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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: How to protect you or a loved one

Last year, there were just under 3,800 reports of elder abuse in North Dakota, according to the state's Health & Human Services.

June 15, 2023

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and the state urges people that if you see something, say something. “It’s really important to have, like, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day or just talking in general about elder abuse awareness, abuse of older adults or abuse of adults with physical disabilities overall. We want to bring…

U.S. Attorneys Across the Country Focus on Summer Anti-Crime Strategy

June 15, 2023

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — North Dakota U.S. Attorney Mac Schneider was part of a virtual meeting with U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland on Wednesday to talk about gun-related violence. U.S. Attorneys from all across the country talked about the department’s summer anti-crime strategy. Schneider says the message was very clear that there’s the potential to see an uptick in violent…

First time dad classes can help in your next chapter in life

June 15, 2023

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Being a first time dad can be a scary proposition. There’s a lot to learn and remember as your little one enters the world, but thankfully there are resources like first time dad classes to help out. “I always encourage them regardless of how they got there,” said Zach Leibel, who teaches first time dad classes….

West Fargo hosts Cruise Night

June 15, 2023

Aaron Walling,

WEST FARGO (KVRR) – It was a beautiful night in West Fargo, as thousands of people took to Sheyenne St. for Cruise Night. Classic and new cars lined the street and parking lots, with people showing off their prized cars to the public. “This is a big, big event for the community to get together, see and meet people and…

Closing arguments heard in Voting Rights Act case brought by N.D. tribes

June 15, 2023

KVRR Staff,

FARGO (KFGO/AP) — Closing arguments were heard Thursday in the federal case brought by two tribes challenging North Dakota’s redrawn legislative district lines, claiming the new map diluted Native American voters’ strength on their reservations. The federal lawsuit was brought last year by the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians and the Spirit Lake Tribe, as well as individual Native American voters,…

U.S. Supreme Court upholds Indian Child Welfare Act in 7-2 vote

June 15, 2023

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — U.S. Supreme Court upholding the Indian Child Welfare Act in a seven to two vote. The court preserves the system that gives preference to Native American families in foster care and adoption proceedings of Native children. The decision rejects a broad attack from some Republican-led states who argue the law is based on race. Supporters of…

Forman, ND Man Arrested On Drug Charges After Searches Carried Out

June 15, 2023

KVRR Staff,

FORMAN, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO)– A Forman, North Dakota man is arrested on drug charges after multiple search warrants were served. 63-year-old Jay Diegel is in jail in Wahpeton. Sargent County Sheriff Travis Paeper says deputies and drug task force agents found 12 pounds of marijuana, a 1/4 pound of meth, LSD, hallucinogenic mushrooms, ecstasy and marijuana wax during the search. Two…

Roger Maris Stolen Memorabilia Case Solved, 9 People Arrested For String of Thefts

Maris Family: The Items Will Not Be Returned

June 15, 2023

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, ND. (KVRR/AP) — The case of the stolen Hickok Belt and MVP Trophy awarded to Roger Maris and stolen in 2016 from the Roger Maris Museum at West Acres Mall has been solved. Federal authorities announced charges against a ring of nine people for thefts of millions of dollars worth of paintings, sports memorabilia and other valuables including an Andy…

UND professor on UAP hearings and the search for life

June 14, 2023

Site Staff,

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — A University of North Dakota professor specializing in space studies says the push for answers about Unidentified Aerial Phenomena is a driving force for organizations like NASA to search for life’s origins around the solar system. UND professor Michael Dodge says the next hearing may examine what we already know from the previous hearings and…

Smoke Returns From Canadian Wildfires and Officials Recommend Limiting Time Outside

June 14, 2023

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality is advising residents to consider limiting time outside while smoky conditions remain. They advise people to protect their health and keep windows and doors closed until smoke levels subside. Inhaling fine particles can cause a variety of health effects including respiratory irritation and shortness of breath. It can also worsen…