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Fire extinguished at J.R. Simplot in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, N.D. - Crews put out a fire at J.R. Simplot company in Grand Forks. Firefighters were sent around 3:45 Wednesday afternoon to the factory on Gateway Drive. The fire department says flames were smoldering inside a freezer wall…

Grafton Police Warn of Ransom Scam

GRAFTON, N.D.--The Grafton Police Department issued a warning about scammers claiming to have kidnapped children and grandchildren in order to get money. Police describe the scammer as a man with a Hispanic accent who is immediately aggressive and demanding. This…

Burgum Announces Career Expo to Address Workforce Shortage

GRAND FORKS, N.D.--Gov. Doug Burgum announced a multi-industry career expo aimed at addressing the state's workforce shortage during his State of the State address on Wednesday. The expo, known as Dakota Strike, is an opportunity for students in grades 7…

Fargo Leaders Consider Lifting Ban on Home Sales of Guns

FARGO, N.D.--City leaders in Fargo are considering a change to an ordinance that restricts selling firearms and ammunition from home. City Commissioner Tony Gehring says the state has no restrictions on it and if there is no good reason for…

ND lawmaker, taskforce look to end human trafficking

FARGO, N.D. -- State Rep. Ruth Buffalo of Fargo introduced six pieces of legislature last year to help combat and train against human trafficking in North Dakota. With more publicity about trafficking in recent years…

People get a taste of Scandinavia at NDSU

FARGO, N.D. - NDSU's 44th Annual Scandanavian Buffet was a another big hit. Hungry people of all ages lined up for a buffet of lefse, lutefisk, rommegrot, and many more authentic Scandinavian dishes. It…

Elim Rehab and Care Center Recovering from Fire

FARGO, N.D.--Staff and residents at Elim Rehab and Care Center in Fargo are recovering from the fire that ravaged the building on January 23. Officials at the center released an update on Tuesday regarding the whereabouts of the residents and…

Update: Victim In Northwood Shooting Identified

GRAND FORKS COUNTY, ND -- 32 year old Samantha Wilson made her first appearance in court in the shooting death of 15 year old Jonah Borth of Grand Forks. According to the Grand Forks Sheriff's Department, 3 other people were…

Another Delay in Proceedings for Man Accused of Killing 4

MANDAN, N.D.--There's another delay in proceedings for a man accused of killing four people at a Mandan business last year. A hearing on defense motions to suppress evidence and change the venue of the trial for Chad Isaak has been…

Winter Comparison to Past Flood Years

As we near the end of January much of the region has a substantial snow pack. In Fargo the snow depth is at 16 inches which is much more than the 7 inches we had last year at this time.…

Experts educate community on spring flood preparedness

FARGO, N.D. -- According to the National Centers for Environmental Information, North Dakota and Minnesota had their wettest year on record in 2019. Heavy rain and quick snowmelt can increase chances of flooding. But…

Body found in Fargo

FARGO, N.D. - A body has been found in the parking lot of Accent Kitchen and Bath on the 3100 block of Main Avenue Monday afternoon. Police are investigating the incident as an…

JANUARY FLOOD OUTLOOK

...RED RIVER BASIN OUTLOOK FOR RIVER FLOOD POTENTIAL... FROM THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE This outlook covers the Red River of the North and its Minnesota and North Dakota tributaries. ...HIGH RISK OF MAJOR FLOODING THIS SPRING ALONG THE MAINSTEM RED…

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