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Recurrent Pulmonary Cryptococcus Gattii Infection in an Immunocompetent Host
Affiliations & Notes aDepartment of Medicine, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, New York, United States of America bDepartment of Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America cDivision of Infectious Diseases and Global Medicine, Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America Article Info Publication History: Published...
Fargo police address video of officer asleep in squad car
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - A video circulating on social media prompted a response from the Fargo Police Department after it showed one of their officers asleep in a squad car while on duty. The department confirmed the video shows one of their officers and said they addressed it internally. Fargo police said they became aware of the video late yesterday afternoon. The department said supervisors moved quickly, meeting with the officer and addressing the situation right away.
Horace couple’s petition seeks to cut fireworks window from 10 days to three
HORACE, N.D. (Valley News Live) - A Horace couple is taking action to change when and how long fireworks can be set off in the city. A petition is circulating in Horace that could cut the city’s fireworks window from 10 days to just three — July 3, 4 and 5. Alan Turnmire and his wife launched the effort last week, though Turnmire said he has been thinking about it since 2023. “As a veteran myself I deal with PTSD.
Early voting begins Tuesday in Cass County
CASS COUNTY, N.D. (Flag Family Media/Valley News Live) - Voters can begin voting early Tuesday across Cass County. There will be five locations for early voting through Friday, with four of them also open on Saturday.
The TikTok Shop Halo Effect
By Ethan Kramer, Go Fish Digital, Senior Vice President Much of the marketing world’s attention has fixated on one question: can TikTok become a meaningful commerce platform? With the rapid evolution of TikTok Shop, the answer increasingly appears to be yes. Brands are seeing transactions, creators are driving conversions, and the platform is investing in closing the loop between discovery and purchase. But focusing solely on on-platform sales misses the bigger story.
Fargo group nears signature goal to force vote on ward-based government
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - A group pushing to change how Fargo elects its leaders is about 200 signatures away from forcing a special election on the issue, but Mayor Tim Mahoney warns the change could cost taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars.
World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler to make 3M Open debut in Minnesota
BLAINE, Minn. (Valley News Live) - Scottie Scheffler, the world’s number one golfer and four-time major champion, will compete in the 3M Open. The event runs July 20-26 at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine. It will be Scheffler’s first appearance at Minnesota’s only PGA Tour event. The tournament confirmed the announcement on social media and in a press release on its website. The 3M Open debuted in 2019 and supports local initiatives across Minnesota through the 3M Open Fund.
Fargo names Travis Stefonowicz interim police chief following Zibolski retirement
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - The Fargo City Commission approved Assistant Police Chief Travis Stefonowicz as interim police chief during Monday night’s meeting. City Administrator Michael Redlinger recommended the appointment following former Fargo Police Chief David Zibolski’s retirement, which took effect Friday, March 27.
Comedian Bert Kreischer’s tour bus catches fire on Minnesota interstate
Minnesota (Valley News Live) - Comedian Bert Kreischer’s tour bus caught fire Sunday on eastbound Interstate 94 near milepost 30 in Prairie View Township, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. A state trooper and a local fire department were dispatched at 12:21 p.m. to a report of a coach bus on fire in the area. Comedian Bert Kreischer’s tour bus catches fire on Minnesota interstate The driver was the only occupant on the bus at the time of the fire.
Grandmother says she was wrongfully put in jail for a crime due to a facial recognition error
WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVLY/Gray News) - A woman from Tennessee says she spent months in jail after North Dakota police mistakenly used facial recognition software to identify her as a suspect in a bank fraud case. Angela Lipps, 50, said U.S. marshals arrested her at gunpoint on July 14, 2025, while she was babysitting four children. She said investigators used an AI facial recognition software to match her to surveillance footage from a bank fraud case.
Honor Flight Network expands eligibility to Desert Storm era veterans
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - The National Honor Flight Network has announced it will expand eligibility to Gulf War and Operation Desert Storm era veterans who served through July 31, 1991, based on Veterans Affairs established dates. Beginning in the 2027 flying season, hubs can begin bringing veterans who served between Dec. 7, 1941, and July 31, 1991.
Fargo police chief expected to step down, sources say
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Fargo Police Chief David Zibolski is expected to step down as chief of police, sources tell Valley News Live. Sources said officers were notified of the departure Tuesday evening. A formal announcement is expected Wednesday. Neither Chief Zibolski nor the mayor’s office responded to requests for confirmation. Copyright 2026 KVLY. All rights reserved.
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