North Dakota News

Gov. Burgum vetoes penalizing state colleges over abortions

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum has partially vetoed a bill aimed at penalizing the state’s 11 colleges and universities for funneling federal grant money to individuals or organizations that promote or perform abortions. Burgum said in his veto message late Friday that the sanctions are “problematic.” He vetoed the portion of the bill that contains the…

North Dakota Dem-NPL elects Patrick Hart as new chair

Hart is a small business owner living in Bismarck

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — Dem-NPL leaders from across North Dakota elected Patrick Hart to serve as the new State Party Chair on Saturday. Hart is a small business owner living in Bismarck. He previously served as the Dem-NPL Vice Chair. Vice Chair Kari Breker, DNC Committeeman Adam Goldwyn, Treasurer Tracey Wilkie, and Secretary Birgit Pruess were also elected. “Together, we’ll…

Teenager killed in crash near Lidgerwood

LIDGERWOOD, N.D. (KVRR) — A 15-year-old is dead following a crash near Lidgerwood on Saturday, May 8th. It happened at 12:22 a.m. when the boy was driving west bound on Highway 11. Officials say his pickup entered the north ditch and he overcorrected, crossing both lanes of traffic. His pickup then entered the south ditch and overturned multiple times, coming…

Fargo rally honors missing and murdered Indigenous people

People came to grieve and shine light on their lost loved ones

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Community members come together in Fargo to honor missing and murdered Indigenous people. “This is an everybody issue and we need all of us to keep talking about it keep fighting for it and making sure that there is justice for all,” said one speaker. Indigenous relatives gathered in solidarity to heal their hearts — mourning…

Fargo Park District offering bike rentals

"It's kind of like a small car but in bike form, they are a lot of fun!"

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — If you’re looking to enjoy some fun outdoor activities, you’re in luck. Fargo Parks District has begun bike rentals throughout the weekend for people to enjoy as they stroll along guided pathways at Lindenwood Park. Rentals are based on availability and are offered on a first come, first serve basis. Only those 16 years old and…

Businesses offer incentives as they struggle to hire new employees

"It's hard to find people, with pandemic and unemployment it's just been really hard to find workers.

FARGO-MOORHEAD (KVRR) — While businesses struggled to stay afloat during the height of the pandemic, they are now faced with a shortage of employees willing to work. Many COVID-19 restrictions have eased in North Dakota and Minnesota is beginning to end some of theirs. Some businesses are hoping to better meet the needs of their customers, but due to a…

Body found near Red River in Fargo

Courtesy: Google MapsFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Shortly after 3:00 Friday afternoon Fargo Police responded to a suicidal person near the convent landing on 52nd Avenue South near the Red River. Once officers arrived they found a body. Police have not released any more information. We’ll update this story online and on KVRR local news at 9:00 if it becomes available….

Carl Ben Eielson student with BB gun suspended

FARGO (KVRR) – A student has been suspended from Carl Ben Eielson Middle School in Fargo after a search turned up an unloaded BB pistol. “A student reported to administration that another student had brought a gun school” school officials said.  “Administration and the School Resource Officer conducted a search of the student and found an unloaded BB pistol, which…

Update: Wahpeton teacher placed on leave for inappropriate activity during George Floyd discussion

WAHPETON, N.D. (KVRR) – A fifth grade teacher in the Wahpeton Public School District has been placed on administrative leave after what’s being called “inappropriate and insensitive” classroom activity. Superintendent Rick Jacobson tells KVRR that it happened after a student asked a question about the arrest and death of George Floyd. Jacobson says the incident “was not a full reenactment”…

Severe drought persists in North Dakota

BISMARCK, N.D. – Severe drought conditions persist in North Dakota, despite widespread rainfall and cooler weather recently. About 85% of North Dakota is experiencing extreme drought, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor map released Thursday. That’s up from 83% last week. Extreme drought blankets the western and central portions of the state, with most of the Red River Valley in…