North Dakota News

Ghoul Morning: The Haunted History of Downtown Fargo

FARGO — It was the runaway success story of last year’s Halloween season. And this year, Haunted Downtown Fargo tours are back with some fresh locations that are part of the city’s tragic history. It also returns to some old favorites, like the Ivers building, the site of a former mortuary. And the Prescott building, once a hotel, where the…

Downtown Fargo introduces new business, Fergie’s & Frenchie’s Creperie, into Roberts Alley

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Roberts Alley officially welcomed a new business on Friday with sweet treats and drinks alike. Fergie’s & Frenchie’s Creperie opened its doors, bringing a taste of fresh crepes and flavorful dirty sodas. Crepes include the classic French crepe, strawberry, banana, Nutella, and savory crepes like a salmon-style crepe. The new creperie is owned by the owner…

North Dakota agencies say impact of federal shutdown minimal — for now

The parking lot at the William L. Guy Federal Building had several vacant spots the afternoon of Oct. 2, 2025, due to federal workers being furloughed. (Photo by Amy Dalrymple/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — No state employees who are federally funded will be furloughed or lose pay due to the federal government shutdown, according to the North…

Jamestown man detained after shots fired in Jamestown

JAMESTOWN, N.D. (KVRR-KFGO) – A Jamestown man is in custody after shots were fired in Jamestown last Thursday night. Police began investigating after a report of shots fired in the downtown area around 8:40 p.m. Investigators say Kwamne Kane, 31, fired at least five shots from a handgun. No one was hurt. Early this morning, officers with Jamestown Police and James-Valley…

Longtime National Guard commander applauds sweeping changes in military

Retired N.D. National Guard Adjutant General Mike Haugen.FARGO (KVRR) – A former North Dakota National Guard Adjutant General says it’s about time that the Pentagon shifts away from the policies of the past and refocuses on higher standards for the military. Retired Major General Mike Haugen of Fargo says he’s a strong supporter of the sweeping changes being imposed by…

SWAT arrests Grand Forks man wanted on multiple felony warrants

Ryan SchafGRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) –A Grand Forks man is arrested after authorities serve a high-risk arrest warrant. Grand Forks Regional SWAT Team showed up in the 3700 block of Cherry Street for 40-year-old Ryan Schaf. He was wanted on multiple felony warrants in the county. Authorities used a chemical irritant and light and sound diversionary device to get Schaf…

West Fargo High School Student Detained by ICE

The student was reportedly on their way to an immigration hearing in Grand Forks.

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A current student at West Fargo High School has been taken into custody by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE. Sources say the student was on their way to an immigration hearing in Grand Forks when they were detained by officers. Their identity has not yet been made publicly available. West Fargo Public Schools said…

Pet Connection: Meet the Bucket Kittens

FARGO — Just in time for Halloween season, these three little kittens are here to introduce themselves with a very scary backstory. They were discovered in a bucket, an entire litter, near death, and rushed in for care to Cat’s Cradle. They needed to be tube-fed, they were so small, and all but these three are still in the hospital….

North Dakota attorney general says AI a priority for next wave of criminal justice professionals

MOORHEAD, Minn. — (North Dakota Monitor) — North Dakota Attorney General Drew Wrigley said law enforcement and prosecutors need to be prepared to combat crimes committed using artificial intelligence. Artificial intelligence “is not emerging, it’s here,” Wrigley said Wednesday while speaking at Concordia College in Moorhead, which is developing a criminal justice program in partnership with Minnesota State Community and Technical College…