FILE – This image provided by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for Minnesota, shows cash from a bag that was left at the home of a juror in a massive fraud case, June 2, 2024, outside Minneapolis, Minn. (U.S. Attorney’s Office for Minnesota via AP, File)MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A new court document details what federal prosecutors in Minnesota say was a…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — North Dakota Raise for Rescues is once again raising funds at a time when many rescues are struggling to keep the doors open. It was started by Central Dakota Humane Society during the pandemic with twenty rescues and shelters across the state. Fifty percent of the proceeds goes to the shelter of the person’s choosing while…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — In the past few years, audiences have started returning to movie theaters in droves, even in this digital age of streaming. KVRR’s TJ Nelson talked with the CEO of Marcus Theaters to get the pulse of the industry. “Hi. I’m Greg Marcus and I want to welcome you to Marcus Theatres.” If you’ve watched a movie at…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A jury convicted five Minnesota residents but acquitted two others on Friday for their roles in a scheme to steal more than $40 million that was supposed to feed children during the coronavirus pandemic. The case received widespread attention after someone tried to bribe a juror with a bag of $120,000 in cash. That juror was dismissed…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Some say the state of the economy has been unsteady since the pandemic has hit. Even though it happened a few years ago, its economic impacts are still being felt. “Now, just now, we are seeing the results of the pandemic and of course it has caused a lot of closings overtime, but unemployment rate is…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Canada is getting rid of pandemic-related border restrictions that have been in place for two and a half years. Canadian officials say they are removing all COVID-19 travel restrictions starting October 1. That includes testing, quarantine, and isolation requirements for people entering Canada. A transportation official says travelers will also no longer be required to undergo…
MINNEAPOLIS (KVRR) — The founder of Feeding Our Future and 46 others have been charged in what federal officials are calling the largest pandemic fraud in the country. U.S. Attorney Andrew Luger of Minnesota announced charges against founder Aimee Bock and others that include conspiracy, wire fraud, money laundering, and bribery. Authorities allege the massive fraud scheme took at least…
BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR/AP) — North Dakota keeps showing signs of economic growth. Taxable sales and purchases for the first quarter of 2022 were up 13.2% compared to the same period last year. State Tax Commissioner Brian Kroshus reports all of the 15 major industry sectors reported increases over the first quarter of 2021. He says it’s the fourth consecutive quarter…
The White HouseTHE WHITE HOUSE (KVRR/AP) — President Joe Biden signs legislation meant to lower the cost of shipping goods across oceans. It’s a move the White House says will help ease logistical costs for retailers that have remained high since the start of the pandemic and helped fuel record inflation. The Ocean Shipping Reform Act empowers the Federal Maritime…
ST. PAUL (KVRR) — Frontline workers in Minnesota can start applying for bonus pay starting Wednesday. Gov. Tim Walz signed the Frontline Worker Pay bill into law in late April to thank Minnesotans who worked on the frontlines during the pandemic. Those eligible must have been employed at least 120 hours in one frontline sector or more between March 15,…
