North Dakota News

Outgoing North Dakota Gov. Burgum sees more to do for the ‘underestimated’ state

Gov. Doug BurgumBISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — The day after he announced he won’t seek a third term, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum highlighted his administration’s accomplishments and remaining hopes in his annual State of the State address. North Dakota’s biennial Legislature isn’t in session this year, but Burgum has made the speech an annual tradition. He said his last year in office…

Rep. Kelly Armstrong is Running for Governor of North Dakota

North Dakota’s sole U.S. House member announced his candidacy on Tuesday for governor, the day after Gov. Doug Burgum said he won’t seek a third term. Republican Rep. Kelly Armstrong is the first to formally announce a campaign in what is expected to be a competitive race among Republicans for the party’s nomination. Armstrong, an attorney and former state GOP…

Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias Is Bringing Jokes to Red River Valley Fair

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Red River Valley Fair is shaking up the entertainment lineup this year by bringing in a well known comic. Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias will take the grandstand stage on Sunday, June 30. Iglesias has recently become the second-highest-grossing touring comedian. He has over 1.1 billion views on YouTube. Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 A.M. at…

North Dakota judge won’t block part of abortion law doctors say puts them at risk of prosecution

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A North Dakota judge ruled Tuesday that he won’t block a part of a state law that doctors say puts them at risk of prosecution if they perform an abortion to save a patient’s life or health. State District Judge Bruce Romanick said the request for a preliminary injunction “is not appropriate and the Plaintiffs have presented no…

Former Gov. Schafer reacts to Gov. Burgum not seeking re-election

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – It’s official, as Governor Doug Burgum announced Monday that he is not seeking a third term in the upcoming election. Burgum made the announcement after serving for seven years in the position. “It’s been a true honor. It’s been a profound, rewarding and incredible experience. And because of that it was a very difficult decision for…

NDSU doctoral student helps develop cancer detection technology

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – An NDSU doctoral student is making waves in the biomedical engineering field. Mahek Sadiq has helped develop a cancer detection technology working with two-dimensional nanomaterials. The research focuses on cancer therapy guidance and tissue regeneration as well. The work was done in associate professor Danling Wang’s lab, which made her proud to see her students grow…

Attorney General Closes Fargo Officer Shooting Investigation

Mohamad BarakatBISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — North Dakota Attorney General Drew Wrigley announces the investigation into the Fargo police officer involved shooting last July is now closed. Wrigley also says a copy of the report and videos associated with the investigation are available from North Dakota BCI and Fargo Police Department. KVRR Local News has submitted a request for copies of…