Alex Bertsch

Fargo

Multimedia Journalist at KVRR-TV (Fargo, ND)

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Fargo man sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to having sex with 14-year-old

1 week ago | kvrr.com | Alex Bertsch

FARGO (KVRR/KFGO) – A Fargo man will spend over seven years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple counts of sexual misconduct with two 14-year-old girls, and terrorizing with a dangerous weapon. Carter Hammer admitted to having sex with one of the girls several times last summer while she was 14 and 15, saying the two were in a ‘situationship,’ and the sex was consensual. He also admitted to knowing how old she was.
Weather delays Island Park Pool grand opening

1 week ago | kvrr.com | Alex Bertsch

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The big day will have to wait for Fargo Parks, after this morning’s storm delayed their grand opening of the new Island Park Pool. The pool is now set to open tomorrow at 11:30 AM, and Fargo Parks is still hoping for a great turnout to enjoy the new amenities the pool has to offer.
Man indicted in Moorhead drive-by killing

1 week ago | kvrr.com | Alex Bertsch

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — A grand jury has indicted Jerome Anthony Thomas III on charges of Second Degree Murder with Intent, Attempted First Degree Murder and Attempted Second Degree murder in the death of James Hamilton. Moorhead Police were dispatched on the morning of April 13th around 9:30 AM to the area of 2701 14th Street South for a call of shots fired. when they arrived they found 39-year-old Hamilton in the driveway with an apparent gunshot wound to the head.
The Arthur Market offers rural producers chance in spotlight

2 weeks ago | kvrr.com | Alex Bertsch

ARTHUR, N.D. (KVRR) – As the dog days of summer roll on, farmers markets around the region are kicking into gear to connect you with local producers. The Arthur Market in rural Arthur North Dakota will be kicking off their fifth year with a big celebration this weekend, with a waterslide, a kangaroo, musicians, and of course dozens of local vendors to check out.
Man dies in crash between semi and cement truck in Cass County

2 weeks ago | kvrr.com | Alex Bertsch

CASS COUNTY, N.D. (KVRR) — A man is dead after his cement truck was struck by a semi at an intersection in rural Cass County Wednesday night. The crash occured just before 8:30 PM at the intersection of Highway 18 and County Road 26. The driver of the cement truck failed to stop and the intersection, and was struck by the semi. The driver of the cement truck died at the scene. The driver of the semi was taken to Sanford Hospital in Fargo for non-life-threatening injuries.
Former police officer defends actions taken in viral video

2 weeks ago | kvrr.com | Alex Bertsch

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – By now, you’ve likely seen our viral video of three police officers being assaulted at this street corner behind me here in downtown Fargo. Viewers are questioning the response by Fargo Police that led to 37-year-old Joseph Manitowabi fleeing for several blocks before being apprehended. “Obviously it was a very dynamic situation that involved a number of people.
9 arrested in alleged drug trafficking ring in Oakes

2 weeks ago | kvrr.com | Alex Bertsch

OAKES, N.D. (KVRR) — Nine people are in custody this afternoon after prosecutors announce they’ve been indicted as part of a multi-state meth trafficking ring with ties to the Almighty Latin Kings street gang. Acting U.S. Attorney Jennifer Klemetsrud Puhl says the investigation started May 15th.
UPDATE: Police arrest man involved in officer assault

3 weeks ago | kvrr.com | Alex Bertsch

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo Police arrested a man after he assaulted officers in downtown Fargo Saturday. Officers were called to the 200 block of Roberts Street North around 4:35 PM for a report of suspicious activity. Upon arriving at the scene, officers attempted to detain the suspect, 37 year-old Joseph Manitowabi, however during the process Manitowabi managed to punch three officers and led Fargo Police on a short pursuit down Roberts Street before being apprehended.
North Dakota tribes push for more autonomy amid federal cuts

3 weeks ago | kvrr.com | Alex Bertsch

BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) – North Dakota tribal leaders highlighted uncertainty in federal funding, frustrations with the state Legislature and future economic development projects Wednesday during the state’s seventh annual Government-to-Government Conference. The annual event brings leaders of the five tribal nations that share geography with North Dakota together with state officials to share updates, network and discuss common problems facing their communities.
Food Connection: Organic farmers facing uncertainty after funding cuts

3 weeks ago | kvrr.com | Alex Bertsch

HALSTAD, MINN. (KVRR) – Local organic farmers and distributors are facing new pressures as tariffs and funding cuts have led to growing uncertainty. Hugh’s Gardens, LLC in Halstad, Minnesota has been washing, storing, and marketing organic potatoes from Red River Valley farmers since the late 80’s. They work with many distributors, as well as food banks and public school systems to provide local produce, but with recent funding cuts and freezes at USDA, it’s become harder to guarantee sales.