Fargo News Today — May 25, 2026

Fargo: Tragedy on Highway 2 leaves one dead, one airlifted | June 22

Fargo: A fatal head-on crash on Highway 2 in Ward County leaves one dead and another airlifted, while a Fargo activist is convicted of taxpayer fraud. Skateboarders celebrate a national holiday in the metro, and city officials debate the Northern Plains Nitrogen proposal.

Fargo: Staff Sgt. Ellingson finally rests near home after 81 years | June 21

Fargo's veterans' community honored Staff Sgt. Irvin C. Ellingson with a long-awaited funeral near his hometown and remembered Dickinson's WWII veteran, while Toy Story 5 drew crowds to Marcus Theatres. NDSU's new football stadium also gains digital access via a streaming app launching soon.

Fargo: Former Governor Doug Burgum brings ND lessons to Washington | June 20

Fargo's episode covers Former Governor Doug Burgum's insights on energy and infrastructure, North Dakota State University's new swine research facility, and Burleigh County Sheriff's retirement joining the North Dakota Ethics Commission. It also features local weather enthusiast Robert Daley and a digital special on Fargo's resilience through weather events.

Fargo: WWII airman returns home after 80 years, reuniting with Fargo family | June 19

Fargo honors a WWII POW airman who returned after 80 years, reuniting with his family, while celebrating the opening of America’s only LED light bulb factory. The city also expands nursing education through a partnership between North Dakota State University and Dickinson State, and the Roger Maris Celebrity Golf Tournament continues to boost local charities and community spirit.

Fargo: Local Business Hall of Fame Launches | June 18

Fargo's small business hall of fame initiative celebrates local entrepreneurs, while Hornbacher’s grocery store launches a “Checkout Hunger” campaign with the Great Plains Food Bank. The city also plans to expand biking trails in Heartland Communities and announces the University of North Dakota’s new Flight Operations Center.