Chippewa County Murder Trial in Turmoil: Defense Demands Venue Change Amidst Public Outcry

Carson Peters-Berger

Defense Cites Public Bias and Media Coverage On March 26, 2025, attorneys Michael Cohen and Alicia Linzmeier filed a motion on behalf of 17-year-old Carson Peters-Berger to relocate his trial outside Chippewa County. The defense argues that extensive media coverage, social media commentary, and public memorials have created an environment where a fair trial is… Continue reading Chippewa County Murder Trial in Turmoil: Defense Demands Venue Change Amidst Public Outcry

GRAND FORKS TRIAL TURMOIL: Defense Seeks Venue Change Amidst ‘Justice for Katarina’ Campaign

Travis Bell

Grand Forks, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — The defense attorney for Travis Bell, accused in a fatal crash near the Grand Forks airport, has filed a motion to move the trial out of Grand Forks. Attorney Mark Friese argues that the extensive public campaign led by the victim’s family, including social media outreach and public demonstrations,… Continue reading GRAND FORKS TRIAL TURMOIL: Defense Seeks Venue Change Amidst ‘Justice for Katarina’ Campaign

Winter Storm Warning in Effect Until 4 AM Friday Amidst Rising Red River Concerns

Winter Storm Warning Until 4 AM Friday As Red River Rises GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect as the Red River at Grand Forks continues to rise.

Grand Forks Council Advances Fufeng Corn Processing Plant Amidst Increased Debate

More Fireworks As Grand Forks Council Moves Fufeng Corn Processing Plant Forward GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) More fireworks during the Grand Forks City Council meeting. There was no public hearing tonight regarding the proposed Fufeng corn processing plant, but an audience member tried to override the Council’s vote to move it forward.

UPDATE: North Dakota School Counselor Released on Bail Amidst Student-Related Sexual Misconduct Charges

UPDATE: ND School Counselor Posts Bail, Out Of Jail, Sex Related Charges Involving Students. DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Brendon Parsley a North Dakota school counselor facing sex related charges involving students appeared in Nelson County Court in Lakota Friday morning. He was then processed into the jail in Devils Lake where a booking photo was… Continue reading UPDATE: North Dakota School Counselor Released on Bail Amidst Student-Related Sexual Misconduct Charges

Fargo Police Uncover Major Drug Operation Amidst Murder Investigation, Suspect Still at Large

Fargo Police Uncover Major Drug Operation Amidst Murder Investigation, Suspect Still at Large

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Fargo Police are intensifying their search for Leo Dartoe, the primary suspect in last Friday’s fatal shooting of Sampson Bleh. As the manhunt continues, authorities have uncovered more than just leads on the murder case. During their investigation, Fargo police arrested a third man, Geettoe Kamara, on a serious drug trafficking… Continue reading Fargo Police Uncover Major Drug Operation Amidst Murder Investigation, Suspect Still at Large

Tim Walz Hits Campaign Trail Amidst Praise and Criticism from Republicans

Tim Walz Hits Campaign Trail Amidst Praise and Criticism from Republicans

UNITED STATES (trfnews.i234.me) – Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, now Vice President Kamala Harris’s running mate, began his first solo campaign events today. He addressed the National Convention of the ASI Government Employees Union in Los Angeles and later attended a fundraiser in Newport Beach, California. Walz’s campaign will take him to Denver, Boston, Newport, Rhode… Continue reading Tim Walz Hits Campaign Trail Amidst Praise and Criticism from Republicans

Fertile Man Pleads Not Guilty to Sexual Conduct Charges Amidst Shocking Allegations

Ilia Grigory Basargin

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic courtroom scene, Ilia Grigory Basargin of Fertile, Minnesota, stood before the judge on Thursday, April 18, and firmly pleaded not guilty to second-degree criminal sexual conduct charges. The 32-year-old was embroiled in controversy after being accused of engaging in sexual conduct with two juvenile girls, one under… Continue reading Fertile Man Pleads Not Guilty to Sexual Conduct Charges Amidst Shocking Allegations