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North Dakota Democrats field more challengers for legislative seats

BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — North Dakota’s Democratic-NPL Party is seeing an uptick in legislative candidates, and leaders report higher interest from members wanting to attend the party’s state convention. But other than three candidates for North Dakota’s sole…

USDA announces $150 million in assistance for sugar producers

WASHINGTON, D.C. (KVRR) -- Some relief is on the way for sugar producers. USDA has announced the availability of $150 million of assistance. Sugar beet and sugar cane farmers across the country are facing market disruptions, increased production costs and…

Winterslam Breaks Attendance Record for Third Year Running

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - The region's biggest annual wrestling show returned to West Fargo, and this time, they were also raising money for a good cause. Winterslam, put on by Below Zero Wrestling, took place at the Butler Machinery…

Vietnamese Lunar New Year Celebrated at Fargo Air Museum

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - A first-of-its kind celebration in Fargo gave everyone a chance to experience Vietnamese culture at a pivotal time in the calendar. February 17 was Tet, or the Vietnamese Lunar New Year. This Saturday, the Vietnamese American…

Benefit Held for Mark Liljequist

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - The local community came out en masse this weekend for a benefit for a man with a terminal medical diagnosis at one of his favorite places. The benefit for Mark Liljequist took place on Saturday at…

Inaugural Indigenous Film Festival

FARGO -- It's a culture with a rich tradition of oral storytelling. And they're looking for local filmmakers to bring their stories to the silver screen, here in the metro. Organizers are putting…

Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s sweeping tariffs

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's far-reaching global tariffs on Friday, handing him a significant loss on an issue crucial to his economic agenda. The 6-3 decision centers on tariffs imposed under an emergency powers…

Pet Connection: Meet Babka and Snowflake

FARGO -- If you've ever had a newborn in your life, you probably remember just how much work they can be. The long, sleepless nights, the frequent crying, the feedings every couple of hours. And…

Animal cruelty charge filed after puppies found dead in Hankinson

HANKINSON, N.D. (KVRR-KFGO) – A Hankinson man is facing a felony animal cruelty charge after several puppies and dogs were exposed to extreme cold conditions. According to court documents, the Richland County Sheriff’s Office has taken calls from concerned neighbors…

NDSU Launches Center for Banking and Finance

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - North Dakota State University has added a new academic center to its campus in order to expand opportunities for students in the world of banking. Faculty and industry leaders gathered at the College of Business today…

Former Cass County deputy pleads guilty to assaulting inmate

FARGO (KVRR-KFGO) – A former Cass County Sheriff’s Office Correctional Deputy has pleaded guilty to assaulting an inmate at the Cass County Jail. Andrew Robinson was initially placed on administrative leave, but later fired after an investigation by the North…

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