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No injuries in shop fire near Hitterdal

HITTERDAL, Minn. (KVRR) - Firefighters from four communities battled a fire at a vacant shop building near Hitterdal Thursday. Clay County Sheriff Mark Empting says there no injuries. The fire was reported around 1:40 p.m. There's no word on the…

Fargo's iconic Hotel Donaldson for sale

FARGO (KVRR) - How would you like to own a luxury hotel, two restaurants, rooftop bar and lounge and wine cellar in the heart of downtown Fargo? For nearly $4 million, the Hotel Donaldson could be yours. The iconic spot which was…

Biden hits Russia with new sanctions

WASHINGTON (AP) - President Joe Biden has announced a new round of sanctions targeting Russia after its invasion of Ukraine, charging that Russia’s Vladimir Putin “chose this war” and his country will bear the consequences. The sanctions target Russian banks,…

Fargo fire victim identified

FARGO (KVRR-KFGO) - A woman who died in a Sunday night apartment fire has been identified. The body of 59-year-old Kay Hultman was discovered in the apartment where the blaze started. The fire, at the Birchwood Apartments at 1843 13…

New NDSU President to be paid $420,000 per year

FARGO (KVRR-KCND) - The new President of NDSU will be paid $420,000 per year. Dr. David Cook will start in June. Cook has been vice chancellor for the Office of Public Affairs and Economic Development at the University of Kansas.…

Police seize 290 pounds of cocaine in Carrington

CARRINGTON, N.D. (KVRR) - Police in Carrington, North Dakota arrested a man after officers found approximately 290 pounds of cocaine. Police say the cocaine was seized on Feb. 18.  The estimated street value is approximately $5 million. According to…

Russia's Putin announces military operation in Ukraine

MOSCOW (AP) - Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a military operation in Ukraine, claiming it’s intended to protect civilians. In a televised address early Thursday, Putin said the action comes in response to threats coming from Ukraine. He added…

Two local chefs named James Beard Award semifinalists

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- Two local chefs are up for top honors in the culinary world. Rosewild chef Austin Covert is a semifinalist for a 2022 James Beard Award. He's up for an award under the category of "Outstanding…

Grand Forks Police Address Alleged Abduction Rumors

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) -- Police in Grand Forks are addressing a rumor going around about an alleged abduction attempt by a Hispanic woman in a white van with men inside. Police say surveillance cameras confirmed the various descriptions, but…

University of Kansas' Cook named NDSU President

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- Students and faculty gather around North Dakota State University's Memorial Hall to find out who will be the next president of the university. After interviewing 47 candidates and several…

Proposed Casselton soybean crushing plant on hold

FARGO (KVRR-KFGO) - Cass County commissioners decided to delay a vote about whether to approve a 15-year tax break for a proposed soybean processing plant just west of Casselton after complaints from local residents during a public hearing. Prior to…

Second teen charged in probe that led to Amir Locke's death

MINNEAPOLIS - A second teen has been arrested in the homicide investigation that led police to the Minneapolis apartment where a SWAT team officer fatally shot Amir Locke while executing a search warrant. A 16-year-old boy is charged in Ramsey…

UPDATE: I-29 & I-94 Both Open, No Travel Advised

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR Update 8:30pm 02/22/22) -- The continued storm has led to a number of flight cancellations at Fargo's Hector International Airport. As far as the roads, both I-29 and I-94 are back open but no travel is advised…

UPDATE: Missing Moorhead Woman Located and is Safe

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR Update 03/09/22) -- Moorhead Police: Hassan is no longer considered a missing person. She was located and was safe. Thank you for your concern. **Original Story Below** Police in Moorhead are asking the public for help in…

Altru's President Is Out Days Before New CEO Starts

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) -- There is a sudden leadership shakeup at Altru Health System in Grand Forks. Dr. Steven Weiser who has served as Altru's President is out. Karen Thingelstad, chair of Altru's Board of Directors says, quote, "This…