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Legislators amend resolution declaring pornography a public health hazard

BISMARCK, N.D. — North Dakota lawmakers amended a resolution recognizing pornography as a health hazard. The resolution had already passed in the senate. The original resolution claimed that being exposed to sexually explicit content poses health risks and that early exposure leads to low self-esteem and body image disorders. It also said that porn can lead to brain development complications…

“Trump derangement syndrome” Introduced in MN Senate Mental Health Bill, Leader Calls It “Tongue in Cheek”

ST. PAUL (KVRR/FOX9) — Minnesota Republican lawmakers want the state to add “Trump derangement syndrome” to its definition of mental illness. The bill was introduced by five Republican lawmakers in the Minnesota Senate. The bill defines the syndrome as “acute onset of paranoia in otherwise normal persons that is in reaction to the policies and presidencies of President Donald J….

Great Plains Food Bank Says Their Statewide Partnership With Farmers Is Uncertain

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Since launching in 2021, 7,900 food banks, food pantries, and communities in the U.S. have purchased food through two programs available through the USDA, the Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement and the Local Food for Schools. But now those programs are being canceled. “We have received about a million dollars through that program over the…

N.D. Senate Rejects Bill To Prevent State Funds From Supporting Prairie Public, Funding Still Uncertain

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — A bill that would have prevented state funds from supporting Prairie Public broadcasting has been defeated in the senate on a vote of 6-41. In a social media post, Prairie Public wrote, “We’re deeply grateful to everyone who submitted testimony and contacted your senators and representatives – your voice truly made a difference!”. While it is…

West Fargo Police Warns About Spoofing Scam Using The Department’s Phone Number

WEST FARGO, N.D.(KVRR) — A scam is circulating that uses West Fargo Police Department’s phone number. The scammers make their phone number look like it’s coming from the police department. It’s a common scam practice called spoofing. They tell the person they are calling that they have outstanding warrants or need to provide information for an ongoing investigation. If you…

North Dakota looks into forming Ireland trade commission

BISMARCK, N.D. — North Dakota may create a trade commission focused on Ireland. HB 1568 is a bill being discussed in committee would create the commission, which would consist of two senators, two representatives, an individual appointed by the executive director of the state’s trade office, and the ag commissioner. The commission would be expected to advance bilateral trade between…

Uncorked Lounge in south Fargo closes

Jessica and Joe Medler says, "It is with a heavy heart and profound gratitude that we announce the closing of Uncorked Lounge."

FARGO, N.D (KVRR) — Another closure in the metro. Uncorked Lounge, a wine bar in south Fargo, shuts down after less than one year in business. This is video from an event back in January when they teamed up with Fargo Public Library for a silent reading event. Owners announced on social media that, “personal and financial challenges have made…

St. Cloud University Student Questioned in Missing University of Pittsburgh Student Case in Punta Cana

Military personnel search for Sudiksha Konanki, a university student from the U.S. who disappeared on a beach in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, Monday, March. 10, 2025. (AP Photo/Francesco Spotorno)PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic (AP) — The search for a U.S. college student who went missing in the Dominican Republic intensified on Monday after a man questioned by authorities visited the beach where she…