NDSU investigating decals at Minard Hall
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - An investigation is underway after decals that reference a "hate group" were found at North Dakota State University. According to an email sent to employees, NDSU received a report at…
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Burgum appoints 4th state health officer since start of pandemic
BISMARCK, N.D. - Gov. Doug Burgum has appointed his fourth state health officer since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Dr. Nizar Wehbi is the deputy director of the Center for Health Policy and assistant professor at the University of…
Phase 1C groups encouraged to share contact info with Fargo Cass Public Health
FARGO (KVRR) - In preparation for a transition to Phase 1C priority groups to COVID-19 vaccine clinics, Fargo Cass Public Health is encouraging residents in Phase 1C to complete the COVID-19 Vaccine Phase 1C Contact Form. Phase 1C includes an estimated…
Constitutional amendment would eliminate North Dakota property taxes
BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR/KCND) - A Bismarck lawmaker has introduced a state Constitutional amendment that would eliminate local property taxes. Republican Rep. Rick Becker told the House Judiciary Committee the state would take over funding for schools, parks, police, firefighters and…
North Dakota campaign urges younger adults to get vaccinated
FARGO - Older residents and health care workers have kick-started the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in North Dakota. But many health officials worry that turning out younger and healthier adults will be a more difficult chore. The state has started soft…
Activists speak up ahead of Chauvin's trial
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- Ahead of the start of Derek Chauvin's trial, activists throughout the FM metro are seeking justice. "Today is a message of solidarity for the families of victims of police brutality, specifically…
Fire destroys house in rural Wahpeton
WAHPETON, N.D. (KVRR) -- Fire destroys a house northwest of Wahpeton. Crews were called to 17905 County Road 10 Southeast around 6:30 Saturday night. Departments from Dwight, Wahpeton, Breckenridge and Mooreton responded. They worked for about three hours on scene.…
Change of Command for the 119th Wing
FARGO, N.D. -- North Dakota Air National Guard’s 119th Wing based in Fargo has a new commander. Col. Mitch Johnson officially took over command of the unit known as the “Happy Hooligans” during a ceremony held at the base…
Red River Valley Sportsmen's Show gets people ready for summer
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- The Fargo Dome is giving people in the community a taste of the outdoors. The Red River Valley Sportsmen's Show is in full swing and giving people the opportunity to shop…
North Dakota National Guard honors airmen with award ceremony
FARGO. N.D. (KVRR) -- The 119th Wing of the North Dakota Air National Guard is recognizing airmen for going above and beyond in the line of duty. "The incredible work that our soldiers and…
North Dakota law enforcement to end aid across Minnesota state line
NORTH DAKOTA, MINNESOTA (KVRR) -- Fargo, West Fargo and Cass County law enforcement officers are halting their aid across the Minnesota border. A change in a new Minnesota law that took effect Monday, March 1st…
Local church hosts pop-up food pantry for community
WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- "The safety of students and staff is our primary concern so we have in place the safety mitigation guidelines that our state is requiring us to follow. The Lutheran…
Burgum says harassment 'unacceptable' following expulsion of Simons
BISMARCK (KVRR) - Gov. Doug Burgum's office has issued a statement regarding the ouster of Republican Rep. Luke Simons. "Harassment of any kind is unacceptable in the workplace" Burgum said, in response to a question about the expulsion from KVRR…
Fargo attorney says jury selection has 'paramount importance' for Chauvin trial
FARGO (KVRR) - The Minnesota Court of Appeals Friday ordered a third-degree murder charge against former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin to be reconsidered. The order sets up a potential delay in the trial, which…
Fargo residents could be appointed to city's liquor control board
FARGO (KVRR/KFGO) - Changes could be in the works for the operation of the Fargo Liquor Control Board. City Commissioner Dave Piepkorn says he has been working with the city attorney's office on revisions to an ordinance that would change…
LIVE: Red River Sportsmen's Show
The ice is melting fast throughout the region, and the boats and grills are disappearing just as fast. That's the word from organizers at the Red River Sportsmen's Show, who say some of the boat…
Police: Suspects made false robbery report to divert police from drug investigation
WATERTOWN, S.D. (KVRR/KWAT) - Three people from Detroit Lakes, Minn. were arrested after police received a false report of an armed robbery in Watertown, S.D. Watertown Police say officers responded to a report of possible drug activity in a parking…
Metro area school districts launch pilot program to target food insecurity, waste
WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- A pilot program at Fargo, West Fargo and Moorhead Public Schools aims to eliminate food waste by making sure no student goes hungry. “In the pandemic especially, we have realized…
UND Fans Are Thrilled With The Start of their Football Team's Season
GRAND FORKS, N.D. -- UND football is making some noise early on in the season and hope to keep the momentum alive. As the Fighting Hawks duel with South Dakota Thursday night, there's plenty…
KVRR'S Rob Kupec Featured In "The Good Life"
FARGO, N.D. -- If you're looking for a little light reading this weekend, why not pick up the latest copy of The Good Life Men's Magazine. Inside you'll find a profile on our very own Chief Meteorologist Rob Kupec in…
Casselton Finds New Spot For Law Enforcement Center
CASSELTON, N.D. -- Leaders in Casselton find a new spot for their law enforcement center. It will take up a part of a commercial building being built north of Gordy's Travel Plaza near I-94. The city owns the current building…
Fargo Public Schools To Have Distancing Learning So Staff Can Get Shots
FARGO, N.D. -- Starting today, Fargo Cass Public Health is inviting preschool and K through 12 school workers to vaccine clinics. According to the North Dakota COVID-19 Vaccination Plan, this is the final priority group in Phase 1B. Fargo Public…
Late night test alert mistakenly sent to 7,655 subscribers
FARGO (KVRR) - Cass Fargo Emergency Management has apologized for mistakenly sending a mass notification at around midnight Wednesday. Officials say the message was sent to 55,766 contacts and was delivered to 7,655 contacts before employees realized the error. "At…
KVRR Morning News Special: COVID-19 vaccinations - Finding Answers
We're tackling today some of your top questions about the Covid vaccine program in the Red River Region and beyond, and we couldn't have done it without your help. The Director of Nursing, Fargo…
Sanford Health's "Engage Retreat" aims to support young people impacted by cancer
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- Sanford Health’s First Annual Engage Retreat taking place next week aims to offer support, hope and education to a specific group of people impacted by cancer. Battling cancer isn’t easy for…
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