Tragedy At Christmastime: A Family Speaks Out
A family of six from Pelican Rapids is speaking out this morning after losing their father in a terrible accident -- one they're hoping other families can avoid, thanks to their efforts…
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Fire Officials Release Cause of Fargo House Fire
FARGO, ND -- Fargo fire officials say a house fire in north Fargo on Sunday was caused by overheating electrical equipment that came in contact with combustibles. The fire broke out between a mattress and the east wall of…
Devils Lake Authorities Investigating Death in Walmart Parking Lot
DEVILS LAKE, ND -- Police and fire investigators are looking into the death of a person in a car fire in the Devils Lake Walmart parking lot. Fire Chief Jim Moe says he doesn't believe the fire was accidental.…
Communities Honor National Homeless Persons' Memorial Day
FARGO, ND -- The cold weather can be painful, but it can be deadly for the homeless community. People in the metro are honoring those who couldn't win the battle with homelessness. December…
Travelers About to Break Records This Holiday Season
FARGO, N.D. --If you're planning to get out of town for the holidays, there are a few things you should keep in mind. Those traveling this holiday season are about to break records.…
Pet Connection: Meet Murr
Okay, so they don't spell it the same as the Biblical gifts the three wise men gave to baby Jesus -- frankincense, gold and myrrh. But big kitty Murr is a treasure in…
Barnesville Woman Hurt After Crash with NDHP Squad Car on I-94
WEST FARGO, ND -- A Barnesville woman was hurt after hitting a North Dakota Trooper squad car on I-94 near West Fargo. The patrol says the trooper was parked on the median shoulder of the westbound lane at the scene…
West Fargo Man Arrested After Short Police Pursuit Near Jamestown
STUTSMAN COUNTY, ND -- A West Fargo man is facing charges after he allegedly tried to ram a state trooper vehicle during a short pursuit near Jamestown. Levi Thene, 29, is charged with reckless endangerment, carrying a concealed weapon…
Fargo Police Chief Takes Stance on Gun Control, Domestic Violence
FARGO, N.D. -- Fargo Police Chief David Todd took a stance on domestic violence and gun control in a New York Times video piece. In the three and a half minute video, Todd says…
Roads Should Be Clear When Traveling this Holiday Season
FARGO, N.D. -- If you plan on traveling for the holidays tonight or tomorrow, Fargo Public Works officials say they've got you covered. Some people say thinking about Fargo winters makes them cringe.…
Breckenridge Man Sentenced in West Fargo Standoff
CASS COUNTY, ND -- A judge has sentenced a Breckenridge man to 20 years in prison for firing shots at police during a standoff at a West Fargo motel. Jan Wangstad, 39, was found guilty of attempted murder. Police, Cass…
Bennett Elementary: Socksgiving Event a Success!
FARGO, ND -- A fifth grade class project is helping the area homeless shelters provide their guests with new socks for the holidays. Students in Mrs. Johnson's fifth grade class at Bennett Elementary…
Madison Elementary Third Graders Create Blankets for Children in Hospital
FARGO, N.D. -- Third graders at Madison Elementary in Fargo are trying to spread some holiday cheer for kids in the hospital. They made cozy, fleece tie-blankets to give to children at Ronald McDonald…
Courtyard by Marriott Building $15 Million Hotel Near New Sanford Hospital
FARGO, ND -- Construction is underway on a $15 million Courtyard by Marriott west of Sanford's new $500-million hospital in Fargo. Sanford donated the land for the 110-room, four-story hotel. Brandt Hospitality Group of Fargo will be an operating…
Plan on Traveling for the Holidays? Fargo Public Works Has You Covered
FARGO, ND -- If you plan on traveling for the holidays tonight or tomorrow, Fargo Public Works officials say they've got you covered. Employees at Public Works have been monitoring the roads…
$15 Million Dollar Hotel To Be Built Next to Sanford Hospital
FARGO (KFGO) - Construction is underway on a 110-room Courtyard by Marriott west of Sanford's new $500-million hospital in Fargo. Brandt Hospitality Group of Fargo will be an operating partner. Sanford donated the land for the $15-million, four-story hotel. The…
The Salvation Army Distributes Christmas Food Boxes to Those in Need
Around 500 families received a box full of food to celebrate Christmas thanks to The Salvation Army. The boxes included items like ham or chicken, mashed potatoes, milk, bread, and cake mix. Volunteers from Walmart, Luther Family Ford, and people…
Former Fargo Priest Accused of Molesting Two Teens Makes First Court Appearance
FARGO, N.D. -- Fernando Sayasaya, the former Fargo Catholic priest accused of molesting two underage boys, made his initial court appearance. Over the course of 19 years, it took the Fargo and West Fargo…
Cass County Sheriff Paul Laney Endorses Jahner Campaign for Sheriff
CASS COUNTY, ND -- Sergeant Jesse Jahner of Cass County Sheriff's Office announced that he will be running for sheriff in the upcoming election. Jahner has been employed by the sheriff's office for…
ND Dept. of Health Provides More Than 1,200 Homes with Radon Testing Kits
FARGO, N.D. -- Fargo Cass Public Health teamed up with the North Dakota Department of Health Division of Air Quality to hand out free residential radon testing kits. Ever since a Casselton woman died…
Hornbacher's and Cloverdale Foods Donate to Hungry Families for the Holidays
FARGO, ND -- People in need throughout Fargo will be enjoying a Christmas ham thanks to Hornbacher's and Cloverdale Foods. The two companies donated more than 700 hams to be distributed within Fargo…
Minot, Velva Women Accused of Embezzling from Employers
MINOT, ND -- Two women are accused of ripping off their employers in Minot. Brittany Haynes, 27, of Minot, allegedly stole about $8,700 from TJ Maxx, through a scheme involving fraudulent returns. Thirty-three-year-old Danielle Cooper of Velva is accused…
Fargo City Commission Votes Against Reforming City's Election Process
FARGO, ND -- Fargo City Commission voted 3-2 against putting a measure on the June ballot to reform the city's election process. The changes would have involved increasing the size of the city commission from five to seven, switching…
Five Million Dollar Bail for Former Fargo Priest Accused of Molestation
FARGO, N.D. (AP) _ A judge has set bail at $5 million cash for a Catholic priest accused of molesting two boys in North Dakota in the 1990s. Fernando Laude Sayasaya appeared in court on Tuesday via video from the…
Golden Drive Homeless Kids Helping Make the Seasons Bright for Area Families
WEST FARGO, ND -- For struggling families, the holiday season can be tough, but one local organization is trying to help make the season look bright. "It's hard to put into words. It's…
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