North Dakota News

Sanford Health now using A.I. assisted technology for colonoscopies

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Sanford Health in Fargo is now offering the first FDA-cleared artificial intelligence-assisted colonoscopies to people in the region. The Medtronic GI Genius uses A.I. to help physicians detect pre-cancerous polyps which can lead to colorectal cancer. “The technology is just going to continue to advance. Even GI Genius, they’re talking about another update within the next…

Accepting Bids For Pembina Gorge State Park, First New State Park Since 1989

Pembina Gorge west of Walhalla on the Rendezvous Region Scenic BackwayBISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — North Dakota Parks & Rec is moving forward with developing the state’s 14th state park at the Pembina Gorge State Recreation Area. They are currently accepting construction bids for the project. Located near Walhalla, Pembina Gorge State Park will feature approximately six cabins and over 50…

Fourth Week of DAPL Trial Ends With Testimony From DOJ Witness

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — A Department of justice witness testifies that during the eight-month long DAPL protests, the DOJ believed sending federal law enforcement to assist North Dakota would escalate and destabilize the situation. Patrick Hornbuckle’s comments were made in a video deposition in the fourth week of the trial of North Dakota vs. United States. The state is trying…

Two arrested after West Fargo police pursuit that ended in Fargo

WEST FARGO (KVRR) – Two people were arrested following a pursuit early Friday that ended in Fargo. The driver, 35-year-old Joel Maye was arrested on possession of a stolen vehicle, felony reckless endangerment, felony fleeing in a motor vehicle, as well as an outstanding warrant. The passenger, 34-year-old Kayla Patneaud was also arrested on an outstanding warrant. At around 1:50…

Sen. Tina Smith And Tammi Kromenaker Talk About Abortion Rights Before State of the Union

WASHINGTON, D.C. (KVRR) — Sen. Tina Smith has invited the director of Red River Women’s Clinic to be her special guest at the State of the Union. KVRR Local News had a chance to talk with Sen. Smith and Tammi Kromenaker just hours before the president’s address to the nation. Smith says women from all across the region depend on…