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Richland County: Bus Driver Changing Sweatshirt Causes I-29 Ditch Incident with Fargo Shanley Baseball Team

Richland County: Team Bus Crashes on I-29 Near Wahpeton—Athletes Stranded Roadside!

Richland County (trfnews.i234.me) — On the morning of Friday, April 11, 2025, a bus transporting the Fargo Shanley High School baseball team veered off Interstate 29 near the Wahpeton exit in Richland County, North Dakota. The incident occurred when the bus driver attempted to remove his sweatshirt while driving, leading to the vehicle leaving the… Continue reading Richland County: Bus Driver Changing Sweatshirt Causes I-29 Ditch Incident with Fargo Shanley Baseball Team

Snow Causes Roof Collapse of New Barn at Fairgrounds in Fertile, MN

Snow Collapses Roof Of New Barn At Fairgrounds In Fertile, MN FERTILE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Heavy snow has collapsed part of the roof on a new barn at the Polk County Fairgrounds in Fertile, Minnesota.

Accident at Park West Apartments: Red Lake Falls Man Causes Crash That Sends Car Rolling Into Ditch

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) – A minor yet surprising accident took place at Park West Apartments on March 8, when a 2003 Chevy Silverado, driven by Hunter Lundeen from Red Lake Falls, backed into a parked 2019 Ford Fiesta belonging to Claire Mannen of Thief River Falls. The accident occurred at approximately 10:15 a.m. in… Continue reading Accident at Park West Apartments: Red Lake Falls Man Causes Crash That Sends Car Rolling Into Ditch

Transformer Explosion Causes Ground Sparks and Smoke in Grand Forks on Saturday Afternoon

Transformer Blows, Ground Was Sparking & Smoking In Grand Forks Saturday Afternoon GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We had a transformer blow and power line drop to the ground in Grand Forks. Witnesses say the ground was sparking and smoking.

Walker County Tragedy: Drunk Driver Causes Fatal Rollover Crash, Killing Young Woman

Pernell J. Reese

Walker County (trfnews.i234.me)—​In a devastating incident on March 15th, a fatal rollover crash occurred near Walker, Minnesota, resulting in the death of 22-year-old Mikayla Butcher from Bemidji. The driver, 23-year-old Pernell J. Reese of Walker, has been arrested and faces multiple charges, including felony criminal vehicular homicide involving alcohol, two counts of criminal vehicular operation… Continue reading Walker County Tragedy: Drunk Driver Causes Fatal Rollover Crash, Killing Young Woman

Driver Injured When Tractor Causes Bridge to Collapse Near Velva, ND

Driver Injured After Tractor Collapses Bridge Near Velva, ND VELVA, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A tractor driver was injured when the bridge he was driving over collapsed near Velva, North Dakota Friday evening.

Underage Driver Causes Serious Injuries After Crashing Into Fargo Residence While Intoxicated

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Police say a drunk driver crashed into a Fargo residence on Sunday afternoon seriously injuring a juvenile in the home. The driver also remains hospitalized this Sunday evening.

Truck Collision Causes Closure of Northbound I-29 in Fargo Until Early Friday Morning

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) At least 2 semis involved in what appears to be a very serious crash on northbound I-29 at 19th Avenue North in Fargo early Friday morning.

Wrong-Way Driver Causes Deadly Head-On Crash Near Moorhead—Alcohol Suspected

Christopher Thomas Pink

Clay County (TRF News) – Wrong-Way Driver Kills Texas Woman in Head-On Crash Near Moorhead A deadly head-on collision occurred near Moorhead, Minnesota, on Saturday night just before 6:00 p.m., claiming the life of a 43-year-old woman from Ennis, Texas. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, Christopher Thomas Pink, 28, of Moorhead, was driving a… Continue reading Wrong-Way Driver Causes Deadly Head-On Crash Near Moorhead—Alcohol Suspected

Car vs. Moose Crash on Highway 53 Near Virginia, MN Causes Heavy Damage

Car vs. Moose Crash on Highway 53 Near Virginia, MN Causes Heavy Damage

Virginia, MN – A car versus moose collision occurred on Monday night north of Virginia, MN, at Highway 53 and Highway 169 split, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. Crash Details 📍 Location: Highway 53 & Highway 169 Split, North of Virginia, MN📅 Incident Date: February 17, 2025🚗 Vehicle Damage: Extensive🚑 Driver Injuries:… Continue reading Car vs. Moose Crash on Highway 53 Near Virginia, MN Causes Heavy Damage

🔥 House Fire in Winger Township Causes Garage Damage, No Injuries Reported 🔥

WINGER TOWNSHIP, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A house fire in Winger Township on Saturday night, February 15, at around 5:30 p.m., caused significant damage to a garage and spread to a nearby tree. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office, Polk County EMS, and Winger Fire Department swiftly responded to the fire at a local residence. Fortunately, all family… Continue reading 🔥 House Fire in Winger Township Causes Garage Damage, No Injuries Reported 🔥

UPDATE: Grand Forks Storm Causes Damage as it Enters Northwest Minnesota

UPDATE: Grand Forks Storm Damage As It Moves Into Northwest Minnesota GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me & trfnews.i234.me) A look at Friday night storm damage in Grand Forks as it rolls into northwest Minnesota.

Semi Truck Fire Causes Closure of Interstate-29 Near Fargo on Saturday Night

CASS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A semi fire closed the northbound lane of Interstate-29 south of Fargo for 3 hours Saturday night.

Semi-Truck Fire Causes Temporary Closure on Interstate 29 Near Oxbow, ND

Semi-Truck Fire Causes Temporary Closure on Interstate 29 Near Oxbow, ND

CASS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – At approximately 10:30 p.m. CT on January 4, 2025, a northbound semi-truck hauling a trailer on Interstate 29 near mile marker 50, close to Oxbow, ND, became fully engulfed in flames. The side of the trailer split open during the incident. In response, authorities closed the northbound lanes of Interstate… Continue reading Semi-Truck Fire Causes Temporary Closure on Interstate 29 Near Oxbow, ND

Unattended Space Heater Causes East Grand Forks Trailer Fire

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 29, at approximately 1:08 p.m., the East Grand Forks Fire Department (EGFFD) responded to a trailer home fire. Upon arrival, crews observed light smoke emanating from the residence. The fire’s origin was traced to an unattended space heater. All occupants had evacuated safely, and operational smoke alarms were… Continue reading Unattended Space Heater Causes East Grand Forks Trailer Fire

Grafton, North Dakota Warehouse Fire Causes $1 Million in Damages

UPDATE: $1-Million Warehouse Fire In Grafton, North Dakota GRAFTON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We now have some photos from an TRF News viewer as fire destroyed a warehouse in Grafton, North Dakota early this morning. An employee of the Grafton Farmers Coop Grain Company says it caused well over $1-million worth of damage.

Ground Blizzard Causes Total Whiteout in Grand Forks, ND: Sun Dogs and Convective Rolls Spotted

***NOT FOR BROADCAST*** Contact Brett Adair with Live Storms Media to license. brett@livestormsmedia.com A potent cold front passed through the Red River Valley of North Dakota early on Wednesday morning 12-4-24. With this, arctic air caused temperatures to plummet to the single digits, with extremely cold windchills below -20. This frontal passage also brought incredibly… Continue reading Ground Blizzard Causes Total Whiteout in Grand Forks, ND: Sun Dogs and Convective Rolls Spotted

Severe Rollover Accident Causes Multiple Injuries in Mahnomen County, MN

Very Serious Rollover Crash With Multiple Injuries In Mahnomen County, MN NAYTAHWAUSH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We had a very serious rollover crash with multiple injuries near Naytahwaush, Minnesota Monday evening. At least 2 life flights were headed to the scene. * Check back later Tuesday morning for more details.

Suicidal Individual Causes Closure of Kennedy Bridge in Grand Forks, Resulting in Severe Traffic Delays

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Police have shut down the Kennedy Bridge between Grand Forks and East Grand Forks. A major traffic backup is building.

UPDATE: Investigating the Causes of the Fatal UND Aviation Plane Crash

UPDATE: What Caused Fatal UND Aviation Plane Crash? TRAILL COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Uniiversity of North Dakota Aviation student was killed Monday evening, when his plane crashed south of Grand Forks, North Dakota. We have the latest information on the crash as the investigation of it continues.

Update: Fire Causes Extensive Heat and Smoke Damage at Lake Park American Legion in MN

UPDATE: Fire Causes Significant Heat & Smoke Damage At Lake Park, MN American Legion LAKE PARK, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Lake Park, Minnesota Fire Chief, Dave Coufal says a Sunday night fire caused significant heat and smoke damage at the American Legion.

Semi Fire on I-94 Near Fergus Falls Causes Major Traffic Delays, Driver Injured in Tire Blowout

Semi Fire on I-94 Near Fergus Falls Causes Major Traffic Delays, Driver Injured in Tire Blowout

FERGUS FALLS, Minn.(trfnews.i234.me)  – The Minnesota State Patrol responded to a semi-truck fire on eastbound I-94 near Fergus Falls late Tuesday morning. The semi, carrying hay bales, caught fire, prompting a swift response from emergency services. The driver, 64-year-old Gerald Bergen of Carrot River, Saskatchewan, was outside attending to the load when a trailer tire… Continue reading Semi Fire on I-94 Near Fergus Falls Causes Major Traffic Delays, Driver Injured in Tire Blowout

BREAKING NEWS: Storm Causes Minor Damage and Power Outages in Reynolds, ND

BREAKING NEWS: Light, Northern Valley Storm Damage, Power Outage In Reynolds, ND GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Some light, Northern Valley storm damage, after wind gusts of 63-miles per hour rolled through Greater Grand Forks this Friday morning.

Wrong-Way DUI Driver Causes Three-Vehicle Crash on I-94 in Barnes County

A three-vehicle property crash occurred on the night of September 14, 2024, on Interstate 94 near mile marker 283, just southeast of Sanborn, ND. The crash, caused by a wrong-way driver, resulted in no injuries but led to significant vehicle damage and a DUI arrest. At approximately 8:39 PM, 39-year-old Skyler Holub of Jamestown, ND,… Continue reading Wrong-Way DUI Driver Causes Three-Vehicle Crash on I-94 in Barnes County

Liberty Township Garage Fire Causes Significant Damage, Home Largely Unscathed

Liberty Township Garage Fire Causes Significant Damage, Home Largely Unscathed

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In the early hours of Monday morning, a fire erupted in the attached garage of a home in Liberty Township, located just north of Bemidji. At 2:04 a.m., the Bemidji Fire Department responded to a report of a structure fire on the 13000 block of Beaver Lodge Lane. Upon arrival, firefighters… Continue reading Liberty Township Garage Fire Causes Significant Damage, Home Largely Unscathed

Fargo Twin Home Fire Causes Extensive Damage, No Injuries in Sunday Afternoon Blaze

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The Fargo Fire Department has provided an update on the Sunday afternoon fire that severely damaged a twin home on 50th Avenue South. At 4:32 p.m., firefighters were dispatched to the scene after receiving reports of curtains catching fire in a basement bedroom. Fortunately, both residents at the time escaped unharmed… Continue reading Fargo Twin Home Fire Causes Extensive Damage, No Injuries in Sunday Afternoon Blaze

Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 2 Near Fosston Causes Traffic Delays

Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 2 Near Fosston Causes Traffic Delays

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Breaking news from Polk County, Minnesota: A two-vehicle crash was reported this Thursday evening on Highway 2, just east of Fosston. The collision occurred near the intersection of County Road 4 at the turn to Lengby. Emergency responders, including an ambulance, were dispatched to the scene following radio traffic at… Continue reading Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 2 Near Fosston Causes Traffic Delays

Intoxicated Man Causes Stir at Grand Forks Airport: Police Investigating

Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Breaking news from Grand Forks Airport: At 3:26 p.m. on Sunday, police were called to the airport after reports surfaced of an intoxicated man attempting to open restricted doors. Grand Forks police squads responded swiftly, and officers are currently speaking with the individual. No major disruptions have occurred, and the… Continue reading Intoxicated Man Causes Stir at Grand Forks Airport: Police Investigating

Medical Emergency Causes Traffic Backup on I-29 South of Grand Forks

Medical Emergency Causes Traffic Backup on I-29 South of Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Traffic was significantly backed up on Interstate-29 south of Grand Forks around noon on Monday. According to the Highway Patrol, the situation involved a man who was detained but faced no charges. Reports to TRF-News indicated that the backup occurred in the northbound lane. A Highway Patrolman confirmed that the… Continue reading Medical Emergency Causes Traffic Backup on I-29 South of Grand Forks

Storm Causes Severe Damage at Diamond Point Park in Bemidji, Minnesota

Storm Causes Severe Damage at Diamond Point Park in Bemidji, Minnesota

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Today, Bemidji faced significant storm damage, especially at Diamond Point Park near Lake Bemidji and Bemidji State University. The storm, which struck Wednesday afternoon, resulted in the uprooting and snapping of numerous Norway Pines and oak trees that have stood for generations. Initial reports from the National Weather Service indicated winds… Continue reading Storm Causes Severe Damage at Diamond Point Park in Bemidji, Minnesota

Failure to Yield Causes Collision at Greenwood and Highway 59

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On July 12 at 1:53 p.m., police responded to a collision at the intersection of Greenwood Street and Highway 59. Betty Erickson of Thief River Falls was driving a 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee on Greenwood Street when she failed to stop, colliding with a 2013 GMC Terrain driven by… Continue reading Failure to Yield Causes Collision at Greenwood and Highway 59

🚂 Train Derailment Near Big Lake Causes Major Disruption

🚂 Train Derailment Near Big Lake Causes Major Disruption

BIG LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On Saturday, a train derailment near Big Lake, Minnesota, caused significant disruption as 15 rail cars went off the tracks. The derailed train, carrying consumer goods, fortunately, did not involve any hazardous materials. No injuries were reported. However, the crossing at Big Lake is closed as crews work diligently to… Continue reading 🚂 Train Derailment Near Big Lake Causes Major Disruption

Gas Line Strike in Grand Forks Causes Temporary Evacuations

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Another sign of summer construction activity, a gas line strike occurred in Grand Forks on Monday morning. The incident happened on the 1300 block of 20th Street South, leading to temporary evacuations of nearby homes. Residents were asked to leave their homes as a precaution, but the fire department swiftly… Continue reading Gas Line Strike in Grand Forks Causes Temporary Evacuations

Intoxicated Man Causes Commotion at Falls Liquor Over Beer Refusal

Cory Paul Juaire

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On May 21 at 2:38 p.m., police received a report of disorderly conduct at Falls Liquor. Cory Paul Juaire, 33, of Thief River Falls, has been cited for disorderly conduct. Juaire attempted to purchase three cans of Steel Reserve beer but was refused by the clerk due to his… Continue reading Intoxicated Man Causes Commotion at Falls Liquor Over Beer Refusal