Boot Up for the PRCA Rodeo in Fargo!
FARGO, N.D. -- Grab your cowboy boots and hat because the Rodeo is at the Fargodome this weekend. "It's a full line up shows," said Jeff Lee, the show's announcer. "We've got bareback…
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Confirmed: JCPenney Stores in Thief River Falls, Wahpeton to Close; Add Jamestown, Dickinson to the List
RED RIVER VALLEY -- In a story we first brought you Thursday, officials with JCPenney confirm the Wahpeton and Thief River Falls locations are closing. Additionally, stores in Dickinson and Jamestown are also closing, as well as seven other…
Want To Shop Early on Sundays? The Vote May Soon Be in Your Hands
NORTH DAKOTA -- Lawmakers denied the possibility of retail stores opening before noon on Sundays, but a local business owner isn't giving up. A Fargo man said he…
Downtown Fargo Set to Build Community Area this Summer
FARGO, N.D. -- In the next few years, downtown Fargo will be going through some major developmental changes. The Block 9 Reconstruction Project will begin this summer in the lot…
State-Owned Casinos Facing Uphill Battle in North Dakota
BISMARCK, N.D. -- A potentially losing hand has been dealt in a Fargo lawmaker's attempt to allow state-owned casinos. The House Judiciary Committee gave Rep. Al Carlson's proposal to allow up to six state-owned casinos a 13-2 "do not…
United Way Honors the Community's Most Generous Businesses
FARGO, N.D. -- The United Way of Cass–Clay held its annual meeting and report to the community at the Ramada Inn. The luncheon celebrated the most generous workplaces and business leaders who…
Cyber Security Conference Informs Public on Latest in High-Tech Crime
FARGO, N.D. -- The North Dakota Cyber Security Conference was held on the NDSU campus. The conference brings together members from educational institutions and government agencies to speak on a variety of…
CCRI Searching for Positive People who Want to Make a Difference
MOORHEAD, Minn. -- Are you looking for a job that gives back? Creative Care for Reaching Independence in Moorhead is looking for positive people to join its team. The organization helps people with…
Extra DWI Patrols on the Roads for St. Patrick's Day
REGIONAL -- If you are looking to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, authorities are urging you to designate a sober driver. That could be a friend or family member, a cab or even a ride sharing service like Uber. To…
Bison Turf Reconstruction Project Begins
FARGO, N.D. -- The reconstruction of the Bison Turf has officially begun. The popular college bar near NDSU's campus was damaged by fire last July. The owner, Pete Sabo, has had plans to rebuild the bar for quite some…
JCPenney Stores Expected to Close in Wahpeton, Thief River Falls After 80+ Years in Business
RED RIVER VALLEY -- As JCPenney prepares to announce a list of closings around the country, the stores in Wahpeton and Thief River Falls are expected to be closed. Employees have been told the Thief River Falls location will…
ND Secretary of State Approves Recall Petition of Fargo City Commissioner
FARGO, N.D. -- The North Dakota Secretary of State's office has approved the language of a petition calling for the recall of Fargo City Commissioner Dave Piepkorn. Recall supporters are upset with Piepkorn's stance on what they call his…
Got Firewood? You May Get a Visit From the Forestry Department
FARGO, N.D. -- Knock knock, the firewood inspector may be coming to your door soon. Fargo forestry workers are looking for potentially disease carrying logs in firewood stacks. In 2016, about…
Judge Refuses Tribes' Request to Stop Oil from Flowing into Dakota Access pipeline
MORTON COUNTY, N.D. -- A federal judge has refused to head off the imminent flow of oil in the disputed Dakota Access pipeline. Judge James Boasberg has denied a request by the Standing Rock and Cheyenne River Sioux tribes…
32nd Avenue South Road Reconstruction Project Begins
FARGO, N.D. -- If your commute includes 32nd Avenue South in Fargo, you may want to think of an alternative route. Road construction season is here. The major project will expand…
Gate City Bank Providing $2 Million to Moorhead Homeowners
MOORHEAD, Minn. -- Gate City Bank made a special presentation this morning at the monthly Coffee with the Mayor in Moorhead. The bank presented a check for $2 million dollars…
ND Lawmaker Changes Proposal for State-Owned Casinos
BISMARCK, N.D. -- Rep. Al Carlson has changed his proposal for up to six state-owned casinos, if voters approve. The Republican House majority leader's original proposal would forbid state casinos from being built within 20 miles of a reservation.…
Hawthorne Neighborhood Speaks Out on Controversial Building Project
FARGO, N.D. -- Fargo City Commissioners approved a zoning change to allow a new row of townhomes to be built in the Hawthorne neighborhood. The new housing project is controversial and not…
Building of Wellness Center Might Mean Sales Tax Increase for People of Casselton
CASSELTON, N.D. -- Casselton could see a new wellness center in the future, but it comes with a price. People will be voting on a sales tax increase to fund the…
City of Fargo Acquires Home Needed for Flood Protection Plan in Rose Creek
FARGO, N.D. -- The City of Fargo is moving forward with its flood protection plans with an acquisition in the Rose Creek neighborhood. The house at 4122 17th Street South has…
Details Released in Dilworth Auto Yard Drug Bust
DILWORTH, Minn. -- New details behind a search warrant to investigate the Dilworth Auto Yard have been released. The eight page warrant explains how 217 pounds of marijuana was found inside the trunks of eight Ford Fusions. On Friday,…
Inspire Innovation Lab Offering Free Pie and a Pi Challenge
FARGO, N.D. -- Some of us probably avoided the number 3.14 in math class. It still comes back to haunt us, but maybe in a tastier way than you expected! It's "Pi"…
Fargo City Commissioner Accuses Lutheran Social Services of Calling for His Recall
FARGO, N.D. -- Fargo City Commissioner Dave Piepkorn isn't bothered by a group calling for his recall over of his stance on refugee resettlement. Appearing on KFGO's News & Views, Piepkorn accused Lutheran Social Services of being behind the…
Future Unclear for Grand Forks Daycare After Sex Abuse Complaint
GRAND FORKS, N.D. -- Officers in Grand Forks say a home daycare might not re-open after they got a sexual abuse complaint. Police say it happened at the Little Rascals Childcare Center.…
ND Senate Kills Repeal of Sunday Shopping Law
BISMARCK, N.D. -- The North Dakota Senate has killed a bill to repeal the state's longstanding Sunday business restrictions. The bipartisan measure lifting the state's so-called blue laws failed 22-25. It had narrowly passed the House 48-46 last month.…
Army Corps Finishes Clean-Up of DAPL Protest Camps
MORTON COUNTY, N.D. -- The Army Corps of Engineers has finished cleaning up three Dakota Access pipeline protest camps. The Corps hired a contractor after the main camp and two others were cleared out and shut down late last…
Judge: North Dakota Owes Former Owner of Fargo Horse Betting Business $13 Million
NORTH DAKOTA -- Susan Bala has a big check coming to her from the state of North Dakota. The former owner of a horse betting business is owed $13 million after her conviction for illegal gambling was overturned. A…
Garth Brooks Makes Good on His Promise for One Fargo Couple
FARGO, N.D. -- Superstars and celebrities make promises to their fans all the time. But the legendary Garth Brooks is keeping his word when it comes to a Fargo couple. If it's one thing Siri Freeh knows, it's music.…
West Fargo Police Department Posts Job for New Police Chief
WEST FARGO, N.D. -- The West Fargo Police Department wants to know if you have what it takes to be in charge. The city is looking for a Chief of Police after the commission fired Mike Reitan last month…
Battle Brewing Over State-Owned Casinos in North Dakota
BISMARCK, N.D. -- The chairman of the Three Affiliated Tribes is against a proposal to allow state-owned casinos. Mark Fox told the House Judiciary Committee that casinos provide jobs and revenue for the state's five Indian reservations and nearby…
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