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Protesters Demostrate Against Rep. Cramer’s Healthcare Vote

The U.S. House voted to pass the healthcare bill on this day last year

May 4, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — One year after Rep. Kevin Cramer’s vote for the American Health Care Act, North Dakotans gathered to protest against his stance. Protesters gathered at the North Dakota Republican’s Fargo office to bring awareness to what they say is the need for healthcare. The demonstration was organized by the North Dakota Democratic–NPL party. People who participated say Cramer’s stance…

Sen. Hoeven learns about NDSU’s defense projects

Research projects are being in coordination with the Department of Defense

May 4, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Senator John Hoeven met with researchers at NDSU to discuss the works being done at the university. The projects are being done in coordination with the Department of Defense. Hoeven is a member of the Senate Defense Appropriations Committee. Hoeven toured laboratories with research on bio–reactive materials, water filtration bio–fouling, and coatings for military infrastructure. NDSU has received nearly…

Police: Flight Attendant On Williston Flight Was Drunk

Erika Gorman described the flight as "terrifying" in a tweet to United. Gorman says she had to go to the cockpit to tell the pilot the flight attendant was out of control.

May 4, 2018

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WILLISTON, N.D. (KFGO) – United Airlines is investigating a report that a flight attendant was drunk on a flight from Denver to Williston. Erika Gorman described the flight as “terrifying” in a tweet to United. Gorman says she had to go to the cockpit to tell the pilot the flight attendant was out of control. Williston Airport Director Anthony Dudas…

LIVE: Art Is Springing Up All Over

We're behind the scenes as the put the finishing touches on the biggest art bash of the year.

May 4, 2018

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If you want a sneak peek at the biggest celebration of the year for art here in the Red River Valley, look no further. The Morning Show’s Emily Welker just couldn’t wait, so we went live from the Plains Art Museum as organizers scrambled to put together the multi-level, multi-art Spring Gala: Black and White at the Plains Art Museum….

North Dakota’s First Case of E.Coli Infection Connected To Romaine Lettuce

The NDDoH has been working with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and other state and local health officials in this national investigation.

May 4, 2018

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BISMARCK, ND — North Dakota has its first documented case of E. coli associated with a national food poisoning outbreak linked to romaine lettuce. The Health Department says another possible case in the state is being investigated. Federal health officials have said there are reports of more than 120 people getting sick in more than two dozen states. At least…

Bodies found in Grand Forks home include mother and three children

Grand Forks Public Schools was informed that a parent and three students were found deceased in the residence.

May 4, 2018

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GRAND FORKS, ND – A sad and tragic tale is being uncovered in Grand Forks where the bodies of a mother and three children were found Thursday morning in a south side house. Police say all three died of gunshot wounds. They have been identified as 35–year–old Astra Volk, six–year–old Arianna Talmage, 10–year–old Aidan Talmage and 14–year–old Tyler Talmage. Authorities…

League of Women Voters Helping Candidates for Fargo City Commission Attract Voters

Mahoney says it's all about electing people that will create change people are looking for

May 3, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Election season is in the air and the League of Women Voters is helping those running for Fargo City Commission attract voters. The vote for Fargo City Commission may not be until June 12th, but the League of Women Voters wants you to know more about the candidates. “As you listen to the answers and the responses…

Ronald McDonald House Unveils New Building in Fargo

The new space can hold up to 17 families

May 3, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Ronald McDonald House of the Red River Valley has a new house in town and they showed it off during an open house. The new house is located near the new Sanford Medical Center in Fargo. Staff from the Ronald McDonald House of the Red River Valley says before this afternoon, they would have to turn some families…

Senator Hoeven Asks for $35 Million of Federal Funds to Support Diversion

The funds will go towards flood protection of Fargo as well as diversion design and engineering plans

May 3, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — While the Metro Flood Diversion Authority awaits a decision from the Minnesota DNR on the new diversion plan, North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum and Senator John Hoeven stress the need for flood protection across the valley. “This is a huge project, you’re talking more than $2 billion, but really important because this is a dynamic, growing region and…

Washington Elementary Students, Families Explore S.T.E.A.M Activities

This is the third year the schools has put on the event

May 3, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Washington Elementary School students invited their parents and siblings to practice their communication, collaboration, critical thinking and creative skills at STEAM Family Night. STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, arts and math. The school set up a variety of STEAM stations including robotics, coding and a paper airplane competition to introduce students to STEM activities at a young…