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Vikings tight end, Hawley native Ben Ellefson retires

EAGAN, Minn. (FOX) - Vikings tight end Ben Ellefson has retired from playing in the NFL. The Hawley, Minnesota, native announced his decision via his Instagram account on Thursday. "Thank you football for the people you've brought into my life…

Gov. Walz signs largest infrastructure bill in state history

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) -- Governor Tim Walz signs a $2.6 billion infrastructure bill into law. It's the largest one in state history. The money will to repairing roads and bridges, creating jobs, and investing in infrastructure across Minnesota. Over…

Train derailment cleanup continues near Lancaster, Minnesota

LANCASTER, Minn. (KVRR) - Officials say a train carrying hazardous materials derailed near Lancaster, Minnesota Wednesday. There were no injuries reported, and no immediate signs of leaks but the derailment forced Highway 59 to close. Officials say the site work…

LIVE: Pride of the Prairie Zoo Exhibit Opens

FARGO -- The newest jewel in the crown of the Red River Zoo is open after years of planning and effort. The new "Pride of the Prairie" exhibit is officially open to the public.…

Accused ruby slippers thief pleads not guilty

DULUTH, Minn. (KVRR-KFGO) – Terry Jon Martin, the man accused of stealing a pair of the iconic ruby red slippers worn by Judy Garland in The Wizard of Oz, made his first appearance in federal court Thursday morning and pled…

Pet Connection: Be Like Mike

  There's a lot to like about Mike. He's a laid-back cat just waiting for a home at Homeward Animal Shelter. He came to them from the pound. They think he's about three years…

Restored Phelps Mill reopens in Otter Tail County

OTTER TAIL COUNTY, Minn. (KVRR) -- The Phelps Mill is finally back open, and just in time for the upcoming festival. This mill was closed while they worked to restore the foundation, which had been eroded over the years. "Yeah,…

ATF clarifies if cannabis users are allowed to possess guns

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- With Governor Walz signing the historic bill legalizing recreational marijuana on August 1st, cannabis users are getting ready across the state. However, if marijuana users plan on possessing a gun or ammunition, they might want to…

Train derails in Kittson County, Minnesota

KITTSON COUNTY, Minn. (KVRR) -- There is a trail derailment in Kittson County in northwestern Minnesota. Highway 59 is closed between Lancaster and Lake Bronson. According to the Minnesota Department of Transportation, there is a detour in place for traffic.…

State Radio is seeing major spike in 911 hang-ups

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) -- State Radio is North Dakota is seeing a major spike in 911 hang-ups or misdials over the past year. This is something being reported by dispatch centers across the country. State Radio had more than 1,600…

Second suspect arrested in James Moore shooting death

FARGO (KVRR-KFGO) - A second man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 16-year-old James Moore in Fargo on May 22. Assistant Cass County State's Attorney Ryan Younggren confirmed that 19-year-old Fabian Scott of West Fargo was…

One In Custody After High-Risk SWAT Search Warrant

WEST FARGO (KVRR/KFGO) – The Red River Valley SWAT team conducted a high-risk search warrant Tuesday night in West Fargo. SWAT moved in around 8 p.m. near the 200 block of 9 1/2 Avenue West. They used a flash-bang stun…

Cannabis law attorney speaks on new Minnesota law

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) -- Minnesota Governor Tim Walz makes it official by signing a bill to legalize recreational marijuana for adults 21 and older. "The adult use marijuana market is gonna create hundreds if…