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Diversion Would Increase River Stage to 37 Feet Under New Plan

FARGO, N.D. – Fargo’s City Commission gets an update from the city’s engineering team about a new diversion plan. The presentation was not up for consideration. Engineers wanted the commission to be aware of the project they have been working on. They say the city may need to purchase additional land for it and most likely buy out more homes. “The…

Minnesota Unveils New Look To Driver’s Licenses And IDs

Minnesotans will be able to apply for a REAL ID-compliant card in October 2018

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Driver’s license and ID cards in Minnesota are getting a new look and security upgrades. They include vertical and horizontal designs and state of Minnesota branding featuring the Mississippi River, a canoeist and a pine forest. The vertical design is for those under 21 to make it easier for businesses to identify those of legal age….

Victims In Triple Fatal Crash Near Hankinson Identified

Young Driver Lost Control on Interstate 29, Crossed Median And Crashed Into Vehicle Head-On

Avila Family/GoFundMeRICHLAND COUNTY, N.D. — The highway patrol has released the names of the people killed in a triple fatal crash on I-29 south of Hankinson Sunday morning. They include 45-year-old James Radtke of West Fargo and 24-year-old Flor Avila and her daughter, 5-year-old Kayleen Avila, both of Fargo. The patrol says Radtke’s 15-year-old son, Connor, was behind the wheel…

This Is A Big Week For Shopping And Live Music In Our Region

Downtown Fargo Street Fair and Moondance Jam Both Begin On Thursday

This is a big week for fans of shopping and live music. The annual Downtown Fargo Street Fair begins on Thursday and runs through Saturday. On the same day, rock and roll fans will begin jamming out at Moondance Jam in Walker, Minnesota. This year’s Jam will be highlighted by rock, rap and country superstar, Kid Rock. The Detroit native…

Two Men Hurt After Crashing ATV Near Grubb Lake

victims identified as 38-year-old Adam Boyer and 43-year-old Michael Baas

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Minn. — Two people were hurt in an ATV crash near Grubb Lake, southwest of Alexandria. Douglas County Sheriff’s Office got a 911 call late Saturday night about the crash on Grubb Lake Road. They identified the victims as 38-year-old Adam Boyer and 43-year-old Michael Baas. One victim had walked to a home to get help. He was…

USDA Cites NDSU For Violating Animal Welfare Act

PETA Wants USDA To Issue Fines

FARGO, N.D. — PETA is calling on the USDA to fine NDSU for the deaths of research animals. The university was cited after an inspection in May for violating the Animal Welfare Act. According to USDA records, eleven lambs died from trauma after being confined to a small pen with more than 200 other sheep. In another incident, pigs died…

LIVE: Clay County Sheriff’s Race

We interview this first of a field of four candidates.

Clay County is losing its longtime sheriff Bill Bergquist this fall. He’s retiring after decades with the department, and four people are vying for the chance to replace him. Among them is a longtime detective with Bergquist’s department. Jason Hicks has investigated many of the highest-profile crimes in the county over the past decade. Hicks says he’s looking for a…

Grand Forks Police Dealing With Black Bear In Town

Grand Forks Police are asking residents to stay away from University Park.

Cpl. Schiller and K9 Bear ran into a long lost relative this morning taking a leisurely stroll through University Park! Posted by University of North Dakota Police Department on Monday, July 16, 2018 GRAND FORKS, ND — (VIDEO) Grand Forks Police along with Game and Fish officers are working to safely remove a bear near the UND campus. As of…

Carson Wentz Gets Married

Wentz announced the ceremony on his Twitter account.

FARGO, ND — Carson Wentz is married. The former NDSU quarterback and current Philadelphia Eagles QB announced the ceremony on his Twitter account. Wentz posted: Such a blessing to finally get to marry my best friend! It was an incredible day and God has his fingerprints all over our story! I’m a lucky man with one amazing wife. #WentzUponATime Categories:…

Competition Heats Up in First Ever North Dakota Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament

Twenty teams were vying for first place including "Rest in Pieces," "Puzzle Posse," "What is a Puzzle?" and "Puzzlers on the Edge"

  WEST FARGO, N.D. — The Red River Valley Fair has its traditions, but this year something a little different was added. KVRR’s Danielle Church pieces together for us how much everyone felt about the first ever North Dakota Jigsaw Puzzle Competition. Twenty teams had three hours to complete a 500-piece puzzle. “I love puzzles and I am a very competitive…