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Minnesota House Ag Committee approves cannabis legalization bill

The measure would make a legal marketplace to grow, buy and sell cannabis with regulations.

February 2, 2023

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ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) — The Minnesota House Agriculture Committee is the sixth to approve the state’s cannabis legalization bill. DFL State Rep. Zack Stephenson of Coon Rapids introduced the House bill last month. It includes traffic safety provisions and an eight percent tax on top of the state’s six and a half percent sales tax. “Minnesotans are ready for…

Minnesota Man Dies In Wells County Snowmobile Crash

January 26, 2023

TJ Nelson,

WELLS CO., N.D. (KVRR) — A Jackson, Minnesota man is dead after crashing his snowmobile in Wells County. The 67-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene early Wednesday evening. The crash happened 10 miles southeast of Bowdon, North Dakota. North Dakota Highway Patrol says there were no witnesses to the crash. The crash is under investigation. Categories: Local News,…

Speaker of the House Plans To Remove Rep. Ilhan Omar and Other Dems From Committees

January 25, 2023

KVRR Staff,

WASHINGTON, D.C. — House Democratic leadership is backing Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar after House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announced plans to remove her from the House Foreign Affairs Committee. The head of the Democratic Caucus is predicting that some Republicans will join him in an effort to keep her there. Omar has upset colleagues in the past with anti-Israel statements. She…

Jeff Wallin unanimously confirmed as Moorhead Fire Chief

January 23, 2023

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MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – Jeff Wallin is named chief of the Moorhead Fire Department. Wallin was nominated by City Manager Dan Mahli and unanimously confirmed by the City Council. Council Member Deb White abstained since her son is engaged to Wallin’s niece. Wallin took over as interim chief since Rich Dysen stepped down in 2021. “I have similarly dedicated my…

Twins deal Luis Arráez to Marlins for SP Pablo López

January 20, 2023

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MINNEAPOLIS (KVRR) – The Twins trade all-star infielder Luis Arráez to the Marlins. The American League batting champion hit 316 in his fourth season in Minnesota. The 25-year-old was dealt to Miami for starting pitcher Pablo López and minor leaguers infielder Jose Salas and outfielder Byron Chourio. Salas was the Marlins’ fifth best prospect according to MLB.com In five seasons…

Sanford Health opens new Pediatric Oncology and Hematology clinic

January 19, 2023

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FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Sanford Health opens a new space for its Pediatric Oncology and Hematology clinic at its downtown location. Patients with blood disorders can now receive care closer to home instead of going to the Twin Cities or Rochester. It’s the only program in the region providing lifesaving treatments to pediatric and young adults. Officials say there’s a…

Minnesota House passes abortion codification bill, now heads to Senate

January 19, 2023

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ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) – The Minnesota House passed a bill to codify abortion access into law on a 69-65 vote. All Republicans and DFL State Rep. Gene Pelowski of Winona voted against the measure. Republican State Representative Deb Kiel of Crookston tried to amend the bill making it illegal to perform a partial birth abortion causing the baby to…

Vikings fire defensive coordinator Ed Donatell

January 19, 2023

KVRR Staff,

EAGAN, Minn. (KVRR) The Minnesota Vikings have fired defensive coordinator Ed Donatell after his first season with the team, Coach Kevin O’Connell announced Thursday evening. In the statement, O’Connell says he informed Donatell the team will be moving in “a different direction at defensive coordinator” next season. “While this was a difficult decision because of the tremendous respect I have for…

Convention center addition to Fargodome, Downtown Moorhead hotel plans announced

January 19, 2023

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FARGO-MOORHEAD (KVRR) – Moorhead’s mayor announces a new downtown hotel and Fargo’s shares a revamp for the Fargodome and adding on a convention center is coming. The news was shared at The Chamber’s State of the Cities event. Mayor Shelly Carlson says architect and developer Kevin Bartram has bought the Moorhead U.S. Bank to turn it into a hotel. Roers…

MSUM honors Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy on social responsibility

January 17, 2023

TJ Nelson,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – One day after the national holiday, Minnesota State University Moorhead commemorates the life and work of Martin Luther King, Jr. The university held an event focused on social responsibility titled “More than a Dream.” It included a reception, invocation, African American spirituals and civil rights music. There was also a panel discussion on social responsibility. “We…