New scam message targets people in the metro, Cass County Sheriff explains what to do
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- This letter, sent to a recipient, shows that they received a final notice with a court enforcement action for an outstanding…
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Trump reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump's acting attorney general on Thursday signed an order reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug, a major policy shift long sought by advocates who said cannabis should never have been treated like heroin by the…
Millions of Americans may now also be considered Canadian under new law
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Potentially millions of Americans suddenly have a much easier path to Canadian citizenship, prompting a rush of people to explore their ancestry and file paperwork seeking dual citizenship. For people like Zack Loud of Farmington, Minnesota,…
Phone mistaken for gun leads to lockdown at Moorhead Career Academy, one arrested
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) - Moorhead High School's Career Academy was placed on lockdown Thursday for approximately 40 minutes following a report of a possible weapon. Police determined there was no weapon on campus and no threat to student safety. School…
Chamber of Commerce program offers training for tech jobs
FARGO — Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce is looking to give people the opportunity to get training in high-paying, tech-related jobs. "Good Jobs Challenge" is funded by a nearly 10 million dollar grant from the U.S. Economic Development…
Gov. Tim Walz to release 'Good Neighbors,' inspired by ICE surge in Minnesota and the pushback
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is working on a book inspired in part by the massive immigration enforcement surge in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area earlier this year and by the extensive pushback of local residents. “Good Neighbors” will be published next…
Arts Fundraising Takes a Dark Turn
FARGO -- It's been a harbinger of spring for almost three decades in the region, as well as one of the biggest events of the year for the arts community in the metro…
Hornbacher's presents check to Big Brothers Big Sisters as part of 75th anniversary celebration
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- Hornbacher's is celebrating its 75th anniversary by giving back even more to the community. On Tuesday, they presented a check for nearly $40,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters through the annual Bowl for Kids' Sake campaign.…
Local group to join calls for release of MN woman in ICE custody in Texas in need of urgent medical care
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - Local community and faith leaders are joining the call for the release of a Burnsville, Minnesota woman in ICE custody in Texas. Last week, U.S. Rep. Angie Craig called on the Trump administration to release Andrea…
New rifle deer hunting zone approved for eastern parts of Clay County
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) -- Clay County Commissioners unanimously approve an area where hunters can use rifles to hunt deer. It is based on Minnesota DNR deer permit boundaries in areas 666 and 239. Hunters can use rifles from Highway 9…
Registration for Farm in the Dell
MOORHEAD (KVRR) — Registration has now opened to receive a share of Farm in the Dell of the Red River Valley's locally grown produce. For over 10 years, the community supported agriculture program has been offered, giving a chance for…
Sharing the Stage in a History-Making Moment
FARGO -- They're two of the oldest performing arts groups in the metro. And now, they're doing something entirely new: a a joint production of Puccini by the Fargo-Moorhead Opera and the Fargo-Moorhead Symphony. The…
Interior Secretary Burgum defends Trump Administration's approach to energy
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KVRR/NORTH DAKOTA MONITOR) -- Interior Secretary Doug Burgum is defending the Trump administration's approach to energy production. He appeared before a U.S. House Appropriations panel on the administration's $16 billion budget request for the Interior Department for the…
Paisley Park hosts gathering on 10th anniversary of Prince's death
CHANHASSEN, Minn. (KVRR/FOX9/CNN) -- Today marks 10 years since the death of Minnesota music legend Prince, and fans are once again gathering to remember his life and legacy. Paisley Park is hosting a full day and night of memorial events…
Elk River City Council votes to bring back the former Minnesota state flag
ELK RIVER, Minn. (KVRR/FOX9) -- Elk River is the latest Minnesota city to adopt a resolution that would bring back the previous version of the Minnesota state flag outside city-owned buildings. During its Monday city council meeting, they said more…
Carlson to remain in Mn House District 4A race after losing DFL endorsement to Yoney
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) -- Moorhead Mayor Shelly Carlson says she is staying in the race for Minnesota House District 4A and plans to take part in the Democratic primary on August 11. Carlson lost the DFL endorsement over the weekend…
Earth week is here, with clean ups taking place across the Fargo-Moorhead area
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) -- Dozens of cleanups are taking place throughout the week in the metro to celebrate Earth Week. River Keepers, a local non-profit, has partnered with Moorhead, Fargo, and local park districts to provide garbage bags and pickers…
Malachi Shabaiash charged with attempted murder of roommate in Moorhead
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) -- A Moorhead man who trigged a lockdown on Friday in a part of the city makes his first court appearance. 28-year-old Malachi Shabaiash is charged with the attempted murder of his roommate. Court documents reveal…
Community Gardens program expands to Concordia College
FARGO -- It's still not quite warm enough to start breaking ground on the veggie garden for tomato lovers... but there is something that's already growing fast this spring. That's the latest expansion of…
Red Lake Nation strongly opposes action approving mining in Boundary Waters watershed
RED LAKE, Minn. (KVRR) -- Red Lake Nation has issued a statement opposing recent federal action to overturn long-standing protections for the Boundary Waters watershed. Last week, the U.S. Senate voted 50-49 to pass a bill to allow mining in…
Battle Lake home destroyed by fire, family escapes without injuries
BATTLE LAKE, Minn. (KVRR) – Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office says dispatch received a call shortly before noon on Sunday about a deck fire at the home on County Highway 83, northwest of Battle Lake. Two adults and six young…
Concert Celebrates Women in Local Music Scene
DILWORTH, MN (KVRR) - A special concert held this weekend shined the spotlight on women in the Fargo-Moorhead music scene. "Celebrating Women in Music" took place at the TAK Music Venue in Dilworth. Longtime organizer of the event Deb Jenkins…
State Legislators, Local Leaders Call for Bonding Bill to be Passed in 2026
DILWORTH, MN (KVRR) - Minnesota state Senator Rob Kupec gathered local mayors and other officials for a news conference Sunday with the goal of gathering support for a bonding bill. The conference was held at the Dilworth Fire House as…
Moorhead Celebrates Grand Opening of The Loop, New Library
MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) - There was a sense of triumph in the air outside the building on Center Avenue in Moorhead on the morning of April 18. "This…
Hi-Ho Burgers & Brews in Dilworth to close Sunday night after 79 years in business
DILWORTH, Minn. (KVRR) -- After 79 years in Dilworth, Hi-Ho Burgers & Brews tonight is closing its doors. In a social media post, the Cariveau family wrote that after a lot of talks, they decided it was time. They also…
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