Ask A Trooper: Can 911 find me even if I don’t know where I am, can’t say or don’t speak English? – .

Question: I thought I heard about 911 being able to find accurate locations even when people don’t know exactly where they are. Can you talk about that? Answer: Yes, we shared some information on this very subject on our Minnesota Department of Public Safety’s blog just recently. I will share the article. “As a former… Continue reading Ask A Trooper: Can 911 find me even if I don’t know where I am, can’t say or don’t speak English? – .

Grand Forks Car Theft Goes Awry, Suspect Arrested

Leland Jeanotte Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a bizarre turn of events, 26-year-old Leland Jeanotte Jr. of Grand Forks found himself in legal trouble after allegedly attempting to steal a car. On January 18th, in the 100 block of North Third Street in downtown Grand Forks, Jeanotte is accused of seizing an opportunity to steal a… Continue reading Grand Forks Car Theft Goes Awry, Suspect Arrested

Becker County Sheriff’s Office Alerts Public to Phone Scam

Becker County Sheriff's Office Alerts Public to Phone Scam

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The Becker County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public about a phone scam that is exploiting their office’s phone number (218-847-2661). In this scam, individuals receive a call informing them that they have missed a court appearance in Becker County, resulting in an arrest warrant being issued against them. The… Continue reading Becker County Sheriff’s Office Alerts Public to Phone Scam

Angling Regulations Enforcement in Northern Minnesota

Minnesota’s Department of Natural Resources is reminding anglers of the importance of adhering to fishing regulations, particularly the necessity of carrying a valid fishing license. Recent reports from conservation officers across the region highlight a series of violations and consequential enforcement actions. Conservation Officer Sarah Jahn, operating in the Thief River Falls area, has been… Continue reading Angling Regulations Enforcement in Northern Minnesota

Ask A Trooper: Will I get a ticket if I don’t have both hands on the handlebars? – .

Question: I like riding my motorcycle without hands on the handlebars from time to time. I know it’s probably frowned upon and not advised, just like riding without a helmet. But when I’m going down the road at cruising speed, it’s freedom: The bike and I are one. I’m just wondering, legally, can I get… Continue reading Ask A Trooper: Will I get a ticket if I don’t have both hands on the handlebars? – .

AP POLL: Despite Staggering Losses, 1 In 3 Americans Say They Don’t Plan On Getting COIVD Vaccine

UNITED STATES (trfnews.i234.me) Despite Staggering Losses, 1 In 3 Americans Say They Don’t Plan On Getting COIVD Vaccine.

From The MN State Patrol See this? Don’t drive through it. Flooding can make a road impassible in secon…

  See this? Don’t drive through it. Flooding can make a road impassible in seconds. If a road is covered in water: Turn around, don’t drown. Stick to posted detours and check 511mn.org for the latest road conditions during spring flooding.

From The MN State Patrol Don’t get caught off guard. The roads are slick. Slow down, wear your seat belt,…

Don’t get caught off guard. The roads are slick. Slow down, wear your seat belt, put distractions away, and increase your following distance! Please slow down today! The roads have many icy spots. Some areas are good then suddenly they are not. Most of the gravel roads are glare ice!