Politics / Elections

Walz: National Guard staged and ready to support law enforcement

Gov. Tim Walz/01-08-26ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) — Governor Tim Walz authorizes the Minnesota National Guard to be staged and ready to support law enforcement, if needed. His office says it’s to help protect critical infrastructure and maintain public safety following the fatal shooting of a woman involving an ICE agent in south Minneapolis Wednesday. The Minnesota State Patrol has mobilized…

Clay County DFL plans Friday afternoon candlelight vigil in honor of Renee Good

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Clay County DFL has announced it will hold its “Fired Up Fridays” this week for shooting victim Renee Good. In a social media post, they say a candlelight vigil will be held on Friday in honor of Good and for, quote, “All victims of this corrupt administration”. Good was shot while attempting to drive away from…

Lawmaker working on free school meals bill ahead of North Dakota special session

FARGO, ND – JAN. 22, 2025: Students eating lunch at Carl Ben Eielson Middle School in Fargo on January 22, 2025. Free school meal advocates in North Dakota are calling on the state legislature to prioritize permanent funding to pay for meals.BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — North Dakota lawmakers could revisit legislation to provide free school meals to North…

U.S. House Oversight Committtee hears Minnesota state representatives on federal fraud investigation

U.S. House Oversight Committee hearing on the federal fraud investigation in Minnesota. 1/7/26. Courtesy: House Oversight Committee website.WASHINGTON — The House Oversight Committee hears testimony regarding fraud in Minnesota. Three Minnesota Republican Representatives spoke to the committee about their fraud investigation, attempting to lay the blame at the feet of Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison. The representatives…

Woman killed by ICE in Minneapolis identified

Courtesy: FOX 9, ICE-involved shooting in Minneapolis 01/07/26MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (KVRR/FOX 9) — Minneapolis officials have named the woman shot by an ICE agent as 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good. She was shot in her vehicle in a south Minneapolis neighborhood this morning. Minneapolis officials say Good appeared to be in her vehicle alone. The shooting happened around 9:30 a.m. in the…

Former NBA star and U.S. Senate candidate in MN to address ND GOP State Convention

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — A former NBA star and current candidate for U.S. Senate in Minnesota is headed to the North Dakota GOP State Convention. Royce White will speak to delegates during the opening night social on March 27 in Minot. White is a regular guest on the War Room and InfoWars and curator of the “Please, Call Me Crazy”…

Defiant Gov. Tim Walz says he will not resign after deciding against seeking a third term

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz takes questions from reporters about his decision to not run for a third term. 1/6/26.ST. PAUL (KVRR) — One day after announcing he is no longer running for office, a defiant Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz answered questions about why he’s getting out of the race. Walz told reporters that stepping aside was a decision that he…

Over 55,000 homeowners have already applied for Primary Residence Credit Program

BISMARCK, N.D. — North Dakota home owners are being reminded to sign up for the Primary Residence Credit Program sooner rather than later. Established in 2023, and expanded in 2025, the primary residence credit can take up to $1600 off a homeowners property tax bill. The entry portal opened just after midnight on New Year’s Day. Homeowners need to apply…

Fargo City Commissioner Michelle Turnberg considering a run for mayor

FARGO, N.D. (KFGO/KVRR) — Fargo City Commissioner Michelle Turnberg says she is considering running for mayor. In a post on Facebook, Turnberg says she’s discussing running with family and others. She says a decision whether or not to run will be made soon. Commissioner Denise Kolpack announced her candidacy for mayor Monday. She’s the second person to announce their intentions…

State Sen. Josh Boschee to announce Fargo mayor candidacy

FARGO (KFGO/KVRR) – Democratic State Sen. Josh Boschee is running for Fargo mayor. Boschee had been considering a run for some time and will officially launch his campaign Tuesday night. Boschee has served in the state Legislature since 2013. He says his campaign will be rooted in collaboration, listening, and shared problem-solving. City Commissioner Denise Kolpack and Army National Guard…