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Widespread storm damage, power outages in Steele County

SHARON, N.D. (KVRR) – There’s widespread storm damage being reported across Steele County. Sheriff Wayne Beckman said some of the worst damage appeared to be in Sharon, which took the brunt of the storm overnight, including toppled bins and roofs peeled from buildings. “It’s a mess, especially Sharon,” said Beckman. “Aside from the structural damage and downed trees, we’ve got…

Top Prosecutor Speaks Out On Downtown Fargo Violence

Cass County's top prosecutor weighs in on sentencing for violent offenders in light of downtown violence, and whether it's safe to be downtown

FARGO (KVRR) – Cass County’s top prosecutor is speaking out to address an ongoing controversy over this weekend’s outbreak of violence in the city that left two people dead and another in critical condition from an assault. Cass County State’s Attorney Kim Hegvik joined the Morning Show to talk about some of the public reaction her office is receiving as…

Storms topple trees, power lines in Jamestown

Jamestown storm damage. Courtesy, Steve UrnessJAMESTOWN, N.D. (KVRR) – Severe weather Friday morning caused multiple issues across the city of Jamestown, including the collapse of of an apartment building roof. Several trees and power lines were down. Jamestown residents were being asked to conserve water and limit use of the sanitary sewer system because a power outage caused lift stations…

Update: Evacuation order lifted following grain elevator fire in Shelly, Minnesota,

SHELLY, Minn. (KVRR) – A mandatory evacuation order has been lifted in Shelly, Minnesota, where a large fire broke out at a local grain elevator. Norman County Sheriff Ben Fall says early indication is that the fire may be due to lightning, though investigation will be ongoing. The evacuation order was lifted at 1:00 p.m. Friday. Air quality testing indicates…

Gov. Walz stops by Vikings training camp in Eagan

EAGAN, Minn. (KVRR) — In Eagan, Minnesota this week, KVRR’s Ryan Bowlin is at Vikings training camp. The Vikings are gearing up for their first preseason game on Saturday and the team had a special visitor… Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Walz shared why he decided to come out. “The Vikings are a big part culturally, and just to be very…

North Dakota native who lives in Norway shares his expertise in researching family histories

Genealogist Johan Stenslie plays a church hymn on the accordion at the Sons of Norway. 8/7/25.FARGO — A North Dakota native who has spent years studying Norwegian history and genealogy, stopped at the Sons of Norway Thursday to share tips for those looking to learn more about their family history. Johan Stenslie grew up in Bismarck, and also taught history…

Secretary Scott Turner Makes Stop in North Dakota

Turner toured an affordable housing complex in West Fargo and then attended a roundtable discussion in the Fargo City Commission Chambers.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Scott Turner received a warm reception overall during a visit to Monterey and Brighton Place in West Fargo. The affordable housing development for senior citizens is a Beyond Shelter project, and Turner was able to admire the non-profit’s handiwork when touring one of the units. Flanked by U.S. Senator John…

Fargo police captain leaving to join Moorhead Police Department

FARGO (KVRR) – Another high-ranking member of the Fargo Police Dept. is leaving to take a job in Moorhead. Captain Bill Ahlfeldt is stepping down to become Deputy Chief of the Moorhead Police Department. He’ll be working alongside Police Chief Chris Helmick, who also left Fargo police and joined the force in April. Ahlfeldt began his career with Fargo police…