Disasters

Expected Red crest down another half-foot at Fargo
The projected crest of the Red River at Fargo, N.D., has dropped another half-foot.
Fargo calm, confident as Red River approaches crest
Flood-weary residents that have spent the last week getting ready to hold back the Red River cautiously prepared to celebrate what appeared to be a successful defense against the swollen waterway.
A Fargo official says this year's flood fight has been one of the most efficient ever waged by the city.
Police say driver reached for cell phone in crash that killed baby
Police in suburban Minneapolis say a driver apparently reaching for a cell phone caused a three-vehicle crash that killed a 1-year-old child.
What a difference a year can make
This time, as the waters rise, people feel ready.
A central Minnesota man has died in an all-terrain vehicle crash which happened after he struck and killed a dog.
Moorhead Mayor Mark Voxland said the hard work of local residents and some cooperation from Mother Nature could make this year's flood seem like a non-event.
Highway 10 near Little Falls closed after flood damage
The Minnesota Department of Transportation has closed U.S. Highway 10 near Little Falls, because Mississippi River flooding has severely damaged approaches to a bridge. The closure affects the highway in both directions.
Some Fargo residents refuse to move despite floods
Mac Butler believes he'll beat the bloated Red River and save his home again this year. But a canoe and kayak are tied up outside his house just in case he's wrong.