North Dakota News

First Frostival Hearth and Frost Block Party

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Visitors enjoyed plenty of things to do at the block party including checking out art pieces, ice skating, and eating appetizers. It may have been cold outside, but that did not affect the turnout. “It is a little bit of a barrier in people’s minds of getting out and getting active in the community. But us…

Fargo Police Chief Responds to Tyre Nichols Beating Death Incident

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo Police Chief Dave Zibolski issued a statement soon after the Tyre Nichols video was released late Friday evening. He called the officers actions “unacceptable” and say they conflict with the larger policing profession. Zibolski also stated, quote, “We are committed to treating those we serve in a compassionate, courteous and dignified manner. Anything less will…

LIVE: Lunar New Year At NDSU

We still have a week left to celebrate. Let's start the new year off right.

The Lunar New Year of 2023  is heading into its second week for the millions of people who celebrate it all around the world. And NDSU’s Asian Student Celebration is celebrating too. They say their second annual Lunar New Year gathering at the college is a success. They estimate about 350 people showed up for last weekend’s event, and it’s…

LIVE: Boat Show Benefits From Resurgence In Boating Industry

There's a lot new to check out this year at the Red River Boat and Marine Products Show at the Fargodome

  Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) – There’s a lot new to check out this year at the Red River Boat and Marine Products Show at the Fargodome. The Fargodome floor is filled like it is every year with boats, pontoons, jet skis and other things for fun on the water. But organizers say this year almost all of it is brand…

Proposed ND bill would criminalize “obscene performances” in front of children

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — North Dakota Republican lawmakers are pushing to pass a bill aimed at “obscene performances” in front of kids. “This bill is vague and I believe that’s intentional. What this bill is is targeting drag performers. It is an anti-LGBTQ+ bill that is targeted at those particularly around performing,” says Cody Schuler, the Advocacy Manager for the…

KFGO hosts 23rd annual Cares for Kids Radiothon

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — KFGO, Y94 and Froggy 99.9 team up for another annual fundraiser to raise money for medical research and equipment. It’s the 23rd annual Cares for Kids Radiothon in a collaboration with Sanford Children’s Hospital. More than 10 million kids enter a children’s hospital across the U.S. every year relying on community support as Medicaid and insurance…

N.D. AG Seeks Court Approval On Settlement With Glasser Images

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — North Dakota Attorney General Drew Wrigley is seeking court approval for a settlement with Glasser Images. Owner Jack Glasser closed the business abruptly in October 2021 leaving customers with no way to get a refund or their pictures and videos. The agreement includes an admission that Glasser and a former employee engaged in consumer fraud. The…

Detached Garage Fire In South Fargo Under Investigation

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — Fargo firefighters respond to fire and smoke coming from a detached garage in south Fargo overnight. Crews had to break in the doors to get inside. The roof appears to have been saved and Fire Battalion Chief Joe Mangin says considering there was a fire, the rest of the garage should be repairable. An investigation is…