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Russia Banned from 2018 Winter Olympics After Investigation into Doping Program

The ruling comes after an investigation conducted by the IOC found Russia was engaging in an extensive state-backed doping program

December 5, 2017

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INTERNATIONAL — The International Olympic Committee has banned the country of Russia from competing in the 2018 Winter games in Pyeongchang, South Korea. The IOC says Russia’s government officials are also banned from coming and the country’s flag will not be displayed at the opening ceremony. The ruling comes after an investigation conducted by the IOC found Russia was engaging…

THE BUZZ: “Long Island Medium” Couple Calls it Quits, “Big Bang Theory” Star Engaged, Elton John’s Mum Dies

Theresa Caputo and her husband, Larry, announce they have split up

December 4, 2017

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NATIONAL — It may have been something that fans of the hit show, “Long Island Medium” saw coming. Theresa Caputo and her husband, Larry, announce they have split up. In a joint statement, the stars say “After 28 years of marriage, we have decided to legally separate. We will always love each other and our two wonderful children. We are…

In The Spotlight With Bison Illustrated

On hygge, Carson Wentz and robot athletes.

December 4, 2017

Emily Welker,

As the Bison edge closer to another potential FCS championship and Carson Wentz’s name is bandied abroad as a possible MVP, it’s pretty busy around the offices of Bison Illustrated around this time of year. But editor Joe Kerlin was kind enough to take time out of his busy schedule to stop by the KVRR Morning Show to sit down…

Miss America, Cara Mund, Named ND State Fair Grand Marshal

Miss America and Bismarck native, Cara Mund has been selected as this year's grand Marshal

December 1, 2017

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MINOT, ND — The North Dakota State Fair has named its 2018 parade Grand Marshal. Miss America and Bismarck native, Cara Mund has been selected as this year’s grand Marshal. The 23-year-old won the crown of Miss America in September and is the first winner from North Dakota in the history of the national pageant. Mund will preside over the…

Unity: Live In-studio with the Fargo PD and Rapper DPB

An eight-year friendship that's making new connections all over Fargo.

December 1, 2017

Emily Welker,

What started as a friendship 8 years ago has blossomed into new connections between Fargo law enforcement, the art of rap music, and the kids of the Fargo public school system. And now, with the launch of a video called “Unity” Friday night at the Fargo Theatre, you could be making a connection of your own — that between the…

Pet Connection: Meet Lila

Baby, it's cold outside. But this dog will see to it your feet are nice and toasty.

November 30, 2017

Emily Welker,

Lila couldn’t have come into the studio at a better time. When all the forecasts are calling for a sudden drop back to normal from our record-setting warmth, one of Lila’s favorite activities is snuggling up with someone to keep them nice and warm. This beautiful 4-year-old mixed breed possibly has some Great Pyrenees in her background, which would explain…

Garrison Keillor Says He’s Been Fired Over Allegations of Improper Behavior

Keillor told The Associated Press of his firing in an email. In a follow-up statement, he says he was fired over ``a story that I think is more interesting and more complicated than the version MPR heard.''

November 29, 2017

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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) _ Garrison Keillor, the former host of “A Prairie Home Companion,” says he’s been fired by Minnesota Public Radio over allegations of improper behavior. Keillor told The Associated Press of his firing in an email. In a follow-up statement, he says he was fired over “a story that I think is more interesting and more complicated than the version…

LIVE: Local Bands Join Together For Block Party Concert

NDSU's College Radio Station Putting on Concert

November 29, 2017

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KNDS Radio Assistant General Manager Brian Jackson joins Adam Ladwig to talk about the radio station’s upcoming block party concert. The concert features for different bands that all started in Fargo. The entertainment includes the bands Free Truman, Rounding Third, Under the Pavilion and Revelsound. Jackson explains why it’s important to support local music, and talks about the kinds…

NBC News Fires Matt Lauer for Inappropriate Sexual Behavior

NBC News Chairman says, "we were presented with reason to believe this may not have been an isolated incident."

November 29, 2017

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NEW YORK (AP) – NBC News says longtime ”Today” show host Matt Lauer has been fired for ”inappropriate sexual behavior.” Lauer’s co-anchor Savannah Guthrie made the announcement at the top of Wednesday’s ”Today” show. Guthrie read a statement from NBC News chairman Andy Lack, stating that the company has received a detailed complaint from a colleague Monday night ”about inappropriate…

Home For The Pawlidayz: Free Adoptions At Cats Cradle

Leaving you a little extra cash to spend on toys for the newest member of the family.

November 24, 2017

Emily Welker,

Everyone wants to make it home for the holidays, and adoptable animals are no exception. That’s why Cats Cradle shelter in Fargo is teaming up with Zappos for their Black Friday weekend of free, sponsored cat adoptions over Thanksgiving weekend. Cats Cradle is an all-volunteer, non-profit cat shelter that works hard to bring in kitties off the street in the…