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Proposed Ordinance Has Fargo Police Collecting Data on “Place of Last Drink”

The ordinance has been adopted in 39 counties and towns across Minnesota

FARGO, N.D. — As a member of the Downtown Neighborhood Association and someone who lives on Broadway, Carol Schlossman is tired of her city receiving nationwide negative attention for one thing: drinking. “We were just named again by USA Today as one of the drunkest cities in the country. That is not good for any business. That is not good for…

Volunteers Advocate for “Yes” Vote on Measure 3, Which Would Legalize Marijuana

They say states that have already legalized it are seeing benefits

FARGO, N.D. — When you head to the polls, you’ll see something on the ballot called Measure 3. It will legalize marijuana in the state of North Dakota, and advocates say that would help many families. “I have several friends with chronic illnesses that will not be able to use medicinal marijuana, and that really upsets me,” Lacey Planteen, a volunteer…

Fall Festival at Rheault Farm Celebrates Start of New Season

There are plenty of activities for kids

FARGO, N.D. — It’s the first day of fall, and the Fargo Park District is celebrating with the Fall Festival. “I think it’s a great time for people to get excited about the changing seasons again. We get so excited about summer, then it ends, but fall’s great for our community and it’s a really great time for families to come…

Downtown Revitalization Leads to West Fargo Labeled as “Main Street Community”

Governor Burgum's program looks to celebrate vibrant communities that can attract workers

WEST FARGO, N.D. — As a result of the city’s multi–year commitment to revitalize its downtown, Governor Doug Burgum recognizes West Fargo as a “Main Street Community.” The Governor’s “Main Street Initiative” celebrates vibrant communities attracting people to jobs powering the state’s economy. He says with an emphasis on multi–use facilities and pedestrian–friendly projects, West Fargo is in a great position…

Hoehn Trial Reveals Police Interviews With Crews, Testimonies From Experts

A forensic examiner from the FBI gave DNA analysis

FARGO, N.D. — The trial for William Hoehn continues for the fourth day. He’s being charged with conspiracy to commit murder in the death of Savanna Greywind. Among those who testified for the prosecution were a forensic examiner from the FBI and a doctor who cared for Haisley Jo, Greywind’s baby. Most of the day was spent showing the jury a…

Police Investigating Death After a Woman’s Body Was Found at the Rodeway Inn

They say there is no sign of foul play or obvious signs of trauma, but an autopsy is needed to find out how the woman died

FARGO, N.D. — Police are investigating the death of a woman after she was found at the Rodeway Inn in Fargo. Just after 11:15 this morning, the Fargo Police Department showed up to 2202 University Drive South. They say there is no sign of foul play or obvious signs of trauma, but an autopsy is needed to find out how…

ND Game & Fish Making Three Bighorn Sheep Licenses Available

Biologists counted 77 rams in a summer population survey, 12 fewer than last year and 27 fewer than 2016.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) _ North Dakota’s Game and Fish Department is making only three bighorn sheep hunting licenses available this year, as deadly bacterial pneumonia continues to impact the western Badlands population. Biologists counted 77 rams in a summer population survey, 12 fewer than last year and 27 fewer than 2016. The outbreak first detected four years ago killed about…

Reservation Suspect Sentenced For Other Incidents

Charboneau was arrested last December following a chase with law officers through three counties.

Dakota CharboneauFARGO, N.D. (AP) – A man accused of helping kill a woman on the Spirit Lake Indian Reservation has been sentenced for unrelated gun assault and shooting incidents. The U.S. attorney’s office says 24-year-old Dakota Charboneau will spend 60 years in federal prison for assaulting two men with the butt of a gun in October 2017, and for shooting…

High Five Wentz Bobblehead Released As QB Returns To Field

Only 1,000 limited edition bobbleheads have been made available.

MILWAUKEE, WI — The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum released the officially licensed Carson Wentz and Thundar NDSU High Five Bobblehead. It’s the first featuring Wentz and Thundar together. Only 1,000 limited edition bobbleheads have been made available. Wentz is the most prolific quarterback in North Dakota State history. He’ll make his first start this season after a…

New Homecoming Court at NDSU Caps off a Magical Night for Students

Most performances dabbled with a Harry Potter theme

FARGO, N.D. — There’s a new Homecoming King and Queen at NDSU. Preston Anderson and Alexis Braaten take home the top prize this year after getting the most votes from the student body. Anderson is a senior General Agriculture major with a minor in Soil Science. Bratten is a senior majoring in Biological Sciences. Before the coronation, several groups across…