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Experts to review 7 murder cases handled by Minnesota medical examiner accused of false testimony

Judge found Dr. Michael McGee's testimony was flawed in Dru Sjodin murder case

Dru SjodinDru SjodinST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — A Minnesota medical examiner who prosecutors say has a history of delivering false or misleading reports may have mishandled at least seven murder cases in which his testimony helped send people to prison, attorneys announced Wednesday. The announcement followed a sprawling review of cases, some dating back decades, handled by Dr. Michael McGee,…

“Carry The Load” Partners with Fargo National Cemetery for Patriot’s Day

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — As part of Patriot Day, National Cemetery Administration is partnering with “Carry The Load” to clean up the Fargo National Cemetery. “Carry The Load” is a non-profit that offers volunteer opportunities to beautify sacred grounds at 67 national cemeteries nationwide on 9/11. Volunteers from local businesses including John Deere, Scheels, Buzzy Bee Coffee and Gate City…

Local Political Scientist Scores the Presidential Debate

FARGO (KVRR) – It was one of the most hotly anticipated TV moments of the year. And after the fireworks in Philadelphia, political scientists in our region are sharing their takes on the first and perhaps only presidential debate of 2024. Local political analysts say Vice President Kamala Harris had a standout night. Her technique of pushing former President Donald…

Man Who Sparked Security Concerns Tuesday at Westside Elementary Arrested for Terrorzing

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A man who set off security concerns at Westside Elementary in West Fargo on Tuesday morning has been arrested for terrorizing. Police say 48-year-old James Arneson of West Fargo was on a bicycle when he made threats to school staff members around 8 a.m. Tuesday. As a precaution, Westside was placed under secure school protocol….

Fargo Police Currently Investigating Mass Amount of Car Break-Ins

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Police in Fargo are investigating nearly 100 car break-ins overnight throughout the city. They have released these images of a suspect involved in several of the break-ins. The department is asking people to check their vehicles for any signs of tampering or theft. They remind people that they can protect themselves from break-ins by locking vehicles,…