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Anti-ICE Protest at Proposed Data Center on Reports of Vice President’s Arrival

January 12, 2026

Emily Welker,

HARWOOD, N.D. — A dozen or so anti-ICE protestors demonstrated at the site of a planned $3 billion AI data center after multiple reports of ICE enforcement sightings Monday in the metro. That’s after the metro-based activist group said online they were responding to rumors Vice President J.D. Vance had arrived in Fargo and would be touring the data center…

Protests Continue in Moorhead

The action was originally planned to express disapproval over the Trump administration's actions in Venezuela, but took on a different tone after the killing of Renee Good in Minneapolis.

January 10, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – One day after a similar protest took over 24th Avenue South in Moorhead, thousands crowded the Veterans Memorial Bridge linking North Dakota and Minnesota to express their displeasure over the actions of ICE agents in Minneapolis. This protest, hosted by Red River United Indivisible, began around 1:00 P.M. and featured signs mourning the passing of 37-year-old…

Locals protest in Moorhead over recent ICE shooting in Minneapolis

January 9, 2026

Juliana Pelaez,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Many made their way to Moorhead to protest over the recent ICE shooting in Minneapolis that led to one woman’s death. The protest hosted by the Clay County DFL was held at 8th & 24th Ave. South in Moorhead. Many who showed up to protest held signs displaying pictures of Renee Nicole Good, the 37-year-old who…

Former Law Enforcement Officials React To Federal Government's Move To Shut Minnesota Bca Out Of Shooting Investigation

Former law enforcement officials say traditional protocols are not being followed in ICE shooting probe

Both retired officials say they depended on cooperation with federal agencies to investigate sensitive cases and disregarding the resources of the Minnesota BCA is unprecedented

January 8, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Former Fargo Police Department Detective Lieutenant Joel Vettel is no stranger to typical procedure when it comes to how law enforcement handles an officer-involved shooting. “We’ve had protocols in place that are very specific on how we handle these types of situations. They’re proven to work. Deviating from those for any reason – there has to…

Walz: National Guard staged and ready to support law enforcement

January 8, 2026

Alison Voorhees,

Gov. Tim Walz/01-08-26ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) — Governor Tim Walz authorizes the Minnesota National Guard to be staged and ready to support law enforcement, if needed. His office says it’s to help protect critical infrastructure and maintain public safety following the fatal shooting of a woman involving an ICE agent in south Minneapolis Wednesday. The Minnesota State Patrol has mobilized…

Defiant Gov. Tim Walz says he will not resign after deciding against seeking a third term

January 6, 2026

Juliana Pelaez,

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz takes questions from reporters about his decision to not run for a third term. 1/6/26.ST. PAUL (KVRR) — One day after announcing he is no longer running for office, a defiant Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz answered questions about why he’s getting out of the race. Walz told reporters that stepping aside was a decision that he…

Hilton, Minnesota hotel apologize for email canceling immigration agents’ rooms

January 5, 2026

KVRR Staff,

(AP) A Minnesota hotel that wouldn’t allow federal immigration agents to stay there this month is apologizing and saying the refusal violated its own policies. The Department of Homeland Security had accused the global Hilton hotel chain of a “coordinated” effort to refuse service to its employees. Hilton and local operators of the Hampton Inn Lakeville property released statements within…

Cass And Clay County Sheriffs Share They Work Separately From Ice

Local law enforcement clarify their roles when immigration officials are in the area

December 11, 2025

Juliana Pelaez,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Across social media, articles and videos of protests against ICE raids are captured on camera. Local law enforcement officials have been tied up in speculations that they are connected to aiding ICE agents. “I think there’s a lot of, kind of, misinformation out there. So when HSI does come into our area, if they come into…

Somali Community Of Fargo Moorhead Reacts To Administration's Rhetoric

Fargo-Moorhead Somalis React to Administration’s Apparent Targeting

The government, at present, would have little legal ability to detain or deport those of Somali descent, but locals say hateful rhetoric has still raised tensions.

December 4, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – Strong words from President Trump on December 3, alongside his promises to deploy ICE agents specifically to target Somali communities in Minnesota, has left the immigrant community in Moorhead feeling dismayed about the state of political discourse. “People are worried about discrimination. And about being targeted. And how their children will be treated at school,” said…

Fargo Public Works Attempting to Restore Roads to Normalcy

The first snow of the season led to significant ice accumulation throughout the metro.

November 26, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The snow came in with a vengeance on November 25 – dumping 3.1 inches on a Fargo that hadn’t seen any significant accumulation the entire Fall. That, combined with the other weather conditions, made it difficult for city plowers to get to work. “We have to wait for the wind to shut down. Because as long…