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OneFargo event celebrates efforts toward change in the Fargo-Moorhead community

Organizers of the event say they decided to plan the celebration rather than a protest because of the willingness of city leaders and police to listen and work with them towards a better future.

June 4, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — Saturday’s protest in downtown Fargo was a plea for change; a way to ask for more open dialogue amongst those in our area on what can be done to better support the black community. In the days since, that discussion has began between city leaders, Fargo Police, and protest organizers. It is a small step, but those…

“Is anyone listening to us cry?” Protesters march in Grand Forks

June 4, 2020

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GRAND FORKS, N.D. – Hundreds of protesters took to the streets over the death of George Floyd. “Sandra Bland, the Castiles and the list goes on and on and is anybody listening to us? Is anyone listening to us cry? All we want is justice,” Larry Hampton of Grand Forks said. Protests organizers and Grand Forks Police walked side by…

UPDATE: Deputy Chief Todd Osmundson Has Resigned

Deputy Chief Osmundson's suspension is effective immediately.

June 4, 2020

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UPDATE: Fargo Police Deputy Chief Todd Osmundson has resigned from the Fargo Police Department. He made the announcement live on air with KFGO Radio. Osmundson was suspended for one week without pay due to his actions during the George Floyd protest on Saturday. We’ll have more on this story tonight on KVRR Local News at 6:00 p.m. — FARGO, N.D.–Fargo…

Grand Forks protest remains peaceful

June 4, 2020

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GRAND FORKS, N.D.–A protest in downtown Grand Forks on Thursday afternoon concluded peacefully. The Grand Forks Police Department worked with protest organizers and the City of Grand Forks to provide traffic barriers and safety for the protesters. The protest started at the Central High School parking ramp and went to the Greenway. Police say the group of protesters split in…

OneFargo Celebration will be at Island Park

June 4, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. (June 4, 2020) – Fargo, West Fargo, Moorhead and Cass County leaders, Fargo Police, Fargo Public Schools and members of the Fargo Human Relations Commission have engaged in substantial dialogue yesterday and today with the organizers of Friday’s planned events. Organizers have modified their original plans of a sit-in at City Hall. Today, these organizers and City leaders…

WATCH LIVE: City of Fargo hosting ‘One Fargo’ press conference at 1:30 p.m.

June 4, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–The City of Fargo and the One Fargo Celebration organizers are holding a press conference at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday. The City of Moorhead and the Fargo Police Department will also partake in the conference. The One Fargo Celebration organizers, Wess Philome and Anyiwei Maciek, will provide details about their event on Friday. Fargo Mayor Tim Mahoney, Moorhead Mayor…

Minnesota National Guard activated in Clay County because of “credible threats” during protests planned on Friday

Fargo Police Department is boarding up their windows.

June 4, 2020

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ST.PAUL, MINN. – Governor Tim Walz signed an executive order late Wednesday night activating the Minnesota National Guard to provide safety and protection for Clay County and surrounding areas during demonstrations planned in Fargo in the wake of George Floyd’s death. “The Minnesota National Guard stands ready to provide protection for all Minnesotans,” said Governor Walz. “While Minnesotans turn their…

North Dakota reports 27 new COVID-19 cases, no new deaths Thursday

June 4, 2020

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CASS COUNTY, N.D.–The North Dakota Department of Health reports 27 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday. Seven counties report new cases including Barnes, Bottineau, Burleigh, Cass, Mountrail, Richland and Sargent Counties. North Dakota’s COVID-19 numbers: 2,706 positive cases, 32 current hospitalizations, 2,209 people recovered and 66 deaths. Cass County accounts for 1,803 of the total positive cases and 55 of the…

Two injured in Moorhead assault, BCA called to investigate

June 4, 2020

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MOORHEAD, Minn.–Two people were transported to a local hospital Thursday morning after a reported assault. The Moorhead Police Department says officers responded to 1615 20 Street S at approximately 1 a.m. When officers arrived they discovered two people needing medial attention. One of the individuals, a man, was severely injured. Moorhead Police say the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has…

USDA Farmers to Families Food Box distribution in Fargo postponed

June 4, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–Great Plains Food Bank has postponed their distribution of the USDA Farmers to Families Food Box Program in Fargo. The distribution was scheduled from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday. Great Plains Food Bank says it had to postpone the event due to logistical issues. The distribution will be rescheduled for Friday, June 5 from 10 a.m. to…