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Highway 61 at Borners Court, LAKE CITY, Wabasha County Crash

Incident Incident type: Injury ICR: 24104564 Date/Time: 10/12/2024 13:28   District: 2100 Rochester Case Information Contact: 507-923-2040 Media Contact: Sgt. Troy Christianson (507) 923-2050   Location: Highway 61 at Borners Court, LAKE CITY, Wabasha County   Description: The Toyota and Escalade were southbound on highway 61 when they made contact near Borners Court.    … Continue reading Highway 61 at Borners Court, LAKE CITY, Wabasha County
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Hip-Hop Mogul Diddy Faces Court in Sex Trafficking Case Amid Bail Controversy

Hip-Hop Mogul Diddy Faces Court in Sex Trafficking Case Amid Bail Controversy

NEW YORK (trfnews.i234.me) – Hip-hop icon Sean “Diddy” Combs is set to face Manhattan federal court as he battles serious charges of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy. The 54-year-old music mogul, who was indicted last month for crimes dating back to 2008, is accused of running a network that exploited women, using violence and blackmail… Continue reading Hip-Hop Mogul Diddy Faces Court in Sex Trafficking Case Amid Bail Controversy

Deputy Accused of Sexual Misconduct with Student Appears in Court

Deputy Charged With Student Sex Appears In Court BAGLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Clearwater County Deputy charged with having sex with a student, while working as a Bagley School Resource Officer made his first court appearance Friday. Neil Dolan is now being held in the Beltrami County Jail, according to the BCA.

Thief River Falls Man Faces Court on Murder Charge, Bail Established at $750,000 Cash

Thief River Falls Man Appears In Court On Murder Charge, Bail Set At $750,000 Cash THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls man appeared in court today in connection to a murder charge.

Shocking Court Video Shows Deadly Crash Linked to Armed Drug Dealer, Says Prosecutor

Derrick Thompson

SAINT PAUL, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – Federal prosecutors warned jurors to prepare for the disturbing footage as they played surveillance video during Derrick Thompson’s federal trial. The video, complete with sound, shows a car approaching a green light when an SUV barrels into view, running a red light and crushing the smaller vehicle. Inside, five young… Continue reading Shocking Court Video Shows Deadly Crash Linked to Armed Drug Dealer, Says Prosecutor

Alleged One-Man Crime Wave in Grand Forks Scheduled for Court Appearance Friday

Alleged, 1 Man Crime Wave In Grand Forks Appears In Court Friday GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man has been charged in a string of vehicle break-ins. Shea Kennedy made his initial appearance in Grand Forks District Court on this Friday.

Court Case Update: Anders Odegaard Charged in Wife’s Death in Warren, MN

UPDATE: Court Case Against Anders Odegaard, Charged With Beating His Wife To Death In Warren, MN WARREN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have the latest in the court case against Anders Odegaard of Warren, Minnesota. He’s charged with 2 counts of 2nd Degree Murder in the beating death of his ex-wife in August.

Recent Felony Charges in Grand Forks District Court

Recent Felony Level Charges In Grand Forks District Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A review of recent felony level charges in Grand Forks District Court.

First Court Appearance in Grand Forks Federal Court Related to Child’s Death and Injury of Three Others

1st Appearance In GF Federal Court In Connection to Death of 1 Child & Injury Of 3 Others GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Spirit Lake, North Dakota couple has made their 1st appearance in Grand Forks Federal Court …

Breaking News: North Dakota School Counselor Accused of Sexual Misconduct with Students Appears in Court

BREAKING NEWS: ND School Counselor Facing Sex Related Charges With Students Appears in Court LAKOTA, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Brendon Parsley a school counselor made his initial court appearance in Nelson County Court in Lakota, North Dakota Friday morning.

Latest Domestic Violence Charges in Grand Forks District Court

Recent Domestic Violence Charges In Grand Forks District Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A review of recent Domestic Violence charges in Grand Forks District Court.

Latest Felony Charges Filed in Grand Forks District Court

Recent Felony Charges In Grand Forks District Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A look at recent felony level charges in Grand Forks District Court.

Grand Forks District Court Sees Surge in Felony Charges

Recent Felony Level Charges In Grand Forks District Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A look at recent Felony level charges in Grand Forks District Court.

Grand Forks District Court Sees Increase in Felony Charges

Recent Felony Level Charges In Grand Forks District Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A review of recent felony level charges in Grand Forks District Court.

Latest Felony Charges Filed in the Grand Forks District Court

Recent Felony Level Charges In Grand Forks District Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A look at recent felony level charges in Grand Forks, North Dakota District Court.

Latest Felony Charges in Grand Forks District Court

Recent Felony Level Charges In Grand Forks District Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A review of recent felony level charges in Grand Forks District Court.

Accused of Violating Protection Order in Grand Forks Court

Charged With Violation Of Protection Order In Grand Forks Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man has been charged with Criminal Trespass and Violation of a Protection Order in Grand Forks District Court.

Recent Felony Indictments in Grand Forks District Court

Recent Felony Charges In Grand Forks District Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Recent felony charges in Grand Forks District Court.

Suspect in Digi-Key Murder Case Appears in Court for the First Time

Digi-Key Murder Suspect Makes 1st Court Appearance THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The man charged with murder another man on the ground of Digi-Key in Thief River Falls, Minnesota made his first appearance in Court today. Jorge Estremera remains in jail with bail set at $1.5-million. We have the details.

Latest Felony Charges Filed in Grand Forks District Court

Recent Felony Level Charges In Grand Forks District Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A review of recent felony level charges in Grand Forks District Court.

Recent Felony Indictments in Grand Forks District Court

Recent Felony Charges In Grand Forks District Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A look at recent felony charges in Grand Forks District Court.

New Felony Charges Filed in Grand Forks District Court

Recent Felony Charges In Grand Forks District Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A look at recent felony level charges in Grand Forks District Court.

First Court Appearance on Felony Charges in Polk County

First Appearance On Felony Charges In Polk County Court POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A wrap up of First Appearances on felony charges in Polk County Court on Thursday, November 7, 2019.

Recent Felony Charges in Ramsey County Court, Devils Lake, ND

Recent Felony Level Charges In Ramsey County Court, Devils Lake, ND DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A look at recent felony level charges in Ramsey County Court in Devils Lake, North Dakota.

Latest Felony Charges Filed in Grand Forks District Court

Recent Felony Charges In Grand Forks District Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A look at recent felony level charges in Grand Forks District Court.

Sletten Earns Spot on NABC Honors Court

Story Links KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Recent North Dakota State University men’s basketball player Ryan Sletten earned a spot on the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) Honors Court, it was announced this week.   Sletten earned a bachelor’s degree from NDSU this May with a major in finance, posting a 3.80… Continue reading Sletten Earns Spot on NABC Honors Court

Recent Felony Charges in Grand Forks District Court

Recent Felony Level Charges In Grand Forks District Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A review of recent felony level charges in Grand Forks District Court.

Latest Felony Charges in Grand Forks District Court

Recent Felony Level Charges In Grand Forks District Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Recent Felony level charges in Grand Forks District Court.

Recent Felony Charges Filed in Grand Forks District Court

Recent Felony Level Charges In Grand Forks District Court GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A review of recent felony level charges in Grand Forks District Court.

Recent Felony-Level Charges in Ramsey County Court, Devils Lake, ND

Recent Felony Level Charges In Ramsey Co. Court, Devils Lake, ND DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A review of recent felony level charges in Ramsey County District Court in Devils Lake, North Dakota.

Thief River Falls Court Cases: Harassment, DUI, and Insurance Violations 9-22-2024

Thief River Falls Police Department Legal Update Jose Antonio Baltodano-Gutierrez, 24, Thief River Falls: Charge: Harassment Penalty: $210 fine, 364 days in jail with 288 days stayed for two years Additional: Released with credit for 76 days served, two years of unsupervised probation Dismissed Charges: Felony second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon and misdemeanor domestic… Continue reading Thief River Falls Court Cases: Harassment, DUI, and Insurance Violations 9-22-2024

Randall Duffy Pleads Not Guilty in Fargo Court to Murder of Jody Campbell

Randall Duffy Pleads Not Guilty in Fargo Court to Murder of Jody Campbell

FARGO — In his first in-person court appearance since admitting to killing his ex-girlfriend, Jody Campbell, Randall Duffy, 61, pleaded not guilty to murder in Fargo’s East Central District Court. During the June 8 incident, Duffy allegedly called 911, directing officers to Campbell’s body in his apartment closet. Duffy told investigators that the fatal altercation… Continue reading Randall Duffy Pleads Not Guilty in Fargo Court to Murder of Jody Campbell

Thief River Falls Court Rounds Up: Assault, DUI, and Traffic Violations Lead to Sentences and Fines

Robert Joel Narvaiz, 24: Received a stay of adjudication for felony second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon. Narvaiz is on supervised probation for five years, with a $500 fine, and is prohibited from possessing firearms, ammunition, or explosives. Maria Lyolibeth Rodriguez Centeno, 28: Fined $460 for obstructing the legal process. She was sentenced to 364… Continue reading Thief River Falls Court Rounds Up: Assault, DUI, and Traffic Violations Lead to Sentences and Fines

Court Hanson – Obituary

July 23, 1948 – Sept. 9, 2024 FARGO, N.D. – Court Hanson, 76, Blanchard, N.D., died Monday, Sept. 9, in Sanford Medical Center. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m., with a prayer service at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 11, at Baker Funeral Home in Mayville, N.D. Visitation will continue from 9-10 a.m., followed by a… Continue reading Court Hanson – Obituary

Thief River Falls Court Cases: Threats, Assaults, and DWI Charges Lead to Stays of Adjudication

Jeffrey Alan Brouse

Jeffrey Alan Brouse, 54, Thief River Falls: Stay of adjudication for felony threats of violence $500 fine, credit for three days served Supervised probation for five years No contact with the victim, no entry to the victim’s residence or workplace Must complete a diagnostic assessment Prohibited from using/possessing firearms, ammunition, or explosives A misdemeanor charge… Continue reading Thief River Falls Court Cases: Threats, Assaults, and DWI Charges Lead to Stays of Adjudication

North Dakota Supreme Court Overturns Conviction in Child Sex Abuse Case Due to Prosecutorial Misconduct

David Walter Gaddie

BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The North Dakota Supreme Court has vacated the conviction of David Walter Gaddie, a Grand Forks man found guilty of child sex abuse in 2021, due to prosecutorial misconduct. The court ruled on Wednesday, August 28, that Cass County prosecutors inappropriately presented evidence to the jury that alleged Gaddie had also… Continue reading North Dakota Supreme Court Overturns Conviction in Child Sex Abuse Case Due to Prosecutorial Misconduct

Jennifer Stately’s Case Moves to Federal Court: Facing Multiple Charges in the Tragic Deaths of Her Sons

Jennifer Stately's Case Moves to Federal Court: Facing Multiple Charges in the Tragic Deaths of Her Sons

RED LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – We have an important update in the ongoing legal proceedings against Jennifer Stately of Red Lake, Minnesota, who is accused of the tragic murders of her two young sons. On March 15th, 2024, Stately allegedly stabbed her five and six-year-old sons and then set their home on fire. One of… Continue reading Jennifer Stately’s Case Moves to Federal Court: Facing Multiple Charges in the Tragic Deaths of Her Sons

Tire Slashing Spree Strikes Bemidji: Vandalism Hits Ridgeway Court

Tire Slashing Spree Strikes Bemidji: Vandalism Hits Ridgeway Court

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A wave of vandalism has hit Bemidji, with multiple vehicles targeted in a tire-slashing spree. Reports indicate that over half a dozen cars had their tires slashed in the Ridgeway Court area on Wednesday night or early Thursday morning. Photos from the scene show vehicles being towed away for repairs. Authorities… Continue reading Tire Slashing Spree Strikes Bemidji: Vandalism Hits Ridgeway Court

Federal Court Revives Women’s Hockey Lawsuit Against UND

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A lawsuit claiming the University of North Dakota (UND) violated federal law by cutting its women’s ice hockey program can proceed after the U.S. Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals overturned a lower court’s dismissal. The lawsuit, filed under Title IX, seeks to reinstate the program that was cut in 2017 due… Continue reading Federal Court Revives Women’s Hockey Lawsuit Against UND

⚖️ North Dakota Supreme Court Dismisses Two Sexual Imposition Counts in Devils Lake Case

Howard Anthony Studhorse

RAMSEY COUNTY, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – In a significant legal development, the North Dakota Supreme Court has dismissed two counts of gross sexual imposition from the record of Howard Anthony Studhorse, 63, of Devils Lake. This decision came after an appeal revealed that two of the charges duplicated facts from other counts. Originally sentenced on July… Continue reading ⚖️ North Dakota Supreme Court Dismisses Two Sexual Imposition Counts in Devils Lake Case

🦌 Court Rejects Minnesota Deer Farmers’ Challenge to Tougher Regulations

MINNESOTA (trfnews.i234.me) – A federal judge has dismissed a legal challenge against new Minnesota laws aimed at regulating the state’s deer farming industry. The Minnesota Deer Farmers Association had filed a lawsuit seeking an injunction to block the enforcement of stricter regulations, which were implemented last year to combat the spread of chronic wasting disease… Continue reading 🦌 Court Rejects Minnesota Deer Farmers’ Challenge to Tougher Regulations

Court Orders Mental Evaluation for Grand Forks Man Accused of Cold-Blooded Barroom Murder

Nicholas Jon Narveson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic turn of events, Nicholas Jon Narveson, a 27-year-old Grand Forks man accused of a fatal shooting, has been ordered to undergo a psychological and criminal responsibility evaluation before his case can proceed. Narveson, who is being held on a $1 million bond, appeared in court on Monday,… Continue reading Court Orders Mental Evaluation for Grand Forks Man Accused of Cold-Blooded Barroom Murder

TRF Court Roundup: Multiple Driving Offenses and DWI Charges Lead to Fines and Probation 8-14-2024

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Here is a summary of the court cases involving various individuals in Thief River Falls: Joshua David Lee Weber, 29, Thief River Falls: Six offenses of driving after revocation: $210 for each offense, 90 days in jail (stayed for one year), unsupervised probation for one year. Uninsured vehicle: $125,… Continue reading TRF Court Roundup: Multiple Driving Offenses and DWI Charges Lead to Fines and Probation 8-14-2024

Minnesota Supreme Court Upholds Law Restoring Voting Rights to People with Felony Records

ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The Minnesota Supreme Court has unanimously dismissed a lawsuit challenging the state’s “Restore the Vote” Act, a 2023 law that reinstated voting rights for over 55,000 Minnesotans with felony convictions who have been released from prison. Attorney General Keith Ellison praised the decision, emphasizing that if individuals are not currently… Continue reading Minnesota Supreme Court Upholds Law Restoring Voting Rights to People with Felony Records

Pennington County Court Sentences and Charges 8-7-2024

Pennington County Sheriff’s Office Cases: Carmen Carmela Isham, 51, Red Lake: Fourth-degree driving while impaired (Schedule I or II substance): Fine: $785 Jail: 90 days, stayed for two years Sentence to be served concurrently with the below charge Supervised probation for two years Fifth-degree possession of a controlled substance (over 0.25 grams): Statutory stay of… Continue reading Pennington County Court Sentences and Charges 8-7-2024

Court Hearing Today on Lutsen Lodge’s Future Amid Financial and Legal Issues

Court Hearing Today on Lutsen Lodge's Future Amid Financial and Legal Issues

LUTSEN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A court hearing today will address the future of the Lutsen Lodge property, which was destroyed by fire last February. Bryce Campbell, who operated the historic lodge, is now facing financial difficulties with another property he manages, Superior Shores Resort in Two Harbors. A Lake County judge has temporarily transferred control… Continue reading Court Hearing Today on Lutsen Lodge’s Future Amid Financial and Legal Issues

Thief River Falls and Pennington County Recent Court Cases 7-30-2024

Thief River Falls Police Department Cases Shawn Duane Rud: Age 44, Thief River Falls. Convicted of disorderly conduct (brawling or fighting) with a $210 fine and 30 days in jail. The charge of fourth-degree driving while impaired was dismissed. Ryan Eugene Strong: Age 26, Red Lake. Fined $285 for driving without insurance. Wendy Sue Gustafson:… Continue reading Thief River Falls and Pennington County Recent Court Cases 7-30-2024

Charge Dismissed Against Marsha Lynn Warren in Becker County Court

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Marsha Lynn Warren, 57, of rural Waubun, has had a felony charge of making terrorist threats dismissed in Becker County District Court. The charge stemmed from an incident on July 27, 2023, when White Earth police were informed by the victim, identified by the initials K.I.W., that Warren had threatened… Continue reading Charge Dismissed Against Marsha Lynn Warren in Becker County Court

Appeals Court Overturns Major Conviction in High-Profile Drug Ring Case

Darius Sledge

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A federal appeals court has determined that Darius Sledge, one of the men sentenced to 30 years for operating a drug ring across three Native American reservations in North Dakota, was wrongfully convicted on the most serious charge against him. Last summer, a jury found Darius Sledge, 32, guilty of four… Continue reading Appeals Court Overturns Major Conviction in High-Profile Drug Ring Case

Recent Court Cases in Thief River Falls 7-23-2024

Thief River Falls Police Department Cases Matthew James Brang, 28, Thief River Falls Charge: Second-degree driving while impaired – two or more aggravating factors Penalties: $235 fine, 364 days in jail (stayed for four years), supervised probation for four years, chemical dependency evaluation/treatment, and successful completion of drug court Derek Reginald Brummund, 43, Thief River… Continue reading Recent Court Cases in Thief River Falls 7-23-2024

Breaking: House Fire Erupts on Old Willow Court in Bemidji

BREAKING NEWS: Thursday Night House Fire In Bemidji

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Breaking news out of Bemidji, Minnesota, this Thursday evening: A house fire has broken out in the southwest part of town, about a mile and a half out on Old Willow Court Northwest. Emergency services received a call at 8:13 p.m. reporting the blaze at 240 Old Willow Court Northwest. The… Continue reading Breaking: House Fire Erupts on Old Willow Court in Bemidji

U.S. 8th Circuit Court Strikes Down Minnesota’s Concealed Carry Ban for Young Adults

ST. LOUIS (trfnews.i234.me) – In a landmark decision on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, the U.S. 8th Circuit Court of Appeals delivered a unanimous ruling in favor of Minnesota gun owners and Second Amendment advocates. The court ruled that Minnesota’s ban on concealed carry for individuals under the age of 21 is unconstitutional, marking a significant… Continue reading U.S. 8th Circuit Court Strikes Down Minnesota’s Concealed Carry Ban for Young Adults

Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Charges from Basketball Court Shooting

Allen Little

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man waived his Monday, July 8, preliminary hearing and pleaded not guilty to two felony charges stemming from a reported shooting at a local basketball court. Allen Jaborie Ticordiyae Little, 24, pleaded not guilty to aggravated assault with a dangerous weapon and reckless endangerment showing extreme indifference,… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Charges from Basketball Court Shooting

Pennington County Court Cases: Recent Sentences and Charges 7-10-2024

Pennington County Sheriff’s Office Cases Jeremy Aaron Tostrup, 27, Viking: Felony charge of second-degree burglary dismissed. Crystal Caroline Mendoza, 35, Thief River Falls: Statutory stay of adjudication for a gross misdemeanor charge of fifth-degree controlled substance crime. She was fined $125, placed on probation for two years, required to complete a comprehensive assessment within 60… Continue reading Pennington County Court Cases: Recent Sentences and Charges 7-10-2024

Court Hearing for Minnesota State Senator Pushed to August

Nicole Mitchell

DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – An omnibus court hearing for State Senator Nicole Mitchell of Woodbury, Minnesota, has been rescheduled to late August in Detroit Lakes. The Becker County Court administrator’s office confirmed that the hearing has been moved to August 30th at the request of the defense. Mitchell faces a first-degree burglary charge for… Continue reading Court Hearing for Minnesota State Senator Pushed to August

Grand Forks Bar Shooting Caught on Camera: Suspect Appears in Court

Nicholas Jon Narveson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Nicholas Jon Narveson, a 26-year-old Grand Forks resident, faced his first court appearance on Friday after being accused of fatally shooting 53-year-old James Jorgenson inside Sledster’s bar on Independence Day. The incident occurred around 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. During his 10-minute hearing, Narveson appeared indifferent, yawning several times. He was… Continue reading Grand Forks Bar Shooting Caught on Camera: Suspect Appears in Court

Rhode Island Drug Kingpin Loses Appeal but Keeps Lengthy Sentence

Steven Barros Pinto

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Rhode Island man, Steven Barros Pinto, convicted of manufacturing tens of thousands of fentanyl pills for an international drug ring, will have one less charge on his record after an appeals court ruled he faced double jeopardy. However, his sentence is unlikely to change. The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals… Continue reading Rhode Island Drug Kingpin Loses Appeal but Keeps Lengthy Sentence

Minnesota Couple Faces Court for Allegedly Exploiting Elderly Mother in $275,000 Fraud

MARSHALL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Strandquist, Minnesota, man appeared in court on June 18 for charges of financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult. Jeffrey Lars McHam, 65, was released without bond on his promise to attend future court proceedings. McHam and his significant other, Peggy Ann Omdahl, face charges of financial exploitation of a… Continue reading Minnesota Couple Faces Court for Allegedly Exploiting Elderly Mother in $275,000 Fraud

Senate Republicans Block Bipartisan Bump Stock Ban After Supreme Court Ruling

WASHINGTON (trfnews.i234.me) – On Tuesday, Senate Republicans blocked bipartisan legislation that aimed to ban bump stocks, following a recent Supreme Court decision that struck down a prior ban on the rapid-fire gun accessory used in the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history. Democrats, led by Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Susan Collins (R-Maine), attempted to force… Continue reading Senate Republicans Block Bipartisan Bump Stock Ban After Supreme Court Ruling

Federal Court Takes Over Child Porn Charges Against Former ND Superintendent & Fargo Man

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Child porn charges against the former Superintendent of Midkota Schools and a Fargo man have now moved into Federal Court. Ryan Baron and Aaron Doss allegedly swapped child porn images.

Supreme Court Strikes Down Ban on Bump Stocks

Supreme Court Strikes Down Ban on Bump Stocks

(ATF photo) WASHINGTON (trfnews.i234.me) — The Supreme Court on Friday struck down a ban on bump stocks, a gun accessory that allows semi-automatic weapons to fire rapidly like machine guns. The decision marks a significant ruling on a device used in the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history. The high court, in a 6-3… Continue reading Supreme Court Strikes Down Ban on Bump Stocks

Viking Man Faces Justice: Initial Court Appearance for Alleged Methamphetamine Crime

Jeremy Aaron Tostrup

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jeremy Aaron Tostrup, 27, faces a daunting legal battle following his initial court appearance in Grand Forks County on June 11. Charged with a Class A felony for possessing over 50 grams of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, Tostrup could serve up to 20 years in prison if convicted. The… Continue reading Viking Man Faces Justice: Initial Court Appearance for Alleged Methamphetamine Crime

Fargo Woman Killed in Domestic Dispute Had Prior Violent Incidents with Accused Killer

Randall Dale Duffy

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jody Campbell, 59, tragically lost her life on Saturday, June 8, during a domestic dispute with 61-year-old Randall Dale Duffy at an apartment in the 3100 block of 33rd Street South, Fargo. On Monday, Duffy was charged with murder, a Class AA felony, and felony domestic violence, a Class C felony,… Continue reading Fargo Woman Killed in Domestic Dispute Had Prior Violent Incidents with Accused Killer

Crookston Man Faces Court for Eight Felony Drug Charges

Aladdin Da'jion Bankhead

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Crookston man appeared in court on Thursday, June 6, facing eight felony drug charges. Aladdin Da’jion Bankhead, 30, is charged with conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance crime, first-degree sale of at least 17 grams of methamphetamine within 90 days, two counts of second-degree sale of methamphetamine in… Continue reading Crookston Man Faces Court for Eight Felony Drug Charges

Prison Cartel Boss Orchestrates Major Drug Trafficking Operation from Behind Bars

Jesus Celestin-Ortega

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Court documents related to a newly filed case in U.S. District Court in North Dakota reveal a shocking discovery: a major drug trafficking operation run by a Mexican cartel member from a federal prison in Colorado. This operation facilitated the shipment of large quantities of fentanyl, heroin, and other illegal substances… Continue reading Prison Cartel Boss Orchestrates Major Drug Trafficking Operation from Behind Bars

Justice Affirmed: Riemers’ Disorderly Conduct Conviction Upheld by North Dakota Supreme Court

Roland Riemers

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a significant legal development, the North Dakota Supreme Court, led by Justice Jerod Tufte, has upheld the criminal judgment against U.S. House candidate Roland Riemers. Riemers was convicted of Class B misdemeanor disorderly conduct following a one-day jury trial. The case stemmed from an incident where Riemers blocked a… Continue reading Justice Affirmed: Riemers’ Disorderly Conduct Conviction Upheld by North Dakota Supreme Court

Repeat Offender Faces New Charges: Fosston Woman in Court for Major Drug Bust

Michelle Jean Laird

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Michelle Jean Laird, 52, from Fosston, Minnesota, made her first court appearance on Monday, June 3, in Pennington County, facing a first-degree controlled substance charge. Already convicted of a third-degree controlled substance crime last year, Laird now risks up to 40 years in prison, with a mandatory minimum of four… Continue reading Repeat Offender Faces New Charges: Fosston Woman in Court for Major Drug Bust

Legendary NBA Star Bill Walton Dies at 71: A Champion On and Off the Court

Bill Walton

606 Bill Walton, the legendary NBA Hall of Famer renowned for his incredible career and vibrant personality, has died at the age of 71 after a prolonged battle with cancer. Walton’s illustrious career saw him winning championships at every level of basketball—high school, college at UCLA, and professionally with the Portland Trail Blazers and Boston… Continue reading Legendary NBA Star Bill Walton Dies at 71: A Champion On and Off the Court

Minneapolis Man Faces 15 Felony Charges in Grand Forks: Initial Court Appearance Held Nearly Two Years After Warrant Issued

Tyler Berg

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Nearly two years after a warrant was issued for his arrest, Tyler Gene Berg, 33, of Minneapolis, made his initial appearance in three Grand Forks County felony cases on Wednesday, May 29. Berg, who has been in Hennepin County’s custody since January, faces 15 drug- and theft-related felony charges. His… Continue reading Minneapolis Man Faces 15 Felony Charges in Grand Forks: Initial Court Appearance Held Nearly Two Years After Warrant Issued

Grand Forks Man Faces Court After Weekend Shooting Incident

Marko D. Ruot

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Marko Ruot, 43, appeared in court on Tuesday, May 28, for a shooting incident over the weekend. Ruot is accused of firing a gun inside his girlfriend’s apartment at Brentwood Estates on Sunday morning. The incident occurred after Ruot, allegedly intoxicated at 9 a.m., argued with her brother. A… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Court After Weekend Shooting Incident

Grand Forks Man Claims Self-Defense in Basketball Court Shooting

Allen Little

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man accused of shooting another man on a basketball court is speaking out, claiming he was defending his family. The incident occurred around 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 25, at the Abbott Sports Complex across from Purper Arena. “I got my family beside me,” said 24-year-old Allen… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Claims Self-Defense in Basketball Court Shooting

Kangaroo Court Conviction”: Senator Cramer Reacts to Trump’s Guilty Verdict

WASHINGTON (trfnews.i234.me) – Minutes after a New York jury found former President Donald Trump guilty of 34 felonies, North Dakota Republican U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer posted his reaction on social media. “A kangaroo court in a third world city has ensured Donald Trump’s place in history as the 1st convicted president to win re-election,” Cramer… Continue reading Kangaroo Court Conviction”: Senator Cramer Reacts to Trump’s Guilty Verdict

Minnesota Court Records Unavailable on TRF News This Week due to State System Outage

ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) You may have noticed a lack of Minnesota court records on TRF News this week. The State sysem is down. We’ll have those for you as soon as system is back up and running.

Court sets trial date in death of 3-year-old child from Spirit Lake, ND

FORT TOTTEN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Federal trial date of June 25th has been set in connection to the death of 3-year old Ariana McKay. Her father, Austin Lester and his girlfriend, Krissy Hinsley are facing charges in connection to the death of the child.

Downtown Fargo Assault: Multiple Suspects Involved in Serious Altercation

Sam Pikula

FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – Travice Ledoux, 36, faces charges of aggravated assault and accomplice to aggravated assault following an altercation in downtown Fargo. Court records reveal Ledoux as suspect #4 in a brawl on April 6th. The incident unfolded when two men began fighting on NP Avenue. As two others attempted to intervene, Ledoux and five… Continue reading Downtown Fargo Assault: Multiple Suspects Involved in Serious Altercation

Deadly Stabbing Unfolds Outside Fargo Bar: New Details Emerge from Court Records

Michael Diedrich

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a chilling turn of events, court records are shedding light on the tragic stabbing incident that claimed the life of 22-year-old Ethan Larson outside a Fargo bar early last Thursday morning. 1. Barroom Brawl Turns Fatal: According to investigators, a confrontation between Larson, hailing from Newfolden, Minnesota, and Michael Diedrich… Continue reading Deadly Stabbing Unfolds Outside Fargo Bar: New Details Emerge from Court Records