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Spencer Moen’s appeal for a new trial is rejected by North Dakota Supreme Court

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — North Dakota Supreme Court has rejected Spencer Moen’s appeal for a new trial. The opinion was unanimous in affirming the criminal judgment against the West Fargo man. Moen argues the district court violated his constitutional right to confront witnesses because it failed to comply with statutory requirements for allowing remote testimony by child witnesses. Last December,…

Judge rules in favor of North Dakota’s ban on transgender care for minors

South Central Judicial District Judge Jackson Lofgren presides over a trial to determine the constitutionality of North Dakota’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors on Feb. 3, 2025. (Mary Steurer/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — A judge has upheld a North Dakota law that bans gender-affirming care for minors. South Central District Court Judge Jackson Lofgren wrote in…

North Dakota rolls out low-interest loans to aid federal workers during shutdown

Gov. Kelly Armstrong, left, speaks Oct. 8, 2025, during a press conference after launching a loan program for federal workers during the government shutdown with Attorney General Drew Wrigley, center, and Rick Clayburgh, president of the North Dakota Bankers Association. (Photo by Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — North Dakota is offering an estimated 9,200 federal workers…

Conflict Between Horace Residents, City Council Over Special Assessments Drags On

The special meeting was scheduled to run from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. but went far over time.

HORACE, N.D. (KVRR) – Special assessments in Horace continue to be a point of contention for homeowners and the City Council alike. District Court Judge Constance Cleveland dismissed the lawsuit brought by homeowners against the city of Horace back on September 3rd, but that hasn’t done much to solve the discontent of homeowners who say they’re still getting overcharged on…

Fargo third graders walked back in time on the streets of Downtown Fargo

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo third graders took a trip into the history of downtown Fargo. This week, over 300 students across the Fargo Public Schools hit the pavement to learn about the history of many iconic buildings throughout downtown. Some of the buildings include the Great Northern Bicycle Company, the Black Building, Hotel Donaldson, and others. Fargo Theatre also…

Fargo Police Department K9 Officer Honored with Award

Uno's recognition comes with induction into the Animal Hall of Fame, organized by the North Dakota Veterinary Medical Association.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – After a long career of dedicated work – a Fargo Police Department officer has been honored with a special award. Back in August, K9 Uno received the Working Award at this year’s Pet of the Year ceremony in Medora. The award comes with induction into the Animal Hall of Fame, which is run by the North…

Fargo Police issued over 200 traffic citations for traffic enforcement campaign

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — From July 1 to August 4, law enforcement agencies across the state participated in the Vision Zero, ‘Speeding Slows You Down’ campaign. During the enforcement, a total of 5,065 citations were issued. “Any officers who signed up to work that initiative had to team up with our traffic safety team members to go out and work…

Chevron cutting more than 100 oil industry jobs in North Dakota with Hess merger

FARGO (North Dakota Monitor) — Oil producer Chevron is laying off more than 100 workers in North Dakota after acquiring Hess Corp., a greater impact than initially expected. Chevron notified Job Service North Dakota that it would lay off 111 workers — 63 in Minot and 48 at Tioga — beginning Sept. 26. Chevron completed its merger with Hess July…

Ghoul Morning: Slimy Yet Satisfying at Boo at the Zoo

FARGO — They’re the things that go bump, croak, slither and skitter in the night. And you can get up close and personal with some of the most unsettling denizens of the Red River Zoo at “Boo at the Zoo” this month. It’s also one of the area’s largest trick-or-treating events. This year’s “Boo at the Zoo” includes a new…

Bank of North Dakota to launch state’s first stablecoin known as Roughrider coin

Don Morgan, president of the Bank of North Dakota, speaks at Bismarck State College on Oct. 8, 2025. (Photo by Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — The Bank of North Dakota announced Wednesday plans to launch the Roughrider coin, the state’s first stablecoin. Stablecoin is a type of cryptocurrency that can facilitate instant money transfers, streamline bank-to-bank…