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Armed Man Surrenders After Hours-Long Standoff with Fargo Police

Neal Gerbais, who has lived in Fargo for much of his life, says today was the first time he's ever gotten a Code Red from police for something like this

November 24, 2017

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FARGO, ND — Tense moments for a neighborhood in north Fargo. Police swarmed the area after reports of a man with a gun at an apartment building. It was several hours before Fargo Police were able to de-escalate the situation on the 500 block of Forest Ave. N, but police were able to convince Amar Kovacevic to surrender and they…

One Arrested in Case of Runaway Fargo Teen

Her disappearance wasn't made public until 9 o'clock last night

November 23, 2017

Site Staff,

FARGO, ND — A family has something to be thankful for this year after officers found a teen this afternoon who had been reported missing and one person has been arrested. Police say 13-year-old Carlyse Ditch was reported missing at about 7:30 Wednesday morning. Her disappearance wasn’t made public until 9 o’clock last night. She was last seen by…

UPDATE: Missing Fargo Teen Located in West Fargo

She has not been in contact with family or friends and does not have a cell phone

November 22, 2017

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FARGO, ND — The Fargo Police Department says they have located 13-year-old Carlyse Ditch in West Fargo. We will have more on this story on KVRR Local News at 6 and 9. PREVIOUS STORY The Fargo Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding a missing teen from south Fargo. Carlyse Ditch, 13, was last seen walking home…

Car Vandalism Investigations Ongoing in Fargo and Moorhead

There are no suspects at this time, but police are urging anyone with information to come forward

November 22, 2017

TJ Nelson,

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Police in Moorhead are asking for the public’s help to put a stop to a series of car vandalism cases across the metro. Police received a call around midnight that multiple car windows had been shot out in the 400 Block of Brook Avenue in Moorhead. When police arrived they found that six separate cars had what…

Former Fargo City Commissioner Announces Run for 2018

The 61-year old Williams calls himself a citizens advocate and says he's eager to return

November 22, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — Former Fargo City Commissioner Mike Williams is missing his old job. He announced this morning on KFGO that he will run again for a seat on the commission in 2018. Williams served three consecutive four-year terms on the board and left at the end of June 2016 due to term limits. But the city allows a…

“The Christmas Gift” Fashion Show Helping Local Families this Holiday Season

The Christmas Gift has raised over one million dollars since its start in 1990.

November 21, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — The holidays are all about giving back and spreading holiday cheer. The organization, The Christmas Gift, embodies just that. Each year it raises money to help a struggling family’s holiday dreams come true. The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear and tonight, The Christmas Gift is giving people a chance…

Miss America Raises Money for Charity at Fargo Clothing Store

Bismarck-native Cara Mund stopped by Laurie's clothing in south Fargo to raise money for Children's Miracle Network

November 21, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — The reigning Miss America Cara Mund, a native of Bismarck, stopped in Fargo to raise money for charity. Laurie’s, a fine clothing store in south Fargo, invited the public to a meet–and–greet with Cara. The stored accepted donations and gave 20 percent of their sales to the Children’s Miracle Network. Cara says she feels honored that the…

Police Want to Make Sure the Public Keeps their Firearms Safe at Home

According to the CDC, 19 children are killed or injured every day due to gunshot wounds.

November 21, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — If your family owns firearms, authorities want to make sure you store them safely. This past weekend, a five–year–old boy accidentally shot his three–year–old sister in Deer Creek, Minnesota. According to local authorities, the five–year–old got possession of the family’s .22 caliber rifle. Officers say that keeping guns as secure as possible is only one part of…

Fergus Falls Police Investigate Shooting

Police responded to a disturbance call in the 100 block of South Union around 4:00 a.m. Tuesday morning.

November 21, 2017

Site Staff,

Fergus Falls, MN — One man is hospitalized after an early morning shooting in Fergus Falls. Police responded to a disturbance call in the 100 block of South Union around 4:00 a.m. Tuesday morning. The caller said they heard a disturbance at a neighbor’s apartment followed by possible gunshots. Officers found a victim of a gunshot wound at the local hospital….

MATBUS Offering Low-Cost Transportation for the Holidays

Riders can board any MATBUS for only a quarter each trip

November 20, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — MATBUS is offering a low-cost transportation offer this holiday season. MATBUS Quarter Days will be taking place the Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving, as well as every Saturday in December. Riders can board any MATBUS for only a quarter each trip. They operate 25 fixed routes in the Fargo-Moorhead metro with direct access to West Acres…