North Dakota News

Gov. Burgum Backs His Lt. Gov. in Race for Governor

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — Gov. Doug Burgum is throwing his support behind Tammy Miller for governor. It’s probably no surprise since he handpicked Miller to become lieutenant governor in January 2023 when Brent Sanford left the office for the private sector. Miller is competing with Rep. Kelly Armstrong in what is likely to be a fierce battle for the GOP…

Fargo Fire Department releases 2023 report

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Fargo Fire Department released its 2023 report, showcasing the highs and lows for the past year. One of their biggest goals for 2024 is to lower response times, and with the new station being built in south Fargo, that will help with the issue. “It will help to have additional people working every day that will…

Speakers Call For Cease-Fire Between Israel and Hamas at Fargo City Commission

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A number of people took to the podium during Fargo City Commission’s Resident Comments section to encourage the commission to call for a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas. Fargo Human Rights Commission passed such a resolution on February 15. It is expected to be introduced to the commission in March. Mayor Tim Mahoney thanked the speakers…

New Details After Woman Tries To Run People Down at Fargo Bar and Restaurant

FARGO (KVRR-KFGO) – Court records show that a woman accused of running down three people with her car outside a south Fargo restaurant and bar was involved in arguments inside and outside the business prior to the incident.According to witnesses, Princess Gweh, 24, argued with another woman inside and outside Cairo Restaurant and Bar before using her car to run…

Ludacris Is Bringing The Hip-Hop To Red River Valley Fair This Summer

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Red River Valley Fair is continuing to broaden its grandstand entertainment offerings this year and they have landed another big name. Rapper and actor Ludacris will take the stage on Saturday, July 6. Tickets for the electrifying night of hip-hop will go on sale Friday morning at 10 at RedRiverValleyFair.com. He joins other headliners Blake…

Fargo City Commissioner John Strand To Seek Third and Final Term

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — Fargo City Commissioner John Strand is seeking a third term. Strand says he tries to be a voice for the people who aren’t represented, and that’s why he’s seeking another term. Due to term limits, it would be his last term on the commission if re-elected. Strand previously served eight years on the Fargo School Board….

Mapleton, North Dakota mayor arrested, charged in crash that seriously injured passenger

Andrew DraegerDETROIT LAKES, Minn. (KVRR) – The mayor of Mapleton, North Dakota has been arrested following a crash that severely injured a passenger in a truck he was driving on Sunday near Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Thirty-five-year-old Andrew Draeger is charged with two counts of felony criminal vehicular operation. Court documents say Becker County deputies responded to a crash Sunday afternoon…

Driver Faces DUI, Other Charges After Wrong Way Chase Down I-29

North Dakota Highway Patrol got reports of a driver going southbound in the northbound lanes just after 11:00 Monday night

CASS COUNTY, N.D. (KVRR) — Authorities had to use a PIT maneuver to stop a driver going the wrong way on I-29 around 11 o’clock Monday night. They were able to stop 30-year-old Trevor Christensen of Dilworth about two miles south of Grandin. Christensen drove southbound in the northbound lanes from Trail County into Cass County, prompting numerous 911 calls….