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ND Ethics Commission has no authority to punish officials violating ethics laws, state leaders argue

June 9, 2025

KVRR Staff,

BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — Ever since North Dakota voters created an ethics watchdog agency seven years ago, dubious lawmakers have pushed back against giving it power to actually keep an eye on state officials. That was true in the session that just ended, as legislators shut down many requests from the Ethics Commission, keeping the agency on a…

No injuries after crash at Main Avenue and University Drive in Fargo

June 9, 2025

KVRR Staff,

Courtesy: KFGOFARGO (KVRR-KFGO) – A minivan and an SUV collided at the intersection of Main Avenue and University Drive shortly after 10:30 a.m. Monday. Police and fire responded to the scene. The SUV flipped over on its side. The van had significant front-end damage. There were no injuries. A witness told KFGO News that the driver of the van ran…

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9 arrested in alleged drug trafficking ring in Oakes

June 9, 2025

Alex Bertsch, Emily Welker,

OAKES, N.D. (KVRR) — Nine people are in custody this afternoon after prosecutors announce they’ve been indicted as part of a multi-state meth trafficking ring with ties to the Almighty Latin Kings street gang. Acting U.S. Attorney Jennifer Klemetsrud Puhl says the investigation started May 15th. The defendants, 46-year-old Ricardo Jaquez, 45-year-old Israel David Flores, 38-year-old Michelle Lee Fuller, 36-year-old…

Natural Bodybuilding Competition Shows Strength of Lifting Community

A winner in one of the novice categories is an NDSU student who also works as a personal trainer at a local gym.

June 8, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – 20-year-old Riley Fernow is many things. A student at NDSU, a personal trainer at Anytime Fitness in Moorhead – and as of Saturday, June 7th, the champion in the novice division for classic physique in the OCB Natural Spartan bodybuilding contest. OCB stands for the Organization of Competitive Bodybuilders, and what sets them apart is their…

Fargo AMVets Ride to Lisbon to Support Fellow Veterans

The event was designed to raise money for the North Dakota Veterans Home.

June 8, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — AMVets of Fargo hit the open road this weekend for a ride to Lisbon to support their fellow veterans. The group organized a charity ride to North Dakota Veterans Home to provide those living there with some much-needed funds. Registration was $25 per bike, and event organizers said over 40 riders signed up. The ride got…

Maker’s Market Spreads Craftiness All Over Brewhalla

The free fair featured well over 40 different artisans and their special creations.

June 8, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Crafts galore this weekend as makers of all kinds took over the second floor of Brewhalla for their very own market. The Maker’s Market festival, hosted by Unglued, saw over 40 vendors showcasing their handmade goods – even craftspeople from as far away as Wisconsin. Admission was free, and attendees roamed around checking out mugs, custom…

4 Luv of Dog and Holland’s Team up for Adoption Event

Families were encouraged to socialize with the lineup of dogs, which included Hozier and Bongo.

June 8, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. – 4 Luv of Dog Rescue continued getting their adoptable pups in front of prospective families this weekend, bringing a few to an event at Holland’s. Some of the dogs in attendance were cuties like Macho Man and Aroo. Holland’s was actively participating in the event, giving a portion of their sales to the rescue organization. Those in…

Under Brew Skies Beer Festival Returns to The Lights

The celebration of craft beverages attracted about 20 local operations to the plaza.

June 8, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Clouds rolled in on Saturday afternoon – but the skies in West Fargo were already busy being defined in a different way. Under Brew Skies – the annual craft beet festival – returned to The Lights in West Fargo on June 7. Almost 20 different local beverage purveyors filled the plaza to share their special…

Single-Car Accident Under Investigation in Fargo

A Cass County Deputy was first on the scene of the wreck, and broke a window in an attempt to rescue the driver of the car.

June 8, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

One of the photos released by the Cass County Sheriff’s Office of the crash site.FARGO, N.D. – The Cass County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an early-morning crash after one of their deputies happened upon a destructive crash. The office says that right after 1:30 A.M. on the morning of June 8, said deputy discovered an overturned vehicle in the 3500…

UPDATE: Police arrest man involved in officer assault

June 7, 2025

Alex Bertsch,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo Police arrested a man after he assaulted officers in downtown Fargo Saturday. Officers were called to the 200 block of Roberts Street North around 4:35 PM for a report of suspicious activity. Upon arriving at the scene, officers attempted to detain the suspect, 37-year-old Joseph Manitowabi, however during the process Manitowabi managed to punch three…