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Man Shoots Knife Wielding Crash Victim

Happened along Highway 65 in a Minneapolis suberb

FRIDLEY, Minn. — A man shot and killed a Williston man who had pulled a knife on another driver following a multi-vehicle crash. The events unfolded Wednesday afternoon along Highway 65 in the Minneapolis suburb of Fridley. Police say 33-year-old Simon Schiffler of Williston was involved in the crash and was trying to assault another driver. Witnesses told investigators that…

UND President In The Running For University of Central Florida President

Kennedy says he and his wife are not anxious to leave Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — UND President Mark Kennedy is one of eight semifinalists for president at the University of Central Florida. Central Florida officials say a 15-member search committee will interview the candidates next week. The committee plans to bring three to five finalists back to the campus. Kennedy says he and his wife are not anxious to leave Grand…

Threat Of Red River And Devils Lake Basin Spring Flooding Remains Low

short-range climate forecasts continue to indicate minor flooding

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — The latest spring flood outlook is out and it’s pretty much unchanged. The threat for significant snowmelt flooding remains very low across the main-stem Red River, its tributaries, and the Devils Lake Basin. Current conditions and short-range climate forecasts continue to indicate minor flooding as the predominant risk. Abnormally dry conditions have persisted across the basin…

Authorities Identify Those Involved In A Pedestrian Versus Pickup Crash

Two People Were Hit At Washington Avenue And Highway 10 In Detroit Lakes

DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — Two people hit by a pickup last night in Detroit Lakes have been identified. They are 54-year-old Susan Holmer and 67-year-old Steven Lorentzen, both of Detroit Lakes. The accident happened at the corner of Washington Avenue and Highway 10. Investigators have not determined if the two were attempting to cross the highway. Both were airlifted to…

Charges Filed In Richland 44 Sexual Assault Investigation, Board President Issues Statement

The charges include felonious restraint, felony terrorizing, and misdemeanor sexual assault and hazing.

WAHPETON, ND – Five juveniles are accused of 13 counts of hazing and 11 counts of sexual assault at the Richland 44 School in Colfax. The suspects and numerous male victims in various grades are all juveniles so no names have been released. The alleged offenses happened in the boy’s locker room. The five males have been referred to juvenile court…

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Jake

Everything's Jake with a big sweetie like this in your life.

Ever hear the old saying, “Everything’s Jake”? It means everything is fine or a-okay. When you meet Jake, everything is, because he’s one of the calmest, most laid-back fellows we’ve ever had in studio for the Morning Show. He and 4 Luv of Dog founder Kish Hilmert joined Emily Welker live in studio to talk about Jake, who just recovered…

Kevin Cramer Making Senate Announcement at Bismarck Rally Friday

It's expected that Republican Cramer will run for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Democrat Heidi Heitkamp.

BISMARCK, ND — North Dakota Congressman Kevin Cramer will hold a rally on Friday for what he’s calling Senate announcement and rally. It’s expected that Republican Cramer will run for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Democrat Heidi Heitkamp. The announcement and rally are scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on Friday at the Ramada Bismarck. Earlier this week, Cramer said…

Moorhead Burglary Ends In Suspect Being Stabbed

Both of the suspects are in custody. Police believe the residence was targeted by the suspects.

MOORHEAD, MN — Moorhead Police report that a suspected burglary overnight resulted in one of the suspects being hospitalized. Here is how Moorhead Police reported the incident: On February 14, 2018, at approximately 12:30 a.m., Moorhead Police responded to a reported burglary at 1020 18 Street South.  Officers learned that two male suspects forced open an apartment door and were…

“Ashes To Go” Provides Convenient, Welcoming Celebration of Ash Wednesday

This is the second year in a row it was held downtown Fargo

FARGO, N.D. — It can be tough to figure out when you’re going to get ashes on Ash Wednesday when you have a busy schedule. Thankfully, two churches had a quick fix for those trying to find the time. You didn’t even have to go to church to get blessed with ashes this Ash Wednesday. “We believe that God welcomes everyone…

MSUM Hopeful State Will Fund All Four Campus Renovation Proposals

A $17 million renovation of Weld Hall is the centerpiece of the combined proposals

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Minnesota legislators are about to return to St. Paul and debate Governor Dayton’s state bonding bill.  A few items on that list are proposed renovations to the MSUM campus.  The buildings on the MSUM campus are a mixture of old and new. The university says  renovations are needed to keep the older ones running efficiently and to…