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Fargo Corecon 2017 Kicks Off

Corecon takes place once a year and gives people a chance to embrace their inner geek

FARGO, ND — People from all over the country are gathering right here in Fargo for an “out of this world” convention. Corecon takes place once a year and gives people a chance to embrace their inner geek. It is an opportunity to meet people with similar interests, a chance to craft the craziest costume and enter into a different…

The Jeronimo Yanez Trial: Defense Rests, Closing Arguments Monday

Yanez took the stand in his own defense and testified why he decided to make a traffic stop on Castile's car

ST. PAUL, Minn. — The defense has rested their case in the trial of Jeronimo Yanez over the fatal shooting of Philando Castile. Yanez, a St. Anthony police officer, sais he was “scared to death” just before he opened fire and killed Castile. Yanez took the stand in his own defense and testified why he decided to make a traffic…

West Fargo Firefighters Battle Auto Shop Blaze in 90-Degree Temps

Westbound lanes on Main Avenue were shut down from 45th to 17th Street.

WEST FARGO, ND — Cars were forced to take different routes as crews responded to an auto shop fire in West Fargo. Westbound lanes on Main Avenue were shut down from 45th to 17th Street. Officials say a fire started on the 1900 block of Main Avenue West at the end of a long commercial structure that holds vehicles. Crews…

Funeral Services Set for Fargo Man Who Died After Downtown Assault

The funeral Mass will be Tuesday, June 13 at Sts. Anne and Joachim church in Fargo at 10:30 a.m

  FARGO, ND — Funeral arrangements have been set for the Fargo man who died after an assault in downtown Fargo. The visitation for Jamie Grant will be Monday, June 12 at Boulger Funeral Home in Fargo from 5 to 7 p.m. with a prayer service to follow. The funeral Mass will be Tuesday, June 13 at Sts. Anne and…

Week In Review: June 5-9

Technical issues, howling, ribs, rapping and a diabetic cat were all part of the fun this week on KVRR Local news.

  Technical issues, howling, ribs, rapping and a diabetic cat were all part of the fun this week on KVRR Local news. Categories: Local News, Morning – Features Tags: KVRR, KVRR LOCAL NEWS, RIBFEST, so good

West Fargo Police Chief Search: Lt. Troy Hischer

Lieutenant Troy Hischer has worked in North Dakota law enforcement for nearly 23 years and says he is ready to work with West Fargo's finest

FARGO, ND — The city of West Fargo has narrowed their search for a new police chief down to two candidates. We learned more about FBI Agent Heith Janke on Wednesday and we continue our candidate profiles. Today, we met with candidate Lt. Troy Hischer and learned more on why he says he is perfect for the job. After four…

Officers Help Ignite the Opening Ceremony for Special Olympics in North Dakota

Athletes and law enforcement officers from many parts of the state step into the 2017 Law Enforcement Torch Run

FARGO, N.D. — Hundreds of families ran with officers from the far reaches of North Dakota to light up the state’s Summer Special Olympics. They’re celebrating 45 years of giving North Dakotans the opportunity to become athletes. “When you talk to our athletes, what they talk about is having an opportunity to participate just like an NDSU athlete, a Fargo/Davies…

Fargo-Moorhead’s Thoughts on Comey: Many Don’t Know Who He Is

We asked locals about what they think of Comey's testimony to congress

FARGO, N.D. — We asked people in Fargo what they think about Comey’s testimony to congress. One woman told us off camera she’s very sad about the widespread opposition to the President and thinks firing Comey was the right decision. A lot of the people we asked said they didn’t even know who James Comey is. Meanwhile, people who say…

The American Red Cross Honors Heroes in the Dakotas Region

The American Red Cross Dakotas Region Honored local Heroes and Celebrated 100 Years of Service

FARGO, ND — The American Red Cross is honoring those in our community who do extraordinary things every day. The annual “Honoring Heroes’ Lunch” honored a veteran, a Red Cross volunteer, and Slumberland Furniture. They are being recognized for continuing to give back to the community through volunteer work and helping those in need. The American Red Cross chooses their…

No Property Damage Reported from Four Tornado Touchdowns in the Region

REGIONAL — More information on the wicked weather that spawned four E-F zero tornadoes throughout the region Wednesday. Officials with the National Weather Service say they have not received any property damage reports from the tornadoes that touched down near Hatton and Grand Forks. The twisters are considered “land-spout” funnels because they don’t form like a classic tornado, however, they…