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Sen. Mathern Speaks on Heightened Security for Legislators

Mathern opposes the idea that lawmakers need to make themselves less accessible to the public.

June 18, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

North Dakota State Capitol / BismarckFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – North Dakota State Senator Tim Mathern has served in Bismarck since 1986. He says that up until recently, one thing that set this state apart was the level of access it provided citizens to have with their elected representatives. “Most of us list our cell phones, our telephone numbers, our addresses,”…

TSA Hosts Hiring Event in West Fargo

The agency is looking for new officers to staff Hector International.

May 15, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Prospective TSA agents got a chance to fast-track through the hiring process at an event in West Fargo. The agency was recruiting for its Transportation Security Officer position at the Hilton DoubleTree on East Beaton Drive. Applicants filled out the formal application with guidance from officials, then took a proficiency exam and conducted an in-person…

Appointment Bookings Soar as Real ID Deadline Approaches

The North Dakota Department of Transporation says there will be plenty of time after the deadline to get a Real ID, provided you're not planning on travelling by air soon.

April 13, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

Exterior of the Fargo DMV location, operated by the North Dakota Department of Transportation.FARGO, N.D. – You may be surprised to know that 66% of North Dakotans already have a Real ID – because right now, the Department of Transportation is definitely feeling the effects of intensified demand for appointments. “For the last month or so, our offices have been getting…

Border Between U.S. and Canada is Secure, but Officials Stress Vigilance

They say all the tools are there to maintain safety.

February 9, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

PEMBINA, ND (KVRR) – Officials on both sides of this US – Canada border say it is very secure at present, but they’re keen to take proactive steps to keep it that way. To that end – two new black hawk helicopters acquired by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police took to the skies on January 17th. In a news release,…

“He had a knife, in a sheath”: Fargo City Commissioners Concerned About Safety at City Hall

January 23, 2025

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)– Fargo City Commissioners are still reeling from the discovery that an audience member brought a knife with them to Tuesday night’s meeting. City Commissioner Dave Piepkorn describes the emotions he felt at the conclusion of Tuesday’s meeting when he found out somebody had been armed in the audience the entire time. “Commissioner Turnberg sits right next to…

Commissioner Calling for Added Security After Person Brings Knife to Fargo City Hall

January 23, 2025

KVRR Staff,

FARGO (KFGO) – Security changes are likely coming to Fargo City Hall after a person attended Tuesday night’s commission meeting carrying a knife. Commissioner Dave Piepkorn says there have been discussions about tighter security at City Hall in the past, but this incident will likely speed up the process. “What that did is, that precipitated that we need to take…

Red River Valley Fair Security Upgrades Include Metal Detectors and Clear Bags

June 26, 2024

TJ Nelson,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Red River Valley Fair is making some security upgrades for this year’s three-weekend event. Metal detectors will be placed at all gates. A number of items will be banned from the fairgrounds including weapons of any kind, backpacks, lawn chairs, tobacco, umbrellas, coolers and pets. Service animals will be allowed. They are also implementing a…

U.S. House Subcommittee holds special border hearing in Grand Forks

May 29, 2024

Alex Bertsch,

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) – The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security and Enforcement held a field hearing in Grand Forks to hear North Dakota perspectives on border issues. Witnesses testified before the subcommittee about issues surrounding the southern and northern borders, and how they are impacting the state. Rebecca Davis, Executive Director of the Walhalla Area Chamber of…

House Judiciary Subcommittee to Hold Field Hearing in Grand Forks on Border Issues

May 22, 2024

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/FOX) — Senate Democrats plan to force a vote Thursday on new border legislation. The bipartisan Border Security Package negotiated by Republican and Democratic senators is aimed at reducing border crossings, making it tougher for migrants to qualify for asylum and quickly turn away those who fail to meet it. It was defeated once before after former President…

New security measures being implemented at ValleyCon

October 4, 2023

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – While some of these implementations have been there for a while, it’s a good reminder of security and safety at events. ValleyCon announced on Facebook that there will be measures in place to ensure everyone’s safety. “You don’t want anybody to get hurt by anything at an event. It’s for everyone’s safety.” said Tony Tilton, the…