National Guard…

Fargo City Commission Opts to Keep Three Volunteer Commissions

By a three-to-two vote, the commissioners decided to give the Arts & Culture, Native American, and Human Rights commissions two months to come up with reconfiguration proposals.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Native American, Arts & Culture, and Human Rights commissions made it through the evening, but they’re not out of the woods just yet. Even just the decision to keep those commissions alive for a little while longer was certainly a contentious one. Commissioner Michelle Turnberg was one person not pleased by her colleagues’ conclusion, as…

Taco John’s makes a comeback in Fargo

Taco John’s, FargoFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The long wait for local Taco John’s fans is over. The restaurant chain has officially returned to Fargo. Many people stopped by the re-opening of the 45th Street South location to welcome Taco John’s back to the metro. This is the first one to open in the metro since the last Taco John’s closed…