Fake ID operation busted in Fargo
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - A large fake ID operation was busted by police in Fargo this month. 19-year-old Blaise Bitz of Fargo, a student at NDSU, was arrested for selling over 500 fake IDs and…
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Year-Round Higher Blend of Ethanol Approved in 8 Midwestern States
DES MOINES, Iowa (KVRR/AP) -- Drivers in eight Midwestern states will be able to fuel up with a higher blend of ethanol throughout the year under a rule announced by the E-P-A. It takes effect in April 2025 in Minnesota,…
Sen. Kevin Cramer Is Running for a Second Term
BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR/AP) — Sen. Kevin Cramer is seeking reelection. In a video released Thursday, the first-term Republican senator announced his plans. He was first elected in 2018 in a closely watched race against then-Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, the last Democrat to…
NDSU Student Who Made $40,000 Selling Fake IDs Arrested in Fargo
FARGO (KFGO) – A Fargo teen has been arrested for selling counterfeit identification cards to minors. Police say they began investigating the case in September 2023. They obtained several warrants and determined that 19-year-old Blaise Bitz sold more than 500…
Man Has Medical Emergency And Crashes in Grand Forks, Dies at Altru
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) -- A man is found unresponsive after crashing into a light pole on Washington Street and 13th Avenue South in Grand Forks. First responders were on scene shortly after the crash around 10 a.m. and started…
Fargo Public Schools using fetal development video from anti-abortion group
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP/KVRR) — Baby Olivia isn't a real baby. It's an animated fetus that develops over the course of a three-minute video that has become a new front in state-level abortion politics.…
Fire damages home near Chaffee, North Dakota, three people escape
CASS COUNTY N.D. (KVRR-KFGO) – A home near Chaffee, North Dakota was heavily damaged by fire early Thursday. Chaffee is about 15 miles southwest of Casselton. Casselton Assistant Fire Chief Adrian Kieffer says firefighters responded to a report of a…
Milwaukee Expert Holds Conversation on Ending Homelessness at Fargo City Hall
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- A man who played a pivotal role in leading Milwaukee to a 45% reduction in overall homelessness is bringing his ideas to the metro. James Mathy, Milwaukee County Housing Administrator, gave…
Essentia Health is offering two new cancer support groups
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - Essentia Health is offering two new support groups for patients and caregivers of all types of cancer beginning in March. This is a 10-week group and there is no cost. One…
Local experts weigh in on the importance of cybersecurity
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - Cybersecurity continues to be a pressing matter in the U.S. as people's data and personal information is always at risk for someone trying to steal it. And it can impact anyone.…
Former Tax Preparer With Clients in Fargo Area Pleads Guilty To Filing False Returns
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- A former tax return preparer who had clients in North Dakota has pleaded guilty to five counts of preparing false tax returns. Joseph Korha of Minneapolis worked as a tax return preparer for a business in…
Watch: Getting the F-M Metro Raptor-Ready
FARGO (KVRR) - They're some of the most beautiful and beloved birds in North Dakota and Minnesota. But the raptors of our region are in trouble, and they need our help. A group of…
President Biden Approves Disaster Declaration for Christmas Ice Storm in N.D.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KVRR) -- President Joe Biden has approved Gov. Doug Burgum's request for a presidential major disaster declaration. It covers over $11.5 million in damage from the Christmas holiday ice storm. The disaster declaration was approved for 13 counties…
Gov. Burgum Backs His Lt. Gov. in Race for Governor
BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) -- Gov. Doug Burgum is throwing his support behind Tammy Miller for governor. It's probably no surprise since he handpicked Miller to become lieutenant governor in January 2023 when Brent Sanford left the office for the private…
Fargo Fire Department releases 2023 report
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - Fargo Fire Department released its 2023 report, showcasing the highs and lows for the past year. One of their biggest goals for 2024 is to lower response times, and with…
City of Fargo brings in outside help to address homelessness issue
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - Homelessness has been a long standing issue for the community here in Fargo, as numerous people face the cold, an unstable housing situation and other problems. The city of Fargo is…
Speakers Call For Cease-Fire Between Israel and Hamas at Fargo City Commission
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- A number of people took to the podium during Fargo City Commission's Resident Comments section to encourage the commission to call for a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas. Fargo Human Rights Commission passed such a resolution…
New Details After Woman Tries To Run People Down at Fargo Bar and Restaurant
FARGO (KVRR-KFGO) – Court records show that a woman accused of running down three people with her car outside a south Fargo restaurant and bar was involved in arguments inside and outside the business prior to the incident.According to witnesses,…
Ludacris Is Bringing The Hip-Hop To Red River Valley Fair This Summer
WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- Red River Valley Fair is continuing to broaden its grandstand entertainment offerings this year and they have landed another big name. Rapper and actor Ludacris will take the stage on Saturday, July 6. Tickets for…
Fargo City Commissioner John Strand To Seek Third and Final Term
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) -- Fargo City Commissioner John Strand is seeking a third term. Strand says he tries to be a voice for the people who aren't represented, and that's why he's seeking another term. Due to term limits, it…
Mapleton, North Dakota mayor arrested, charged in crash that seriously injured passenger
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (KVRR) - The mayor of Mapleton, North Dakota has been arrested following a crash that severely injured a passenger in a truck he was driving on Sunday near Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Thirty-five-year-old Andrew Draeger is charged with…
Driver Faces DUI, Other Charges After Wrong Way Chase Down I-29
CASS COUNTY, N.D. (KVRR) -- Authorities had to use a PIT maneuver to stop a driver going the wrong way on I-29 around 11 o'clock Monday night. They were able to stop 30-year-old Trevor Christensen of Dilworth about two miles…
Grand Forks Public Schools investigating dirty hit at HS boys basketball game
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - An investigation is underway by Grand Forks Public Schools into a physical altercation that happened at a basketball game between Red River High School and Shanley High School. The game was…
Fargo Woman Accused of Attempted Murder For Running People Down
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) -- A Fargo woman is in the Cass County Jail for attempted murder after reportedly running down multiple people with her car Sunday morning. 24-year-old Princess Gweh was arrested on charges of attempted murder, reckless endangerment, and…
Hockey Teams From Near And Far Attend 40th Squirt International Tournament
WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- The 40th annual Squirt International Hockey Tournament brought in teams from across the country this weekend. West Fargo Sports Arena hosted teams from the region and far away as…
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