North Dakota News

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Courtney

POLK CO., Minn. — We’ve had some cuddly cuties on Pet Connection before, but Courtney might be the most affectionate of the cats so far. And that’s saying something, because she follows last week’s beautiful Benedict, who got adopted in just 24 hours. Courtney is continuing the roll we’ve been on lately on the Morning Show; she’s the third black…

Update: North Dakota judge strikes down state’s abortion ban

Red River Women’s Clinic, Moorhead, Minn.BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A state judge struck down North Dakota’s ban on abortion Thursday, saying that the state constitution creates a fundamental right to access abortion before a fetus is viable. In his ruling, state District Judge Bruce Romanick also said that the law violates the state constitution because it is too vague. Romanick…

Williston woman charged after dog found with rubber bands wrapped around testicles

  WILLISTON, N.D. (KVRR-KFGO) – A Williston woman is charged with animal cruelty after police say she tortured a dog last month. Officers were called on Aug. 16 after a Chihuahua was found in a business parking lot in Williston. The officer noticed the dog’s testicles were red and swollen. A veterinarian found seven rubber bands wrapped tightly around the…

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….