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  • We're all faced with challenges in life. They could be temporary roadblocks: like financial trouble or family issues. But some have challenges they have to deal with for a lifetime. One Wyndmere man
    We're all faced with challenges in life. They could be temporary roadblocks: like financial trouble or family issues. But some have challenges they have to deal with for a lifetime. One Wyndmere man
  • Three vacancies on the Board of Higher Education for the State of North Dakota have one soon- to-be-ex-member speaking out about why it's a job he doesn't think he'll miss. Mike Haugen says leadership
    Three vacancies on the Board of Higher Education for the State of North Dakota have one soon- to-be-ex-member speaking out about why it's a job he doesn't think he'll miss. Mike Haugen says leadership
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  • Our windy and dry conditions are be a recipe for a fire disaster if you're not careful outside. One homeowner admits he was a little careless last night when he put out his cigarette in a plastic container.
    Moorhead's Fire Chief says not properly putting out cigarettes one of many fire dangers we need to be careful of this summer.
  • It's sometimes known as a family disease because of who it hurts and affects. But now, for the first time, doctors are ready for human testing of a drug used to prevent Alzheimer's disease. That drug
    A new drug trial was announced as the government launched a new campaign to combat Alzheimer's, and it's offering new hope to families who struggle with the disease each day.
  • For soldiers who put their lives on the line, returning from overseas can go beyond stressful. But one Marine, who is getting ready for his next tour sees it as a chance to raise money for veteran programs.
    For soldiers who put their lives on the line, returning from overseas can go beyond stressful. But one Marine, who is getting ready for his next tour sees it as a chance to raise money for Veteran programs.
  • Several streets will be closed Friday night and Saturday morning for the Fargo Marathon. News release from the City of Fargo FARGO, N.D. (May 16, 2012) – Drivers are urged to allow extra time to reach
    Several streets will be closed Friday night and Saturday morning for the Fargo Marathon.
  • An erratic driver in caused two different accidents in Fargo this afternoon. Police say the driver was going east on 13th Avenue South when he hit a car on 10th Street. Moments later, he hit a second
    SLIDESHOW: An erratic driver in caused two different accidents in Fargo this afternoon.
  • Today, the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) held a commemorative ceremony marking the rehabilitation of the Viking Bridge, located northwest of Portland. Recently, historic panels
    Today, the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) held a commemorative ceremony marking the rehabilitation of the Viking Bridge, located northwest of Portland. Recently, historic panels
  • Officials with U.S. Customs and Border Protection at Pembina say terrorism remains their number one concern. Officials gave us a behind the scenes look at what they're doing to keep the Country
    Officials with U.S. Customs and Border Protection at Pembina say terrorism remains their number one concern. Officials gave us a behind the scenes look at what they're doing to keep the Country
  • It's prom season, and it's for more than just for high schoolers. Jacky Kummar at Rover's Playhouse says, "All these people just love their dogs like their kids. People just go all crazy for it." You
    It's prom season, and it's for more than just for high schoolers. Jacky Kummar at Rover's Playhouse says, "All these people just love their dogs like their kids. People just go all crazy for it." You
  • Sprinklers were set off in the new White House Black Market space at West Acres this morning while it's under construction. West Acres officials tell Valley News Live they are assessing the situation
    A sprinkler was set off in the new White House Black Market space at West Acres this morning while it's under construction. 
  • Runners in this weekends Fargo Marathon will of course want to load up on carbs and energy the night before the big race. The one restaurant in charge of making it all possible and feeding about 2,300
    Runners in this weekends Fargo Marathon will of course want to load up on carbs and energy the night before the big race. The one restaurant in charge of making it all possible and feeding about 2,300
  • Target Corp. is reporting a 1.2% increase in first-quarter profit as the discount chain pulled in more shoppers with its food and trendy fashions. Target says that it earned $697 million, or $1.04 per
    Target Corp. is reporting a 1.2% increase in first-quarter profit as the discount chain pulled in more shoppers with its food and trendy fashions. Target says that it earned $697 million, or $1.04 per
  • A federal judge says a North Dakota man must serve more than eight years in prison on illegal weapons charges. Pertoskie Williams, of Maddock, was charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted
    A federal judge says a North Dakota man must serve more than eight years in prison on illegal weapons charges. Pertoskie Williams, of Maddock, was charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted
  • Two renovation projects totaling nearly $4 million are under way at the North Dakota Capitol building in Bismarck. Capitol Facilities Manager John Boyle says that a $2.8 million exterior project involves
    Two renovation projects totaling nearly $4 million are under way at the North Dakota Capitol building in Bismarck. Capitol Facilities Manager John Boyle says that a $2.8 million exterior project involves
  • The Community of Park River, North Dakota and it's school has dedicated a new, unique, high tech memorial to veterans.   Instead of just a plague on the wall with names, the photos of vets from World
    The Community of Park River, North Dakota and it's school has dedicated a new, unique, high tech memorial to veterans.   Instead of just a plague on the wall with names, the photos of vets from World
  • ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - As the drought recedes and the landscape greens up, the Department of Natural Resources is lifting burning restrictions in more Minnesota counties. Effective Wednesday, state burning
    As the drought recedes and the landscape greens up, the Department of Natural Resources is lifting burning restrictions in more Minnesota counties.
  • A Barnesville woman could face twenty years on each of three arson counts a Clay County jury convicted her on after less than a day's worth of deliberations. Tara Andvik cried into a tissue as the judge
    A Barnesville woman could face twenty years on each of three arson counts a Clay County jury convicted her on after less than a day's worth of deliberations. Tara Andvik cried into a tissue as the judge
  • Moorhead firefighters are logging a busy week after responding to a second home fire in only three days within city limits. Tuesday evening's fire, which happened at a home on 11th St. and 34th Avenue
    Moorhead firefighters are logging a busy week after responding to a second home fire in only three days within city limits. Tuesday evening's fire, which happened at a home on 11th St. and 34th Avenue
  • As part of a rapidly growing Fargo and West Fargo, Veterans Boulevard looks to be increasing to six lanes. 40th Avenue South would also expand. Fargo City leaders unanimously approved the project and
    As part of a rapidly growing Fargo and West Fargo, Veterans Boulevard looks to be increasing to six lanes. 40th Avenue South would also expand. Fargo City leaders unanimously approved the project and
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  • Dangers of Lithium Batteries

    Prepare to pay more if you want to send I-pads, Kindles or smartphones overseas. Starting Wednesday, The US Postal Service is restricting international shipping of devices that use lithium batteries --
    Prepare to pay more if you want to send I-pads, Kindles or smartphones overseas. Starting Wednesday, The US Postal Service is restricting international shipping of devices that use lithium batteries -- which power many of our personal gadgets.
  • There's more questions than answers in the killing of a dog in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. It happened on Sunday around 9:00 p.m. at 608 1/2 West Lincoln. The person got into the entryway of the unlocked
    There's more questions than answers in the killing of a dog in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. The person got into the entryway of an unlocked duplex. That's where the dog was seen and killed.
  • News release from Cass County: 10th Street South in Fargo will be closed between and 2nd and 3rd Avenues South, beginning at 9:00 AM on Wednesday, May 16th. The road is expected to re-open by 5:00 PM. Traffic
    News release from Cass County: 10th Street South in Fargo will be closed between and 2nd and 3rd Avenues South, beginning at 9:00 AM on Wednesday, May 16th. The road is expected to re-open by 5:00 PM. Traffic
  • The North Dakota Department of Travel says in 2011, one unbelted person died every five days in North Dakota. That's an increase from one every 8.3 days in 2010. The North Dakota Department of Travel
    The North Dakota Department of Transportation says in 2011, one unbelted person died every five days in North Dakota. That's an increase from one every 8.3 days in 2010.
  • North Dakota State College of Science students in Fargo have built a wheel chair specifically for the Fargo Marathon. The wheel chair was built for Lindsey Hively who was injured in an accident several
    North Dakota State College of Science students in Fargo have built a wheel chair specifically for the Fargo Marathon.
  • POINT OF VIEW POLITICS - Stories from 6:30 Point of View, the Valley's only nightly look at local politics. Watch it on KXJB-Channel 4 at 6:30pm. Another sign the Republican's have painted a bulls eye
    Another sign the Republican's plan to mount a strong offense against Minnesota Congressman Collin Peterson. Lee Byberg, the Republican-endorsed candidate, will be taking advice from GOP strategist Andy Parrish. Parrish will carry the title of general consultant.
  • News release from Cass County Electric: There are currently 200 Cass County Electric Cooperative members north of Argusville without power due to a transmission problem. Minnkota Power is working to restore
    Power has been restored to the Cass County Electric members in the Argusville area.
  • A 48-year-old Christine, North Dakota man is hospitalized after shooting himself in the leg.Richland County Sheriff's deputies say Cory Robertsdahl accidentially shot himself with a 22. Family members
    A 48-year-old Christine, North Dakota man is hospitalized after shooting himself in the leg.Richland County Sheriff's deputies say Cory Robertsdahl accidentially shot himself with a 22. Family members
  • News release from the North Dakota DOT: The Crystal Springs rest area, located on the eastbound roadway of I-94, nine miles west of Medina, is temporarily closed for maintenance work. The rest area
    News release from the North Dakota DOT: The Crystal Springs rest area, located on the eastbound roadway of I-94, nine miles west of Medina, is temporarily closed for maintenance work. The rest area
  • North Dakota has passed Alaska to become the second-leading oil-producing state in the nation, trailing only Texas. State Mineral Resources Director Lynn Helms says North Dakota oil production in March
    North Dakota has passed Alaska to become the second-leading oil-producing state in the nation, trailing only Texas.
  • Long-time Fargo sports broadcaster Scott Miller has been diagnosed with melanoma, a form of skin cancer. Despite planned treatments, Miller will maintain a work schedule at 790 KFGO and 740 The Fan, the
    Long-time Fargo sports broadcaster Scott Miller has been diagnosed with melanoma, a form of skin cancer. Despite planned treatments, Miller will maintain a work schedule at 790 KFGO and 740 The Fan, the
  • A second attempt by Minnesota Republicans to craft a tax-cut bill has met the same fate as the first. Democratic Gov. Mark Dayton vetoed the legislation Monday, days after the Legislature left town
    A second attempt by Minnesota Republicans to craft a tax-cut bill has met the same fate as the first. Democratic Gov. Mark Dayton vetoed the legislation Monday, days after the Legislature left town
  • A new construction development could change the face of a popular summer vacation destination.
    A new construction development could change the face of a popular summer vacation destination.     On the south shore of Lake Bemidji it's expected to get a bit more crowded. More hotels and a residential
  • Monday's step by the FAA is an interim one, but means law enforcement and other agencies will be able to operate drones with fewer restrictions. They'd be able to fly them, as long as they weigh less
    Monday's step by the FAA is an interim one, but means law enforcement and other agencies will be able to operate drones with fewer restrictions. They'd be able to fly them, as long as they weigh less
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  • A Sunday fire has left several families without a place to live. It happened in the late morning at 2409 4th Avenue North in Moorhead. Crews on scene were able to knock it down after about an hour. The
    The fire department says the cause of the fire on Sunday was a man smoking with an oxygen machine. It doesn't take long for fire to take off once it's fed with the gas.
  • There's clearly damage when you see the Moorhead apartment that started on fire Sunday morning, but now there's a look at the damage from the inside. When you enter the building, smoke damage is clearly
    There's clearly damage when you see the Moorhead apartment that started on fire Sunday morning, but now there's a look at the damage from the inside.
  • Fire danger from dry weather was gone for a while but now it's back. Much of the northern end of the valley is in a red flag warning. And it can be easier than we think to unintentionally start a fire.
    Fire danger from dry weather was gone for a while but now it's back. Much of the northern end of the valley is in a red flag warning. And it can be easier than we think to unintentionally start a fire.
  • ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Gov. Mark Dayton has signed a bill to build a nearly $1 billion stadium for the Minnesota Vikings. Dayton signed the bill to cheers Monday during a ceremony attended by the NFL
    ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Gov. Mark Dayton has signed a bill to build a nearly $1 billion stadium for the Minnesota Vikings. Dayton signed the bill to cheers Monday during a ceremony attended by the NFL
  • Workers demolished a former funeral home Monday morning. Last week, an office building at the intersection of Junius and Court was razed to make way for the new Fergus Falls police station. Construction
    Workers demolished a former funeral home Monday morning. Construction on the Fergus Falls police station is expected to start this summer.
  • With the marathon just five days away, experts say for the most part training is over and you should be resting up for race day. That goes for people who haven't started training as well. "There's nothing
    With the marathon just five days away, experts say for the most part training is over and you should be resting up for race day. That goes for people who haven't started training as well.
  • Monday, May 14 2012 11:44 AM EDT2012-05-14 15:44:53 GMT
    If you're one of those folks who likes to watch the Fargo 5K and marathon from the curb -- or the couch -- this might be the year to lace up your running shoes instead. That's because this year, the
    If you're one of those folks who likes to watch the Fargo 5K and marathon from the curb -- or the couch -- this might be the year to lace up your running shoes instead. That's because this year, the
  • Moorhead Firefighters are battling an apartment fire at 2409 4th Avenue North.  One person has been taken to the hospital to be checked out.Stay with valleynewslive.com for additional information.
    Several families are displaced after fire damages an apartment. A tenant was smoking while on medical oxygen and the plastic oxygen tubing ignited on the floor next to the bed.
  • NEW YORK (AP) - Best Buy's founder Richard Schulze is stepping down as chairman after an investigation found that he knew that the CEO was having a relationship with a female employee and did not alert
    NEW YORK (AP) - Best Buy's founder Richard Schulze is stepping down as chairman after an investigation found that he knew that the CEO was having a relationship with a female employee and did not alert
  • DICKINSON, N.D. (AP) - Attorneys and judges in the southwest North Dakota oil patch are struggling to keep up with a climbing caseload. The Dickinson Press reports that cases in Southwest District Court
    DICKINSON, N.D. (AP) - Attorneys and judges in the southwest North Dakota oil patch are struggling to keep up with a climbing caseload. The Dickinson Press reports that cases in Southwest District Court
  • A Duluth college student has been honored for completing four majors in four years, with a perfect 4.0 grade-point average. Brock Erdahl says he tried to carefully manage his time from the outset. He
    A Duluth college student has been honored for completing four majors in four years, with a perfect 4.0 grade-point average. Brock Erdahl says he tried to carefully manage his time from the outset. He
  • North Dakota transportation officials this week are dedicating the restored Viking Bridge in Traill County. The Transportation Department says the structure is the state's oldest documented vehicle bridge.
    North Dakota transportation officials this week are dedicating the restored Viking Bridge in Traill County. The Transportation Department says the structure is the state's oldest documented vehicle bridge.
  • Another program that's gaining steam this spring at the Sanford power center is for golfers hoping to improve their game. Valley news team's Robert Hahn shows us a program designed to help shave a few
    Another program that's gaining steam this spring at the Sanford power center is for golfers hoping to improve their game.  Valley news team's Robert Hahn shows us a program designed to help shave a few strokes off your score, and maybe a few pounds along the way.
  • The Otter Tail County Sheriff's Office received a call from a Group Home located at 51374 East Wymer Lake Road in Frazee, Minnesota about a resident that had walked away from their facility. It was reported
    The search for a 24-year-old Frazee, Minnesota man, missing since late Friday or early Saturday is over.
  • BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) - Restaurants, rental cars and hotels are already booked and Bismarck's airport is expecting an impressive fleet of oil company-owned business jets to crowd the tarmac later this month. Officials
    Officials believe a three-day expo later this month spotlighting North Dakota's prosperous oil patch will be one of the biggest events ever for Bismarck.
  • Monday, May 14 2012 7:26 AM EDT2012-05-14 11:26:14 GMT
    The Minnesota House approved a new Vikings stadium late Monday. The 73-58 vote sends it to the Senate, where it could be debated today or Wednesday. Check back here for more updates
    Today will be another big day at the Capitol for Vikings fans - as Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton signs the stadium bill into law.
  • One person is taken to the hospital by ambulance and another by lifeflight following a rear-end collision. The crash happened about a half-mile north of Georgetown, Minnesota on Highway 75. Two cars
    One person is taken to the hospital by ambulance and another by lifeflight following a rear-end collision.
  • Water is on the rise at Rice Lake, a popular getaway a few miles southwest of Minot. Several lakeside homes have already been flooded. Some residents have been forced to move their homes and others
    Water is on the rise at Rice Lake, a popular getaway a few miles southwest of Minot. Several lakeside homes have already been flooded. Some residents have been forced to move their homes and others
  • Alcohol is believed to be a factor in an ATV crash that injured a Wolverton man. The Wilkin County Sheriff's Office says 63 year-old Daryl Olthoff was thrown from the ATV and suffered head injuries.
    Alcohol is believed to be a factor in an ATV crash that injured a Wolverton man. The Wilkin County Sheriff's Office says 63 year-old Daryl Olthoff was thrown from the ATV and suffered head injuries.
  • A woman drowned in the Sheyenne River in Valley City, North Dakota, this morning. Fire chief Gary Retterath tells KFGO Radio that someone reported seeing a dog and what appeared to be a person near the
    A woman drowned in the Sheyenne River in Valley City, North Dakota, this morning. Fire chief Gary Retterath tells KFGO Radio that someone reported seeing a dog and what appeared to be a person near the
  • Did you know? Minnesota's general fishing opener is the Saturday two weeks before Memorial Day weekend. Why? Three main reasons: It allows most walleyes to spawn before being caught by anglers It
    Find Lakes, fishing regulations, buy a license online, Everything You Need to Know About the Minnesota Fishing Opener.
  • Valley sky watchers and anyone who happened to be outside at about 10 o'clock Friday night were treated to a special sight. This what viewers have reported on the Valley News Live Facebook page: Kyle
    Valley sky watchers and anyone who happened to be outside at about 10 o'clock Friday night were treated to a special sight. This what viewers have reported on the Valley News Live Facebook page: Kyle
  • A long time supporter of Fargo American Legion Baseball and community activist Jim McLaughlin has died. McLaughlin was a three time Vice Chairman of the Legion World Series who also helped plan the original
    A long time supporter of Fargo American Legion Baseball and community activist Jim McLaughlin has died. McLaughlin was a three time Vice Chairman of the Legion World Series who also helped plan the original
  • A weekend of commencement ceremonies occurring at the FARGODOME this weekend, and an area construction project that could cause some traffic delays. As a reminder to North Dakota State University graduates
    MAP INCLUDED: A weekend of commencement ceremonies occurring at the FARGODOME this weekend, and an area construction project that could cause some traffic delays.
  • Officials are working to finish residential flood debris cleanup in Minot.
    Officials are working to finish residential flood debris cleanup in Minot.
  • A concert to benefit the restoration of Duluth's old armory building will kick off this year's Duluth Dylan Fest.
    A concert to benefit the restoration of Duluth's old armory building will kick off this year's Duluth Dylan Fest.
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  • State Representative Reflects on New Vikings Stadium Bill Battle

    He was one of the architects behind the new Vikings Stadium bill, the lawmaker who pushed forward, and went long. State Representative, Morrie Lanning, says he's finally breathing a sigh of relief. Minnesota's
    He was one of the architects behind the new Vikings Stadium bill, the lawmaker who pushed forward, and went long. State Representative, Morrie Lanning, says he's finally breathing a sigh of relief.
  • Cass county social services is seeing an increase in the amount of kids coming into their foster program and needs more homes for them. Angie Wetch of Fargo says, "It's sad. It's heartbreaking, it really
    Cass county social services is seeing an increase in the amount of kids coming into their foster program and needs more homes for them. Angie Wetch of Fargo says, "It's sad. It's heartbreaking, it really
  • Three students, the first in the entire Country now hold degrees for unmanned aerial systems maintenance, from the Northland Technical College in Thief River.   Scott Fletcher, the director of the new
    Three students, the first in the entire Country now hold degrees for unmanned aerial systems maintenance, from the Northland Technical College in Thief River.   Scott Fletcher, the director of the new
  • FARGO, N.D. (AP) - A former North Dakota Highway Patrol regional commander has pleaded guilty to driving drunk in Minnesota and been ordered to pay $610 in fines and fees. KFGO radio reports former Capt.
    FARGO, N.D. (AP) - A former North Dakota Highway Patrol regional commander has pleaded guilty to driving drunk in Minnesota and been ordered to pay $610 in fines and fees. KFGO radio reports former Capt.
  • GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) - It's been 25 years since 19-year-old Annie Korynta was stabbed to death in her Grand Forks apartment, and police are still trying to track down her killer. Retired police investigator
    GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) - It's been 25 years since 19-year-old Annie Korynta was stabbed to death in her Grand Forks apartment, and police are still trying to track down her killer. Retired police investigator
  • GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) - North Dakota crime bureau agents are investigating a Grand Forks bar's promotion of rewarding voters with a free beer. Gilly's Bar and Grill rewarded customers who voted by absentee
    GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) - North Dakota crime bureau agents are investigating a Grand Forks bar's promotion of rewarding voters with a free beer. Gilly's Bar and Grill rewarded customers who voted by absentee
  • Armando Mata Zavala
    Police are trying to track down this week's Valley's Most Wanted Armando Mata Zavala. the 20-year-old is 5'5" and 130 pounds. He's wanted for: Probation Violation for Theft of Property (Felony) 2nd
    Police are hoping you can help track down this week's Valley's Most Wanted: Armando Mata Zavala.
  • A West Fargo family is finding themselves the unfortunate example of one of the best things about Clean-up Week, and for them, one of the worst: leave something out in the yard, and it will find itself
    A West Fargo family is finding themselves the unfortunate example of one of the best things about Clean-up Week, and for them, one of the worst: leave something out in the yard, and it will find itself
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  • In Light of NJ Mom's Story, Local Business Looks at Tanning Limits

    A New Jersey woman has been spoofed on Saturday Night Live, even had a "tanorexic" doll in her likeness. Now, Patricia Krentcil who's also accused of taking her six-year-old daughter into a tanning booth
    A New Jersey mom accused of taking her six-year-old daughter into a tanning booth has been banned from more than 60 salons where she lives. Tanning salons say they don't have the power to ban customers but they do take state laws seriously.
  • Thursday, May 10 2012 5:43 PM EDT2012-05-10 21:43:59 GMT
    The Cavalier City Council on Monday night passed a comprehensive smoke-free ordinance. The ordinance, which takes effect on July 1, makes all indoor public workplaces, including bars and restaurants,
    The Cavalier City Council on Monday night passed a comprehensive smoke-free ordinance. 
  • Thursday, May 10 2012 4:22 PM EDT2012-05-10 20:22:45 GMT
    Fargo Police are asking for your help finding a man who stole a gun from Frontier Americana. The owner noticed the gun missing on Thursday, May 3, and was able to find the theft on video surveillance. Full
    VIDEO INCLUDED:  Fargo Police are asking for your help finding a man suspected of stealing a gun from Frontier Americana.  The owner noticed the gun missing on Thursday, May 3, and was able to find the theft on video surveillance.
  • Thursday, May 10 2012 4:12 PM EDT2012-05-10 20:12:51 GMT
    There seems to be a contagious fever going around Sanford Health in Fargo, but no one is complaining. That's because everyone loves babies and the fever is "baby fever". Eight nurses in the neo-natal
    There seems to be a contagious fever going around Sanford Health in Fargo, but no one is complaining. That's because everyone loves babies and the fever is "baby fever". Eight nurses in the neo-natal
  • Thursday, May 10 2012 4:01 PM EDT2012-05-10 20:01:10 GMT
    Each week on Schemes & Rip Offs we talk about the latest ways crooks are trying to steal your money or identity. But what are the scams making their way around our area right now. Detective Jason Skalicky
    Each week on Schemes & Rip Offs we talk about the latest ways crooks are trying to steal your money or identity.  But what are the scams making their way around our area right now.
  • The big weekend is almost here… the Minnesota fishing opener is Saturday.   The D.N.R. expects 1.4-million Minnesotans will get a license this year and spend 1.6 billion dollars with fishing related
    The big weekend is almost here… the Minnesota fishing opener is Saturday.   The D.N.R. expects 1.4-million Minnesotans will get a license this year and spend 1.6 billion dollars with fishing related
  • Thursday, May 10 2012 3:05 PM EDT2012-05-10 19:05:20 GMT
    The Minnesota Senate approved the Minnesota Vikings stadium bill, 36-30.
    The Minnesota Senate approved the Minnesota Vikings stadium bill, 36-30.
  • Thursday, May 10 2012 1:10 PM EDT2012-05-10 17:10:16 GMT
    Area students got a chance at some big bucks at skills competition today. Some of the dedicated high schoolers who know so a lot about auto mechanics say that their parents have them fix their cars instead
    Area students got a chance at some big bucks at skills competition today. Some of the dedicated high schoolers who know so a lot about auto mechanics say that their parents have them fix their cars instead
  • Thursday, May 10 2012 1:06 PM EDT2012-05-10 17:06:27 GMT
    BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) - The suspects in the killing of eastern Montana teacher Sherry Arnold are due in state court in Sidney Tuesday to face new murder charges filed by prosecutors who are seeking the
    BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) - The suspects in the killing of eastern Montana teacher Sherry Arnold are due in state court in Sidney Tuesday to face new murder charges filed by prosecutors who are seeking the
  • Thursday, May 10 2012 12:57 PM EDT2012-05-10 16:57:28 GMT
    ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - The Minnesota Senate has opened debate on a Vikings stadium plan, and their vote could effectively wrap up the team's long desire for a new home with the help of public money. Gov.
    ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - The Minnesota Senate has opened debate on a Vikings stadium plan, and their vote could effectively wrap up the team's long desire for a new home with the help of public money. Gov.
  • Wednesday, May 9 2012 9:16 PM EDT2012-05-10 01:16:56 GMT
    Mixed reviews over Tuesday's response to a bomb threat at Fargo's Agassiz School, which forced an evacuation and lockdown of that school as well lockdowns at nearby schools. It turned out to be a hoax
    Mixed reviews over Tuesday's response to a bomb threat at Fargo's Agassiz School, which forced an evacuation and lockdown of that school as well lockdowns at nearby schools. It turned out to be a hoax -- with no bomb, no gunman, or shots fired.
  • Wednesday, May 9 2012 9:07 PM EDT2012-05-10 01:07:13 GMT
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  • Wednesday, May 9 2012 8:45 PM EDT2012-05-10 00:45:50 GMT
    The City of East Grand Forks has already shutdown Fantasy's, an adult lingerie store that also sells sex novelty toys. It just opened on Monday. Last month, the City of Grand Forks blocked Fantasy's
    The City of East Grand Forks has already shutdown Fantasy's, an adult lingerie store that also sells sex novelty toys. It just opened on Monday. Last month, the City of Grand Forks blocked Fantasy's
  • Wednesday, May 9 2012 3:17 PM EDT2012-05-09 19:17:46 GMT
    WASHINGTON (AP) - President Barack Obama says he now supports same-sex marriage, ending months of equivocation on a subject with powerful election-year consequences. Obama says he has concluded that it
    WASHINGTON (AP) - President Barack Obama says he now supports same-sex marriage, ending months of equivocation on a subject with powerful election-year consequences. Obama says he has concluded that it
  • Wednesday, May 9 2012 2:15 PM EDT2012-05-09 18:15:21 GMT
    Treating rare diseases can be difficult, especially when some doctors don't know about them. That can be the case with a condition called Rubinstein Taybi Syndrome. Paul Myklebust of Dilworth says, "Kind
    Treating rare diseases can be difficult, especially when some doctors don't know about them. That can be the case with a condition called Rubinstein Taybi Syndrome. Paul Myklebust of Dilworth says, "Kind
  • Wednesday, May 9 2012 1:40 PM EDT2012-05-09 17:40:36 GMT
    If you saw flashing lights and police barricades in a residential area near Downtown Fargo today (Wednesday), don't worry everything's okay. It was part of emergency training for the city. Clean up week
    If you saw flashing lights and police barricades in a residential area near Downtown Fargo today (Wednesday), don't worry everything's okay. It was part of emergency training for the city. Clean up week
  • Wednesday, May 9 2012 12:48 PM EDT2012-05-09 16:48:07 GMT
    WASHINGTON (AP) - The struggling U.S. Postal Service is trying to tamp down concern over its wide-scale cuts, saying it will seek to keep hundreds of rural post offices open with shorter hours. Postmaster
    WASHINGTON (AP) - The struggling U.S. Postal Service is trying to tamp down concern over its wide-scale cuts, saying it will seek to keep hundreds of rural post offices open with shorter hours. Postmaster
  • Wednesday, May 9 2012 12:41 PM EDT2012-05-09 16:41:38 GMT
    May is motorcycle awareness month, and riders along with state agencies want you to be on the look out for motorcycles. Motorcycle experts remind drivers to always look twice at intersections to confirm
    May is motorcycle awareness month, and riders along with state agencies want you to be on the look out for motorcycles.
  • Wednesday, May 9 2012 7:45 AM EDT2012-05-09 11:45:58 GMT
    ALEXANDRIA, Minn. (AP) - The Minnesota State Patrol says speed contributed to a February crash that killed four North Dakota State University students on their way back to school. The patrol also concluded
    The Minnesota State Patrol says speed contributed to a February crash that killed four North Dakota State University students on their way back to school. 
  • Wednesday, May 9 2012 7:38 AM EDT2012-05-09 11:38:09 GMT
    A Fisher, Minnesota, high school senior is in jail charged with sexually assaulting a female kindergarten student. Jarrin Dean Boucher, 18, faces charges of first and second degree, criminal sexual conduct.
    Tears, anger and frustration at a meeting of school officials, counselors and the parents of a Fisher, Minnesota kindergarten class Tuesday night.
  • Wednesday, May 9 2012 6:30 AM EDT2012-05-09 10:30:16 GMT
    The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating the case of a pedestrian killed by a truck. It happened Tuesday night around 10:00 p.m. on Clay County Highway 9 near County Road 10. That stretch is between
    The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating the case of a pedestrian killed by a truck.
  • Wednesday, May 9 2012 6:29 AM EDT2012-05-09 10:29:38 GMT
    Congratulations to canine owners in the downtown Fargo area: you're getting a brand-new dog park nearby. It's the third off-leash park in the city of Fargo and the only one near downtown. It'll occupy
    Congratulations to canine owners in the downtown Fargo area: you're getting a brand-new dog park nearby. It's the third off-leash park in the city of Fargo and the only one near downtown. It'll occupy
  • Wednesday, May 9 2012 5:41 AM EDT2012-05-09 09:41:05 GMT
    A Fargo public library had to be evacuated tonight after a man leaving the library claimed there was a bomb inside. Police say the man appeared to have been suffering from a medical condition, and was
    A Fargo public library had to be evacuated tonight after a man leaving the library claimed there was a bomb inside. Police say the man appeared to have been suffering from a medical condition, and was
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    Tuesday, May 8 2012 11:29 PM EDT2012-05-09 03:29:36 GMT
    For most people who hear about the oil patch out west, it's a cash machine, the place where dreams are possible. But getting there can be a real challenge. "We tell them, do not come here unless you
    For most people who hear about the oil patch out west, it's a cash machine, the place where dreams are possible. But getting there can be a real challenge.
  • Tuesday, May 8 2012 8:50 PM EDT2012-05-09 00:50:19 GMT
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    Oxbow residents may have noticed a permanent dike along the Red River has been bulldozed. It's a move enacted from the county level and pushed by FEMA. So all the hard work and money plugged into the permanent
    Oxbow residents may have noticed a permanent dike along the Red River has been bulldozed. It's a move enacted from the county level and pushed by FEMA. So all the hard work and money plugged into the permanent
  • Tuesday, May 8 2012 6:26 PM EDT2012-05-08 22:26:03 GMT
    Jury selection began Tuesday morning in the trial of Tara Andvik. The Barnesville, Minnesota, woman is accused of setting a string of fires last October. One of the fires destroyed her home. Several
    Jury selection began Tuesday morning in the trial of Tara Andvik. The Barnesville, Minnesota, woman is accused of setting a string of fires last October. One of the fires destroyed her home. Several
  • Tuesday, May 8 2012 6:17 PM EDT2012-05-08 22:17:20 GMT
    Fargo's Agassiz School is on lockdown this afternoon. A Fargo Schools spokesperson says a bomb threat was called into the school around 1:45 p.m. Traffic near the school is being restricted at this time. Agassiz
    A Fargo schools spokesperson says all students have been evacuated from Agassiz to Fargo South.  Police are sweeping the Agassiz building.
  • Tuesday, May 8 2012 9:34 AM EDT2012-05-08 13:34:17 GMT
    With mothers day just days away. The Valley Today's John Trierweiler spent the morning with Eric Baker at Baker Garden and Gifts getting prepared. The US Census Bureau estimates there are over 85 million
    With mothers day just days away. The Valley Today's John Trierweiler spent the morning with Eric Baker at Baker Garden and Gifts getting prepared.
  • Tuesday, May 8 2012 9:14 AM EDT2012-05-08 13:14:47 GMT
    Police and fire crews are on the scene of a two alarm fire in North Fargo. The home is 3175 32nd Avenue North, which is just north of the Pepsi Sports Complex. Valley News Live is on scene and will bring
    Two people and a dog are displaced after a house fire in north Fargo early Tuesday morning.
  • Tuesday, May 8 2012 7:24 AM EDT2012-05-08 11:24:44 GMT
    A truck driver hauling a load of logs was taken to the hospital after rolling his truck overnight. The Minnesota State Patrol says the semi driver swerved to avoid hitting an animal and lost control
    A truck driver hauling a load of logs was taken to the hospital after rolling his truck overnight.
  • Tuesday, May 8 2012 6:35 AM EDT2012-05-08 10:35:46 GMT
    One person has died after a crash in Nelson County, North Dakota. The North Dakota Highway Patrol says a man driving a 2012 Ford F-150 was headed west on North Dakota 15 about 9:15 Monday night when
    One person has died after a crash near McVille, North Dakota.
  • Monday, May 7 2012 9:22 PM EDT2012-05-08 01:22:19 GMT
    Four escaped through a window to get away from a fire in their home Sunday night. The Polk county sheriff says the victims only suffered minor injuries. Here is the release from the Polk County Sheriff's
    Mom saves family from house fire in rural Mentor, Minnesota.
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  • Monday, May 7 2012 7:52 PM EDT2012-05-07 23:52:16 GMT
    Police are putting together the details after a vehicle crashed into a home in north Fargo. It happened around 1:30 Monday morning at 3105 9 1/2 Street North in Fargo. The homeowner there says when the
    UPDATED 6:42 PM: A family is left dealing with tens of thousands of dollars of damage after a driver crashes into their home.
  • Monday, May 7 2012 6:23 PM EDT2012-05-07 22:23:46 GMT
    NEWS RELEASE FROM FAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The Fargo Public Schools announces today that Troy Cody has been named to the position of principal at Davies High School to begin the 2012-13 school year. Cody,
    NEWS RELEASE FROM FAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The Fargo Public Schools announces today that Troy Cody has been named to the position of principal at Davies High School to begin the 2012-13 school year. Cody,
  • Monday, May 7 2012 6:22 PM EDT2012-05-07 22:22:51 GMT
    A federal grand jury in Minneapolis indicted Jason Lee King, 21 in the December 30, 2011, armed robbery of Newby's Market in Bemidji. King was indicted on, one count of interference with commerce by
    A federal grand jury in Minneapolis indicted Jason Lee King, 21 in the December 30, 2011, armed robbery of Newby's Market in Bemidji.
  • Monday, May 7 2012 5:27 PM EDT2012-05-07 21:27:40 GMT
    WASHINGTON (AP) - The Associated Press has learned the CIA thwarted a plot by al-Qaida's affiliate in Yemen to destroy a U.S.-bound airliner using a bomb with a new design around the one-year anniversary
    WASHINGTON (AP) - The Associated Press has learned the CIA thwarted a plot by al-Qaida's affiliate in Yemen to destroy a U.S.-bound airliner using a bomb with a new design around the one-year anniversary
  • Monday, May 7 2012 3:32 PM EDT2012-05-07 19:32:27 GMT
    ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - The Minnesota House is poised to take a dramatic vote on a new Vikings stadium. The chamber took up a bill for the nearly $1 billion stadium on Monday afternoon, with debate expected
    ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - The Minnesota House is poised to take a dramatic vote on a new Vikings stadium. The chamber took up a bill for the nearly $1 billion stadium on Monday afternoon, with debate expected
  • Monday, May 7 2012 2:59 PM EDT2012-05-07 18:59:33 GMT
    If you're driving on I-29 in Fargo, be one the lookout for a wild animal crossing the road. A moose has been running around near NDSU's campus today. It was in a field close to the Dairy Research Building.
    If you're driving on I-29 in Fargo, be one the lookout for a wild animal crossing the road. A moose has been running around near NDSU's campus today. It was in a field close to the Dairy Research Building.
  • Monday, May 7 2012 11:02 AM EDT2012-05-07 15:02:58 GMT
    It's that time of the year again, when you can put out almost anything and have it taken away for free. There are however a few rules to follow. Items that will be collected include: Logs and Brush,
    It's that time of the year again, when you can put out almost anything and have it taken away for free. There are however a few rules to follow.
  • Monday, May 7 2012 10:31 AM EDT2012-05-07 14:31:28 GMT
    (AP) - North Dakota's Game and Fish Department is making just 65,300 deer licenses available for the 2012 season, a drop of more than 40 percent from last year and the fewest licenses in nearly a quarter
    The reduction in licenses is in response to a smaller deer population throughout the state. Wildlife chief Randy Kreil says that's the result of three straight harsh winters, from 2008 to 2010.
  • Monday, May 7 2012 8:19 AM EDT2012-05-07 12:19:10 GMT
    (AP) - A judge is refusing to move the murder trial of a Jamestown man out of Stutsman County. Thirty-four-year-old Leron Howard has pleaded not guilty to murder and criminal conspiracy in the April 2011
    Leron Howard has pleaded not guilty to murder and criminal conspiracy in the April 2011 death of Abdi Ali Ahmed.
  • Sunday, May 6 2012 4:58 PM EDT2012-05-06 20:58:03 GMT
    Big hats and bets were on a lot of minds today as millions of people around the world watched and listened to the 2012 Kentucky Derby. After a big lead by "Bodemeister", "I'll Have Another" came ahead
    Big hats and bets were on a lot of minds today as millions of people around the world watched and listened to the 2012 Kentucky Derby. After a big lead by "Bodemeister", "I'll Have Another" came ahead
  • Sunday, May 6 2012 4:53 PM EDT2012-05-06 20:53:47 GMT
    Tomorrow's (Monday) the big day for Vikings fans. The bill that would allow the team to build a new stadium is going to the house floor. The 975 million dollar stadium needs 68 house votes and 34 senate
    Tomorrow's (Monday) the big day for Vikings fans. The bill that would allow the team to build a new stadium is going to the house floor. The 975 million dollar stadium needs 68 house votes and 34 senate
  • Sunday, May 6 2012 4:48 PM EDT2012-05-06 20:48:35 GMT
    If you missed Lisa Budeau on the Valley Today on Friday, you'll be happy to know that she and her baby are doing well. Lisa gave birth to a little girl on Friday afternoon. She and her husband JB didn't
    If you missed Lisa Budeau on the Valley Today on Friday, you'll be happy to know that she and her baby are doing well. Lisa gave birth to a little girl on Friday afternoon. She and her husband JB didn't
  • Saturday, May 5 2012 5:36 PM EDT2012-05-05 21:36:18 GMT
    Fargo police are launching what they say is their most powerful ad yet about the dangers of drunk driving. In a trend that echoes that of other public agencies nationwide, it focuses not on dying from
    Fargo police are launching what they say is their most powerful ad yet about the dangers of drunk driving. In a trend that echoes that of other public agencies nationwide, it focuses not on dying from
  • Saturday, May 5 2012 5:28 PM EDT2012-05-05 21:28:39 GMT
    Cleanup of a deadly March accident at Plummer is just about wrapped up. But, it could wind up being one of northwestern Minnesota's most expensive crashes.   The Canadian Pacific Railroad has now filed
    Cleanup of a deadly March accident at Plummer is just about wrapped up. But, it could wind up being one of northwestern Minnesota's most expensive crashes.   The Canadian Pacific Railroad has now filed
  • Friday, May 4 2012 11:38 PM EDT2012-05-05 03:38:22 GMT
    A mock car crash turned into a real one in Detroit Lakes. It sent six people to the hospital and left students wondering, was that for real? They were only six minutes into a drunk driving scenario. The
    A mock car crash turned into a real one in Detroit Lakes. It sent six people to the hospital and left students wondering, was that for real? They were only six minutes into a drunk driving scenario. The
  • Friday, May 4 2012 8:43 PM EDT2012-05-05 00:43:21 GMT
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  • Friday, May 4 2012 8:29 PM EDT2012-05-05 00:29:26 GMT
    Otter Tail County Sheriff's Department says it appears a dispute over lawn mowing in rural Dent, Minnesota, turned violent Thursday evening. The two men involved both claim they were assaulted. George
    Otter Tail County Sheriff's Department says it appears a dispute over lawn mowing in rural Dent, Minnesota, turned violent Thursday evening. The two men involved both claim they were assaulted. George
  • Friday, May 4 2012 5:51 PM EDT2012-05-04 21:51:31 GMT
    Levi Strauss & Co. and Vanity are in a federal court dispute over a pocket design. They say the "V" logo on the back pocket is too similar to their own and have asked Vanity to cease and desist use because
    Levi Strauss & Co. and Vanity are in a federal court dispute over a pocket design. Levi Strauss says the "V" logo on the back pocket is too similar to their own
  • Friday, May 4 2012 2:29 PM EDT2012-05-04 18:29:26 GMT
    May 1: Cleanup Week is scheduled for May 7 - 11, 2012, in Fargo, Moorhead, West Fargo and Dilworth. This annual event helps keep our communities clean by giving residents an opportunity to dispose of tires,
    May 1: Cleanup Week is scheduled for May 7 - 11, 2012, in Fargo, Moorhead, West Fargo and Dilworth. This annual event helps keep our communities clean by giving residents an opportunity to dispose of tires,
  • Friday, May 4 2012 10:33 AM EDT2012-05-04 14:33:16 GMT
    The Red River Valley Speedway opens it's doors Saturday to hold the first race of the season. Previously race day was on Wednesday night's at the speedway, but this year the races have been moved to
    The Red River Valley Speedway opens it's doors Saturday to hold the first race of the season.
  • Friday, May 4 2012 9:30 AM EDT2012-05-04 13:30:36 GMT
    West Fargo Police are trying to track down a man who robbed a video store last night armed with a gun. They got the call around 11 last night from Premiere Video on Ninth Street East. Police say one
    West Fargo Police are trying to track down a man who robbed a video store at gunpoint Thursday night.
  • Friday, May 4 2012 8:09 AM EDT2012-05-04 12:09:31 GMT
    A driver going the wrong way on a one-way overnight caused some excitement for police in Fargo. It happened around 2:00 Friday morning near the Loaf'n'Jug store at 12th Avenue North across from North
    A driver going the wrong way on a one-way overnight caused some trouble for police in Fargo.
  • Friday, May 4 2012 7:32 AM EDT2012-05-04 11:32:09 GMT
    Police are hoping you can help track down this week's Valley's Most Wanted: Ezekiel Christopher Linder. Linder is 23-years-old, about 5'7" tall and 170 pounds. He is wanted for: Probation Violation
    Police are hoping you can help track down this week's Valley's Most Wanted: Ezekiel Christopher Linder. Linder is 23-years-old, about 5'7" tall and 170 pounds. He is wanted for: Probation Violation
  • Friday, May 4 2012 5:36 AM EDT2012-05-04 09:36:12 GMT
    Three northern valley kayakers got more adventure than they bargained for last night.   Rescue workers had to pull 3 University of Minnesota Crookston students from the Red Lake River in the dark last
    Three northern valley kayakers got more adventure than they bargained for last night.   Rescue workers had to pull 3 University of Minnesota Crookston students from the Red Lake River in the dark last
  • Friday, May 4 2012 3:03 AM EDT2012-05-04 07:03:24 GMT
    Some kids from the Madison Elementary School neighborhood in North Fargo are taking crime prevention into their own hands. The kids, working with the Legacy Children's Foundation, approached police to
    Some kids from the Madison Elementary School neighborhood in North Fargo are taking crime prevention into their own hands. The kids, working with the Legacy Children's Foundation, approached police to
  • Thursday, May 3 2012 8:18 PM EDT2012-05-04 00:18:03 GMT
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  • Thursday, May 3 2012 7:43 PM EDT2012-05-03 23:43:26 GMT
    We do almost everything with our cell phones and computers these days -- we email, pay our bills, even do our taxes. But what happens when it's time to get rid of it and recycle them? Turns out, trying
    We do almost everything with our cell phones and computers these days -- we email, pay our bills, even do our taxes. But what happens when it's time to get rid of it and recycle them? Turns out, trying to clear all your personal information and history is harder than just clicking the delete button.
  • Thursday, May 3 2012 6:31 PM EDT2012-05-03 22:31:23 GMT
    MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - The wife of a former Minnesota Viking has been convicted of two felonies in a hit-and-run that killed a man. Amy Senser was charged with three felony counts of criminal vehicular homicide
    UPDATE WITH REACTION: The wife of a former Minnesota Viking has been convicted of two felonies in a hit-and-run that killed a man.
  • Thursday, May 3 2012 5:50 PM EDT2012-05-03 21:50:23 GMT
    It appears another round of negotiations between American Crystal and locked out union employees could be doomed before they start.   13-hundred union employees have been locked out of the jobs since
    It appears neither side has anything major to offer when negotiations between American Crystal and locked out union employees start again June 8th.  1,300 union employees have been locked out of the jobs since last August.
  • Thursday, May 3 2012 4:01 PM EDT2012-05-03 20:01:00 GMT
    It appears to be a message from heaven, a text saying you've just won a $1,000 Walmart gift card. But Walmart isn't sending them out. Chances are good you or someone your know has received one of these
    Chances are good you or someone your know has received one of these fraud texts over the last few weeks.  Now the Federal Trade Commission is trying to track down who's been using a big name store to try and steal your identity.
  • Thursday, May 3 2012 1:12 PM EDT2012-05-03 17:12:10 GMT
    ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Minnesota legislative Republicans are dropping a last-minute proposal to finance a new $975 million Minnesota Vikings stadium by issuing bonds directly tied to the state's general
    ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Minnesota legislative Republicans are dropping a last-minute proposal to finance a new $975 million Minnesota Vikings stadium by issuing bonds directly tied to the state's general
  • Thursday, May 3 2012 11:09 AM EDT2012-05-03 15:09:11 GMT
    Clay County Sheriff Bill Bergquist said a case of good timing likely prevented major fire damage to a shop in Oakport Township. A man went out to his shop around 11:30 p.m. Wednesday night, spotted a
    Clay County Sheriff Bill Bergquist said a case of good timing likely prevented major fire damage to a shop in Oakport Township. A man went out to his shop around 11:30 p.m. Wednesday night, spotted a
  • Thursday, May 3 2012 10:55 AM EDT2012-05-03 14:55:45 GMT
    There's something richly satisfying about an ice-cold shake on a spring or summer day—until you think about what it's doing to your weight loss efforts. But that doesn't mean you can't cool down with a
    There's something richly satisfying about an ice-cold shake on a spring or summer day—until you think about what it's doing to your weight loss efforts.
  • Thursday, May 3 2012 10:07 AM EDT2012-05-03 14:07:09 GMT
    DICKINSON, N.D. (AP) - A study requested by the governor estimates that schools in western North Dakota's booming oil patch need to prepare for an influx of more than 3,000 students - more than half of
    DICKINSON, N.D. (AP) - A study requested by the governor estimates that schools in western North Dakota's booming oil patch need to prepare for an influx of more than 3,000 students - more than half of
  • Thursday, May 3 2012 5:50 AM EDT2012-05-03 09:50:51 GMT
    New information that suggests increased flows through Fargo could help lower expected water levels south of the city have people in Oxbow expressing cautious optimism after the latest Army Corps meeting
    New information that suggests increased flows through Fargo could help lower expected water levels south of the city have people in Oxbow expressing cautious optimism after the latest Army Corps meeting
  • Wednesday, May 2 2012 9:08 PM EDT2012-05-03 01:08:35 GMT
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  • Wednesday, May 2 2012 8:47 PM EDT2012-05-03 00:47:29 GMT
    The rebuilding continues in one Minnesota community, two years after an EF-4 twister. Two main projects in Wadena, Minn., the new high school and a one-of-a-kind safe room are well on their way to completion. Bruce
    The rebuilding continues in one Minnesota community, two years after an EF-4 twister. Two main projects in Wadena, the new high school and a one-of-a-kind safe room are well on their way to completion.
  • Wednesday, May 2 2012 8:46 PM EDT2012-05-03 00:46:53 GMT
    A group of young volunteers is coming together to help a community in need. Kids from all across Minnesota will be a part of the Minnesota Youthbuild Coalition's Spring Event helping Wadena, Minn. continue
    Kids from all across Minnesota will be a part of the Minnesota Youthbuild Coalition's Spring Event helping Wadena, Minn. continue its clean-up.
  • Wednesday, May 2 2012 7:45 PM EDT2012-05-02 23:45:56 GMT
    Witness a simulated kitchen fire put on by the Frazee Fire Department and see just how fast they can get out of control. The Frazee Fire Department is starting a fire in this kitchen on wheels for high
    Witness a simulated kitchen fire put on by the Frazee Fire Department and see just how fast they can get out of control...
  • Wednesday, May 2 2012 5:47 PM EDT2012-05-02 21:47:22 GMT
    We have an update on a violent robbery at the Valley Ho Trailer Park in Grand Forks early Monday morning. Three suspects broke into Sherman and Carmen Jones home, beat them and killed a pet dog. The
    We have an update on a violent robbery at the Valley Ho Trailer Park in Grand Forks early Monday morning. Three suspects broke into Sherman and Carmen Jones home, beat them and killed a pet dog. The
  • Wednesday, May 2 2012 3:29 PM EDT2012-05-02 19:29:26 GMT
    The Cass County Sheriff's Department says Extradition Transport of America has reimbursed the county for all expenses related to the arrest of escaped prisoner, Joseph Megna. Megna escaped from a rest
    The Cass County Sheriff's Department says Extradition Transport of America has reimbursed the county for all expenses related to the arrest of escaped prisoner, Joseph Megna. Megna escaped from a rest
  • Wednesday, May 2 2012 1:42 PM EDT2012-05-02 17:42:44 GMT
    A Mahnomen, Minnesota, woman died in a crash near Mahnomen Wednesday morning. The Minnesota State Patrol says Kathy Jo Ose, 53, was driving south on Highway 59 when she collided with a vehicle going west
    A Mahnomen, Minnesota, woman died in a crash near Mahnomen Wednesday morning. The Minnesota State Patrol says Kathy Jo Ose, 53, collided with another vehicle on Highway 59.
  • Wednesday, May 2 2012 12:00 PM EDT2012-05-02 16:00:47 GMT
    Grand Forks police are looking for three men who broke into a home and assaulted the owner. Police say the men broke into a home in the Valley Ho Trailer Court around 5:30 a.m. and demanded drugs and
    UPDATED:  Grand Forks Police say they are working on a handful of good leads in a robbery at a Grand Forks Trailer Park, but they say no one is under arrest. 
  • Wednesday, May 2 2012 10:35 AM EDT2012-05-02 14:35:20 GMT
    Today marks work zone awareness day in North Dakota. Last year the DOT recorded 203 crashes in work zones across the state and wants to keep that number down. With the mild spring weather and lack of
    Today marks work zone awareness day in North Dakota. Last year the DOT recorded 203 crashes in work zones across the state and wants to keep that number down.
  • Wednesday, May 2 2012 10:03 AM EDT2012-05-02 14:03:36 GMT
    FARGO, N.D. (AP) - A judge has thrown out a federal lawsuit by a committee of tribal members trying to save the University of North Dakota's Fighting Sioux nickname. The suit was filed against the NCAA
    The suit was filed against the NCAA by members of the Spirit Lake and Standing Rock Sioux tribes. It asked for at least $10 million and a reversal of the NCAA policy banning use of American Indian imagery.
  • Wednesday, May 2 2012 9:49 AM EDT2012-05-02 13:49:01 GMT
    News release from the City of Fargo: FARGO, N.D. (May 2, 2012) – Residents can recycle old computers and televisions for no charge on Saturday, May 5 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Solid Waste Facility,
    News release from the City of Fargo: FARGO, N.D. (May 2, 2012) – Residents can recycle old computers and televisions for no charge on Saturday, May 5 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Solid Waste Facility,
  • Wednesday, May 2 2012 7:10 AM EDT2012-05-02 11:10:36 GMT
    Authorities suspect arson in a string of fires near Erskine, Minnesota.  Eight different fires were set along 10 miles of roads.
    Authorities suspect arson in a string of fires near Erskine, Minnesota.    Eight different fires were set along 10 miles of roads from Erskine to Union Lake early Sunday morning.   It came close,  but
  • Wednesday, May 2 2012 6:28 AM EDT2012-05-02 10:28:40 GMT
    MIAMI (AP) - Three former professional football players are among eight charged in a South Florida tax refund and identity theft scheme. Federal prosecutors said Tuesday the FBI operated an undercover
    Three former professional football players are among eight charged in a South Florida tax refund and identity theft scheme.
  • Wednesday, May 2 2012 12:04 AM EDT2012-05-02 04:04:02 GMT
    Leaders of the effort to save the Fighting Sioux nickname are crying foul after the launch of a campaign to get voters to retire the nickname. Sean Johnson, of the group "Save the Sioux," says the UND
    Leaders of the effort to save the Fighting Sioux nickname are crying foul after the launch of a campaign to get voters to retire the nickname. Sean Johnson, of the group "Save the Sioux," says the UND
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  • Tuesday, May 1 2012 8:11 PM EDT2012-05-02 00:11:47 GMT
    A group calling themselves Missionaries to the Preborn may have caught your eye today as you drove down 13th Avenue South in Fargo. The group carries around oversized pictures of aborted babies, trying
    A group that calls themselves Missionaries to the Preborn may have caught your eye today as you drove down 13th Avenue South in Fargo. The group carries around oversized pictures of aborted babies...
  • Tuesday, May 1 2012 4:57 PM EDT2012-05-01 20:57:21 GMT
    Trips to the grocery store might be costing you more, especially in the meat department. Beef prices have been on the rise. Jason Aamodt at Meat's by John and Wayne says, "The price has jumped so high,
    Trips to the grocery store might be costing you more, especially in the meat department. Beef prices have been on the rise. Jason Aamodt at Meat's by John and Wayne says, "The price has jumped so high,
  • Tuesday, May 1 2012 1:55 PM EDT2012-05-01 17:55:57 GMT
    A lobbying effort by Grand Forks leaders in Washington D.C. to keep the air base off a possible closure list is going well… that today from County Commissioner John Schmisek.   Schmisek says they met
    A lobbying effort by Grand Forks leaders in Washington D.C. to keep the air base off a possible closure list is going well… that today from County Commissioner John Schmisek.   Schmisek says they met
  • Tuesday, May 1 2012 1:18 PM EDT2012-05-01 17:18:28 GMT
    NEW YORK (AP) - Facebook wants to help you share your organs. CEO Mark Zuckerberg says U.S. and U.K. users will be able to enroll as organ donors via links on the world's biggest social networking site. Facebook
    Facebook users who are already organ donors can add that information to their Facebook Timelines.
  • Tuesday, May 1 2012 12:48 PM EDT2012-05-01 16:48:52 GMT
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    County music star Carrie Underwood will play the Fargodome on September 29th. Ticket information will be available on May 7. From a news release provided by the Fargodome: Nashville – (May 1, 2012)
    Country music star Carrie Underwood will play the Fargodome on September 29th.  Ticket information will be available on May 7. 
  • Tuesday, May 1 2012 12:46 PM EDT2012-05-01 16:46:52 GMT
    The Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead told reporters during a news conference Tuesday morning that the construction industry in the Fargo-Moorhead area is off to its strongest start since 2006. HIGHLIGHTS Total
    The Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead told reporters during a news conference Tuesday morning that the construction industry in the Fargo-Moorhead area is off to its strongest start since 2006. HIGHLIGHTS Total
  • Tuesday, May 1 2012 8:50 AM EDT2012-05-01 12:50:56 GMT
    BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) - Two North Dakota fishing seasons open this week. The state Game and Fish Department says paddlefish snagging season and bowfishing season both open Tuesday. The paddlefish season
    The North Dakota Game and Fish Department says paddlefish snagging season and bowfishing season both open Tuesday. 
  • Monday, April 30 2012 11:24 PM EDT2012-05-01 03:24:32 GMT
    Bobby Vee celebrated his birthday, turning 69 Monday. It's a bittersweet moment in his life as he faces the challenge of Alzheimer's. He stated in his blog that after being diagnosed, it stunned him
    Bobby Vee celebrated his birthday, turning 69 Monday. It's a bittersweet moment in his life as he faces the challenge of Alzheimer's. He stated in his blog that after being diagnosed, it stunned him
  • Monday, April 30 2012 8:31 PM EDT2012-05-01 00:31:47 GMT
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    Monday, April 30 2012 7:45 PM EDT2012-04-30 23:45:36 GMT
    It's been a place where people would go to find the unique gift for grandpa, the birthday card for mom. After 49 years, a well-known gift shop in North Fargo is closing its doors. The owners of Gramm's
    It's been a place where people would go to find the unique gift for grandpa, the birthday card for mom. After 49 years, a well-known gift shop in North Fargo is closing its doors. The owners of Gramm's Hallmark say they're taking it hard. After nearly five decades of serving the community, they say it's not goodbye.
  • Monday, April 30 2012 6:44 PM EDT2012-04-30 22:44:00 GMT
    A Cass County judge has agreed to change the terms of a no-contact order for the doctor accused of drugging and raping his wife. Dr. Jon Norberg is prohibited from coming within 300 yards of his wife,
    A Cass County judge has agreed to change the terms of a no-contact order for the doctor accused of drugging and raping his wife. Dr. Jon Norberg is prohibited from coming within 300 yards of his wife,
  • Monday, April 30 2012 3:03 PM EDT2012-04-30 19:03:38 GMT
    Grand Forks members of the Base Realignment Impact Committee are in Washington D.C. this week, trying to make sure the Base doesn't fall to the budget axe if there's another round of base closings. The
    Grand Forks members of the Base Realignment Impact Committee are in Washington D.C. this week, trying to make sure the Base doesn't fall to the budget axe if there's another round of base closings. The
  • Monday, April 30 2012 12:54 PM EDT2012-04-30 16:54:44 GMT
    FARGO, N.D. (AP) - Officials at North Dakota State University are mourning the death of a department head and respected agricultural economist. Fifty-six-year-old Cole Gustafson died in an accident on
    FARGO, N.D. (AP) - Officials at North Dakota State University are mourning the death of a department head and respected agricultural economist. Fifty-six-year-old Cole Gustafson died in an accident on
  • Monday, April 30 2012 12:10 PM EDT2012-04-30 16:10:05 GMT
    Moorhead Mayor Mark Voxland has been elected to serve as President of the Minnesota Mayors Association (MMA) during the next year. The election took place at the Association's annual conference and meeting
    Moorhead Mayor Mark Voxland has been elected to serve as President of the Minnesota Mayors Association (MMA) during the next year.
  • Monday, April 30 2012 11:39 AM EDT2012-04-30 15:39:40 GMT
    BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) - Two large health care providers in the Dakotas have taken another step toward a possible merger. Medcenter One and Sanford Health announced Monday that they have signed a letter
    Medcenter One and Sanford Health announced Monday that they have signed a letter of intent and a memorandum of understanding and are moving forward with discussions.
  • Monday, April 30 2012 10:36 AM EDT2012-04-30 14:36:26 GMT
    After 15 years behind the bench, Moorhead High School head boys hockey coach Dave Morinville has resigned. Morinville lead the Spuds to 8 state tournament appearances and 4 runner-up finishes. Morinville's
    Dave Morinville spent 15 years as head boys hockey coach of the Moorhead High Spuds.
  • Monday, April 30 2012 10:11 AM EDT2012-04-30 14:11:52 GMT
    Firefighters were called to a house fire in Clay County Monday morning. The fire caused significant damage to the rural Hawley, Minnesota home. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Fire departments
    Firefighters were called to a house fire in Clay County Monday morning. The fire caused significant damage to the rural Hawley, Minnesota home. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Fire departments
  • Monday, April 30 2012 9:21 AM EDT2012-04-30 13:21:03 GMT
    Police say speed is to blame for a motorcycle crash early this morning in north Fargo. They say a man missed a curve at 7th Avenue and 36th Street North -- that's in Fargo's industrial park. A passerby
    Police say speed is to blame for a motorcycle crash early Monday morning in north Fargo.
  • Monday, April 30 2012 7:47 AM EDT2012-04-30 11:47:28 GMT
    Moorhead Public Service (MPS) and the Minnesota Department of Transportation will be completing separate construction projects within the Main Avenue Corridor this summer. MPS' project will involve the
    Moorhead Pubilc Service starts construction to replace the aging watermain beneath Main Avenue in Moorhead from 4th Street to 8th Street.
  • Monday, April 30 2012 6:46 AM EDT2012-04-30 10:46:22 GMT
    They were supposed to end the special session on Monday, but Minnesota lawmakers still face three big issues. First they have to deal with bonds, taxes, and of course the issue that sucks all the air out
    They were supposed to end the special session on Monday, but Minnesota lawmakers still face three big issues. First they have to deal with bonds, taxes, and of course the issue that sucks all the air out
  • Monday, April 30 2012 6:30 AM EDT2012-04-30 10:30:30 GMT
    TOIVOLA, Minn. (AP) - Two Hibbing teenagers have died in a rollover crash in St. Louis County of northeastern Minnesota. The St. Louis County sheriff's office late Sunday identified the victims as Lindsey
    Two Hibbing teenagers have died in a rollover crash in St. Louis County of northeastern Minnesota.
  • Sunday, April 29 2012 6:14 PM EDT2012-04-29 22:14:20 GMT
    An area woman is getting some help from friends in a unique way. Cathy Holowell of Fargo says, "It's part of our family. It's what we do. It's our life." A day on the lanes is special for Cathy Holowell,
    An area woman is getting some help from friends in a unique way. Cathy Holowell of Fargo says, "It's part of our family. It's what we do. It's our life." A day on the lanes is special for Cathy Holowell,
  • Sunday, April 29 2012 9:46 AM EDT2012-04-29 13:46:59 GMT
    Authorities say Minnesota Vikings running back Caleb King has been arrested on suspicion of assaulting another man. The Anoka County sheriff's office says King was arrested Saturday. Authorities say
    Authorities say Minnesota Vikings running back Caleb King has been arrested on suspicion of assaulting another man. The Anoka County sheriff's office says King was arrested Saturday. Authorities say
  • Saturday, April 28 2012 8:40 PM EDT2012-04-29 00:40:39 GMT
    It was an emotional day for friends and family of fallen North Dakota soldiers. 19 men gave their lives for our country through the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. With the help of a couple from Nebraska,
    North Dakota is the newest state to get a "Remembering Our Fallen" traveling photo display, honoring the 19 soldiers lost in Iraq and Afghanistan.
  • Friday, April 27 2012 8:46 PM EDT2012-04-28 00:46:12 GMT
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  • Friday, April 27 2012 7:09 PM EDT2012-04-27 23:09:24 GMT
    A well known building in Fergus Falls might be gone in a few months. The city council is deciding whether to tear down the Regional Treatment Center. Friends of the Kirkbride group member, Maxine Schmidt,
    A well known building in Fergus Falls might be gone in a few months. The city council is deciding whether to tear down the Regional Treatment Center. Friends of the Kirkbride group member, Maxine Schmidt,
  • Friday, April 27 2012 6:57 PM EDT2012-04-27 22:57:46 GMT
    An Argusville, ND woman is charged with shoplifting after police say she used her children, fifteen and four, as her accomplices. Michelle Ann Sayers is facing potential charges of child neglect as well
    An Argusville, ND woman is charged with shoplifting after police say she used her children, fifteen and four, as her accomplices. Michelle Ann Sayers is facing potential charges of child neglect as well
  • Friday, April 27 2012 5:19 PM EDT2012-04-27 21:19:10 GMT
    BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) - Prosecutors have filed murder charges and say they intend to seek the death penalty against two men accused in the kidnapping and killing of Montana teacher Sherry Arnold. Forty-eight-year-old
    Prosecutors have filed murder charges and say they intend to seek the death penalty against two men accused in the kidnapping and killing of Montana teacher Sherry Arnold.
  • Friday, April 27 2012 3:05 PM EDT2012-04-27 19:05:07 GMT
    A Minneapolis-St. Paul airport terminal has reopened after a suspicious bag prompted an early morning evacuation. Airport police evacuated the ticketing lobby at the smaller of the airport's two terminals
    A Minneapolis-St. Paul airport terminal has reopened after a suspicious bag prompted an early morning evacuation. Airport police evacuated the ticketing lobby at the smaller of the airport's two terminals
  • Friday, April 27 2012 1:48 PM EDT2012-04-27 17:48:03 GMT
    U.S. Border Patrol agents arrested a Quebec man at the Pembina port of entry. Robert Waynee Mills is accused of possessing 28 bags of ecstasy pills. Full news release from the Border Patrol: PEMBINA,
    U.S. Border Patrol agents arrested a Quebec man at the Pembina port of entry. Robert Wayne Mills is accused of possessing 28 bags of ecstasy pills.
  • Friday, April 27 2012 1:07 PM EDT2012-04-27 17:07:14 GMT
    It's the first time in half a dozen years the Grand Forks Alerus Center has showed a profit. The City owned events center showed a profit of 340-thousand dollars for the first quarter of this year.
    It's the first time in half a dozen years the Grand Forks Alerus Center has showed a profit. The City owned events center showed a profit of 340-thousand dollars for the first quarter of this year.
  • Friday, April 27 2012 12:08 PM EDT2012-04-27 16:08:26 GMT
    A Moorhead city councilman's charges of careless driving related to a road rage incident in february are set to go to trial May first. Greg Lemke was cited for careless driving after a Moorhead police
    Former Moorhead Councilman Greg Lemke was cited for careless driving related to a road rage incident.
  • Friday, April 27 2012 11:50 AM EDT2012-04-27 15:50:43 GMT
    The City on the Grow just got another police officer on duty -- 4-year-old Kennedy Anthony Johnson Jr., also known as 'Kajj.' Make-A-Wish and the West Fargo Police Department joined forces to make Kajj's
    The City on the Grow just got another police officer on duty -- 4-year-old Kenneth Anthony Johnson Jr., also known as 'Kajj.' Make-A-Wish and the West Fargo Police Department joined forces to make Kajj's dream come true Thursday.
  • Friday, April 27 2012 9:41 AM EDT2012-04-27 13:41:44 GMT
    Car seats are an important purchase for any parent, and could save a child's life in the event of an accident. But picking one isn't as simple as a favorite color, or which one just looks good. If you're
    Car seats are an important purchase for any parent, and could save a child's life in the event of an accident. But picking one isn't as simple as a favorite color, or which one just looks good. If you're
  • Friday, April 27 2012 7:27 AM EDT2012-04-27 11:27:20 GMT
    Police are hoping you can help track down this week's Valley's Most Wanted: Terry Bruce Higdem. The 31-year-old is 5'10 and 240 pounds. He's wanted for: Escape on Intimidation/Stalking (Felony) Parole
    Police are hoping you can help track down this week's Valley's Most Wanted: Terry Bruce Higdem.
  • Friday, April 27 2012 7:26 AM EDT2012-04-27 11:26:05 GMT
    Courtesy: HLN
    UPDATE The now-famous Corky the cat has lost a leg to amputation. That's after vets say he lost circulation following his surgery to correct a birth defect that twisted his hind legs. Eight-month-old
    The now-famous Corky the cat has lost a leg to amputation.
  • Friday, April 27 2012 3:50 AM EDT2012-04-27 07:50:50 GMT
    Another group is stepping forward to help the family devastated by the Friday night fire that killed one family member and sent two of his brothers to burn unit at a Twin Cities hospital. The Stephen
    Another group is stepping forward to help the family devastated by the Friday night fire that killed one family member and sent two of his brothers to burn unit at a Twin Cities hospital.
  • Thursday, April 26 2012 8:36 PM EDT2012-04-27 00:36:03 GMT
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