Severe Weather Creates Severe Damage for Fergus Falls
FERGUS FALLS, Minn. - Fergus Falls public works crews were out early this morning, working hard to get the city back in shape. The severe thunderstorm that ripped through the region early in the…
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UPDATE: Body of drowning victim recovered in Alexandria
UPDATE: The Douglas County Dive Rescue Team recovered the body of 30-year-old Javier Miguel Castro of Alexandria at approximately 10 a.m. on Sunday, July 5. DOUGLAS COUNTY, Minn. -- The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is looking for the…
Storm causes significant damage to airport and surrounding buildings in Fergus Falls
FERGUS FALLS, Minn.--The Fergus Falls Municipal Airport sustained significant damage due to wind gusts reaching 83 mph. KVRR reports two hangars near the airport are damaged and debris is scattered for nearly half a mile. Bellets Welding & Manufacturing…
Downed power line in Polk County result of hit-and-run
POLK COUNTY, Minn.--The Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating a hit-and-run that downed a power line on Tuesday. The power line was lying across the road at the intersection of County Road 10 and 160th Avenue SE. Upon initial investigation…
House Fire In Barnesville During Thunderstorm
BARNESVILLE, MINN. (KFGO) – Firefighters are on scene battling a house fire in Barnesville, Minnesota in the midst of a severe thunderstorm, reported shortly before 3:30 Wednesday morning. The initial report indicated the house, just east of the Clay County…
Clay County Health Department Debunking False Anti-Mask Information
CLAY COUNTY, Minn. -- As businesses continue to reopen, Clay County Health Department is reminding people you still need to wear masks and social distance. Health experts say false information on social media is leading…
Community Members Discuss How They Came Together To Search For Wheaton Man
WHEATON, Minn.- Monday afternoon, a man's body was discovered in the Mustinka River northeast of Wheaton 19 days after Terry McCoy went missing. Terry McCoy's daughter Carrie McCoy says the support from the Wheaton…
Gov. Walz announces $56.6 million proposal for emergency child care grants
ST. PAUL, Minn.--Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan announced their $56.6 million Coronavirus Relief Fund proposal that will support child care providers on Tuesday. The proposal provides grants to family child care providers, child care centers and eligible…
MN Sets New Standard For Traffic Stops Four Years After Philando Castile Shooting
MINNEAPOLIS -- "I pray that Minnesota can be a model for other states, the whole United States be a model and do these things we all can be better," Valerie Castile said. Philando Castile's…
WATCH LIVE: Department of Public Safety to discuss driver's manual update on motorists with firearms
ST. PAUL, Minn.--The Minnesota Department of Public Safety is holding a news conference at 1:15 p.m. to inform drivers and law enforcement of an update to the driver's manual that covers traffic stops. The update specifically provides information about…
West Fargo man airlifted to hospital after being pulled from Lake Melissa
LAKE VIEW TOWNSHIP, Minn. -- A West Fargo man was rescued and airlifted to a St. Cloud hospital after being pulled from Lake Melissa on Saturday. Becker County Sheriff's Office says 21-year-old Cody Binstock dove off a dock and never…
Fergus Falls Runner Keeps Community Connected Through Virtual Races
FERGUS FALLS, Minn. -- COVID-19 has caused shutdowns of 5Ks, 10Ks, and marathons across the country. Arne Robertson, a runner himself says with a lack of opportunity to race he decided to take a step…
Body Pulled From Lake Carlos After Drowning Report
DOUGLAS CO., Minn. -- Douglas County Sheriff's Office has located the body of a man in Lake Carlos that fits the description of the man who was reported to have drowned on Friday. Douglas County Dive Rescue Team made the…
Borup Teen Dies In Fatal Crash On Highway 32
BORUP, Minn. -- A 19-year-old male from Borup was the lone victim of a fatal car accident just north of Rollag. The accident happened just after 1:00 am on Saturday. A minivan driven by the victim was southbound on Highway…
Horizon Park Volunteers Prepare For 4th Of July Celebration
MOORHEAD, MINN. — A staple of the region is pushing forward as The Moorhead Business Association says it’s going to give it’s biggest fourth of July firework show. Crews were working…
Horizon Park Volunteers Prepare For 4th Of July Celebration
MOORHEAD, MINN. -- A staple of the region is pushing forward as The Moorhead Business Association says it's going to give it's biggest fourth of July firework show. Crews were working all morning to set up the fireworks displays at…
Moorhead Fire Department Offers Safety Tips For Getting Rid Of Fireworks
MOORHEAD, MINN. -- The Moorhead Fire Department is reminding people of how to dispose of fireworks after using them. Fire crews say you should always treat a used firework as if it was still…
What happens if there's rain for Moorhead fireworks?
MOORHEAD, Minn. - Independence Day Firework Shows may be in for a bit of rain. The Moorhead Business Association says that even if it does rain, the show at Horizon Park must go on. Organizers…
Minnesota DNR Talks Boat Safety Ahead Of Fourth Of July
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. - As Detroit Lakes gets ready to celebrate Independence day, the DNR is putting a big priority on alcohol and boat safety. "It's called operation dry water and it's actually…
Alligator sighting in Otter Tail County
NEAR DENT, Minn. - It's quite the sight to see in Otter Tail County. Bonnie Robinson sent us this picture from West McDonald Lake, which is between Dent and Vergas. She tells us foam was swept onshore and it made it…
Fergus Falls Band Teacher Performs Five Part 4th Of July Song All By Himself
FERGUS FALLS, Minn. -- A Fergus Falls band teacher who made national headlines for his creative work is back again with a patriotic salute. Scott Kummrow plays a five part performance of Yankee Doodle…
Community Reacts To Possible Mask Mandate In Minnesota
MOORHEAD, Minn. -- Minnesota could join a growing list of states requiring masks including Texas, California and Michigan as coronavirus cases spike in multiple states. DFL State Senator Kent Eken of Twin Valley says he…
Detroit Lakes Businesses Are Prepared For 4th Of July Influx Of People
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. - Independence Day is always a busy weekend for Detroit Lakes. With COVID-19 however, this year looks a little bit different. The Detroit Lakes Regional Chamber of Commerce says they've been…
LIVE - Celebrating Independence Day around the metro
MOORHEAD, MN - According to Memory Fireworks, fireworks sales are skyrocketing in the metro this morning. With many official 4th of July celebrations canceled due to COVID 19, Memory Fireworks says many customers are…
Granite Falls Man Fights with Police and Lands in Jail
FARGO, N.D. (KFGO) – A Granite Falls, Minnesota man is in the Cass County Jail, arrested around 1:30 a.m. Friday after getting into a fight with Fargo police. Officers on foot patrol saw Justin Bruce, 40, passed out in a…
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