North Dakota News Archives - Page 1192 of 2303

Woman accused of starting fire, assaulting police officer

November 11, 2020

Jim Monk,

FARGO (KVRR) – A woman is facing charges after police say she started a fire and assaulted an officer in a south Fargo apartment building. Officers responded to an unwanted female at an apartment in the 1300 block of 32nd Street South. Police were advised that a woman, identified as 20 year-old Nyamal Kachlech, had been trespassed from the property…

North Dakota reports 12 more pandemic deaths

November 11, 2020

Jim Monk,

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – The North Dakota Department of Health reports 791 new COVID-19 cases and 12 new deaths since Monday. There are 11,656 active cases in the state. 254 people are hospitalized. Cass County reported the most new cases, with 341. So far, 686 people in North Dakota have died. The latest stats from the Dept. of Health are…

LIVE: Keeping Veterans Safe on Veterans Day

They're one of our most precious resources. Show them you care by keeping them safe while you honor their service.

November 11, 2020

Emily Welker,

The North Dakota Census reports that we’ve got more than 50,000 veterans alive in the state this year, but the number is dwindling. That’s in part because they’re an aging population. And local veterans are concerned about about the potential the pandemic could have to diminish their ranks still further. That’s why veterans groups worked overtime this year to make…

Burgum wants outside attorneys to handle possible lawsuit over legislative appointment

November 11, 2020

Jim Monk,

BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Doug Burgum is asking the state’s attorney general to appoint outside lawyers to handle a possible lawsuit over the governor’s appointment to fill a legislative seat that was won by a candidate who died before the election. Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem is at odds with Burgum over the appointment of Washburn coal executive Wade Boeshans to…

UND alum remembers her time on Jeopardy!, meeting Alex Trebek

Stephanie Gagelin competed on the iconic show in 2010 and represented UND.

November 10, 2020

,

FARGO, N.D. — Thursday, November 11th marks a very unique 10-year anniversary for Stephanie Gagelin. “I have gone back and watched it every once in a while. My mom is really a nostalgic person and so she’ll want to dig it out every once and a while like if I am home for the holidays,” admits Gagelin. The then 19-year-old…

Former combat medic receives free vehicle, “It doesn’t feel real”

Guzman and her family received a 2018 Dodge Journey

November 10, 2020

,

GRAND FORKS, N.D.- A Crookston veteran receives a car as a way to relieve some financial stress. U.S National Guard Staff Sergeant Crystal Guzman initially enlisted in the military in 1996 for the educational benefits. After the attack on America, Guzman soon realized she was there for a bigger purpose. “9/11 happened and I got serious about what I was…

Students learn from virtual lecture with a veteran

Veteran describes importance of remembrance holiday

November 10, 2020

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, N.D. — In honor of Veterans Day, a military member teaches students about the true meaning behind the holiday. Mr. Seeba’s fourth grade class at Washington Elementary received a virtual and in-depth look at the sacrifices military members make while serving our country. His nephew is an active duty military member for the U.S. Navy. He described the importance…

Fundraiser Started For West Fargo Teacher & Coach After Brain Tumor Surgery

November 10, 2020

TJ Nelson,

WEST FARGO, N.D. — A GoFundMe account is started for a West Fargo physical education teacher and coach after a serious health scare. Justin Behm noticed hearing loss in August 2019. After an MRI last May, it turns out he had a benign but very large brain tumor. A nerve was damaged during surgery and Behm had complete facial paralysis…

Smoking materials cause fire in Grand Forks apartment building

November 10, 2020

Jim Monk,

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) – Investigators say smoking was the cause of an apartment fire in Grand Forks, but the fire was caught before major damage was done. Crews were called around 7 a.m. Tuesday 2403 27th Avenue South. When they arrived they found the building smoking between the second and third floor balconies. They were able to quickly get the…

Fargo man arrested in drug bust

November 10, 2020

Jim Monk,

FARGO (KVRR) – An intensive drug investigation that started in February has ended with the arrest of a Fargo man. The Fargo Police Department Narcotics Unit, Metro Street Crimes Unit, and the Cass County Drug Task Force arrested 33-year-old Scott Anderson. Police say they have tried to arrest Anderson multiple times over the past several weeks but were unsuccessful. On…