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Sen. Cramer: Massive decrease in VA’s benefits backlog in just one year

January 29, 2026

TJ Nelson,

WASHINGTON, D.C. (KVRR) — Proposed changes to the Veterans Health Administration could affect veterans in North Dakota and the rest of the nation. The VA recently announced a plan to reorganize the VHA over the next 18 to 24 months with a goal of reducing bureaucracy and delivering better outcomes for veterans. Sen. Kevin Cramer is already commending VA Secretary…

State Lawmakers From Across U.s. Convene In Minnesota For Day Of Solidarity

State Lawmakers Convene in Minnesota for ‘Day of Solidarity’

Many met up in-person in St. Paul to address the media and the public, while still others who could not make the trip joined a Zoom webinar from their respective states.

January 29, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

ST. PAUL, MN (KVRR) – More than 40 lawmakers from states as far away geographically as Rhode Island and Oregon gathered in St. Paul in a show of support for their Minnesota brethren, stressing that the need to change the situation in the state went beyond political lines. “This is not a partisan issue. This about the American people. This…

Park Christian School Hosts Annual Science Fair

For some, the fair serves as a springboard to state or even national competition; others simply use it as an opportunity to improve their organizational or oratory skills.

January 29, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – Local high schoolers showed off their hard work today in a science fair that might just lead to them receiving national recognition. Park Christian School hosted their annual science fair for 8th and 10th graders in their main gymnasium. 87 projects were on display, and the winners were chosen by a panel of judges. The students…

Democrats, White House strike spending deal that would avert government shutdown

January 29, 2026

KVRR Staff,

FILE—Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., waits to speak to reporters following a closed-door meeting with fellow Democrats on spending legislation that funds the Department of Homeland Security and a swath of other government agencies as the country reels from the deaths of two people at the hands of federal agents in Minneapolis, at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan….

Annual Cares For Kids Radiothon Highlights The Importance Of Sanford Children's Hospital

Annual Cares for Kids Radiothon kicks off highlighting the importance of Sanford Children’s Hospital

January 29, 2026

Juliana Pelaez,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Over the next two days, several of the Fargo-Moorhead radio stations will be dialing their phones to raise funds for the annual Cares for Kids Radiothon. “Every year, like I said, this has been going on for 26 years, where we have partnered with our local stations here, like Froggy, KFGO, Y94, and now Jack FM,…

Tentative agreement reached on two-year teacher contract

January 29, 2026

Alison Voorhees,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — A tentative agreement has been reached between Moorhead Area Public Schools and Education Moorhead on a two-year teacher contract for the 2025–27 school years. The parties came to the agreement after 9.5 hours of mediation. The district says the agreement reflects a collaborative effort to balance competitive compensation and benefits with the district’s long-term financial stability….

Rourke Art Gallery holds third annual Valentine’s art exhibit

January 29, 2026

Eric Bolin,

The Rourke Art Gallery’s “Call Me!” Valentines exhibit runs through Feb. 22.MOORHEAD — The Rourke Art Gallery is holding its third annual Valentine’s exhibit starting on Thursday, Jan. 29. The exhibit, called “Call Me!” features artwork with a retro, mid-century style. Local artists were able to submit up to three pieces for display Each piece has themes of holiday themes…

Eddie Bauer and Francesca’s at West Acres Mall set to close

January 29, 2026

Jim Monk,

FARGO (KVRR-KFGO) – Eddie Bauer in West Acres is closing. There is a large “Store Closing” sign in the window along with one announcing that the entire store is 40 to 60 percent off. The Fargo store is one of several U.S. locations reported to be closing. Eddie Bauer, which features apparel, outdoor gear and camping equipment was founded by…

Aptopix Immigration Enforcement Minnesota

Trump’s border czar suggests a possible drawdown in Minnesota, but only after ‘cooperation’

January 29, 2026

KVRR Staff,

White House border czar Tom Homan holds a news conference as Marcos Charles and Rodney Scott, listen, at the Bishop Whipple Federal building on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026 in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Trump administration could reduce the number of immigration enforcement officers in Minnesota, but only if state and local officials cooperate, the president’s border czar said…

Pet Connection: Meet Eve

January 29, 2026

Emily Welker,

BOTTINEAU, N.D. — Eve came in to the Kritter Krazy shelter Christmas Eve and she’s still only four months old. Rescue founder Tasha Gorentz says she was out that day doing some outreach in the community and someone handed the little dog over to her, saying they couldn’t care for the puppy anymore and asking her to find her a…