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Prosecutor opens trial for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried saying he stole at least $10 billion

(AP Photo/Marry Altaffer)NEW YORK, N.Y. (AP) – A prosecutor opened a fraud trial Wednesday by telling jurors that FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried was on top of the world a year ago, hobnobbing with celebrities, before his historic fraud was exposed, leaving customers and investors without at least $10 billion they thought was secure. A defense lawyer insisted his client didn’t steal from…

Farmers Union moves congressional focus to farm bill

JAMESTOWN, ND (KVRR/North Dakota Farmers Union) – North Dakota Farmers Union (NDFU) members will urge Congress to focus on a new farm bill next week when they join hundreds of family farmers and ranchers on Capitol Hill for the National Farmers Union Legislative Fly-in, Sept. 11-13. The current farm bill, written in 2018, is set to expire Sept. 30. While…

Moorhead K-9 unit to receive national award

MOORHEAD, Minn., (KVRR) – A K9 unit in Moorhead, Minn., is being recognized on the national level this month. Officer Brett Musich and K9 Zeke will receive the National Case of the Year Award in the Patrol Category. This will be presented by the National Police Canine Association. This stems from an incident in Fargo, ND, where shooting suspects fled…

Russia-Ukraine Conflict Has Ties to Bismarck women

NORTH DAKOTA (KVRR) – The Russia Ukraine conflict has ties to two people from Bismarck. According to NATO, Russia is still sending troops to Ukraine despite President Vladamir Putin’s insistence to negotiate a solution to the crisis. The U.S. and NATO believe an invasion is imminent. Ukrainians raised national flags and sang the country’s anthem to mark Unity Day, created…

OneFargo ND hosts Celebration of Unity following election

Election of Biden/Harris gets community talking about the future of the United States

FARGO, N.D.– OneFargo hosts what they’re calling a “celebration of unity” following the election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. Due to rising COVID cases in North Dakota, the event was on Facebook Live and features members of the community. Participants discuss the current political climate, election results, and their thoughts on the country moving forward. Despite the group’s positivity…

Former Fargo Talent Sings National Anthem Before Panthers Steelers Game

Nationally recognized motivational speaker and veteran

PITTSBURGH — Another big moment in the career of a former Fargo man who is a singer, actor, nationally recognized motivational speaker and veteran. Mark Lindquist sang the National Anthem before the Panthers and Steelers game in Pittsburg. Lindquist posted on Facebook that he sang the anthem at Heinz Field for the NFL’s Salute to Service game. He also thanked…

National School Lunch Week: Harwood Elementary Kids Tell Us Why They Love School Meals

Who knew that healthy can also taste delicious?

HARWOOD, N.D. — The West Fargo School System is honoring and celebrating National School Lunch Week. Elementary School lunch is taking kids by surprise. “When I first got here I was like, ‘ew this is disgusting’ because I wasn’t used to full healthy stuff but then now I’m like used to it and I actually like most of it and…

People Celebrating Civically Active Women and Those Running for Office at Nation’s First Nonpartisan 5K

Over 500 people ran in Washington D.C. while people from 25 other states were signed up virtually to run in their home towns

FARGO, N.D. — The country’s first nonpartisan 5K celebrating women getting civically active and running for office is happening nationwide. Those who put together the Courage to Run 5K say democracy is a marathon. Whether you are looking to run a physical race or a political race, you need a focused mindset, heartfelt vision and physical endurance. Over 500 people…

The Fargo Human Relations Commission Chair Welcomes New Members to Bring New Change

The group meets at the Fargo Public Library with members who have different vital roles in the community.

FARGO, N.D. — The Fargo Human Relations Commission is starting off a new year with new members and new ideas. The group meets at the Fargo Public Library with members who have different vital roles in the community. From the Fargo Police Departments community liaison officer, to different city of Fargo employees, to people who have lived in different countries,…

Remembering Ed Schultz: Local Broadcast Legend Who Made it National

From local play–by–play and sports shows to national politics, commentary and his very own prime time show

FARGO, N.D. – After passing away at the age of 64, people are remembering local broadcast legend, Ed Schultz for his unique personality and success. KVRR’s Jessie Cohen joins us live to tell us about his journey from co–workers and people from the community. This radio building off of 25th street in Fargo is where Ed Schultz’s once small broadcast…