EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Grand Forks Arrest of Attempted Murder Suspect Accused of Trying to Kill Mother

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Attempted Murder Suspect Arrested In Grand Forks, Allegedly Tried To Kill Mother GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have exclusive video of a Grand Forks woman being arrested early Wednesday morning, now charged with attempting to murder her mother.

Not a Corpse in the Freezer Along Grand Forks River: My Terrifying Experience

SCARY EXPERIENCE: It Wasn't Body In Freezer Along The River In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A frightening experience for some teenage girls in Grand Forks. They found a freezer along the river they thought contained a body. Police say it wasn’t.

URGENT UPDATE: Vehicle Strikes Pedestrian at 9 AM on Sunday in Grand Forks

BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Pedestrian Hit By Vehicle At 9 AM Sunday In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding our story of a pedestrian hit by a vehicle in Grand Forks Sunday morning.

UPDATE: Third Individual Charged in Overdose-Related Crash Into Grand Forks Church

UPDATE: 3rd Person Charged In Overdose Crash Into Grand Forks Church GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A third person has now been charged in connection to an overdose crash into a Grand Forks church.

UPDATE: Two Arrested Following Early Friday Morning Pursuit and Search in Grand Forks

UPDATE: 2 Arrested In Early Friday Morning Grand Forks Pursuit & Search GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding an early Friday morning Grand Forks pursuit and search. The Sheriff’s now says 2 people were arrested.

Two Grand Forks Residents Charged with Drug Trafficking

Two Grand Forks Men Facing Drug Trafficking Charges GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two Grand Forks men are facing drug trafficking charges, following investigations by the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force.

URGENT UPDATE: Rescue Operation in Progress on Sorlie Bridge Between Grand Forks and East Grand Forks

BREAKING NEWS: Rescue Underway On Sorlie Bridge Downtown Grand Forks-East Grand Forks EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A rescue is underway, after a man crawled over the bridge railing into the structure beneath it on the Sorlie Bridge in Downtown Grand Forks-East Grand Forks.

Pendleton Sentenced to Life in Prison for the Murder of Grand Forks Police Officer, Cody Holte

Pendleton Gets Life In Prison For Murder Of Grand Forks Police Officer, Cody Holte GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Salamah Pendleton has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of Grand Forks Police …

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.

URGENT NEWS: Man Who Climbed Bridge in Grand Forks Plunges to Ground, Police Report

BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Grand Forks Police Say Man Who Climbed On Bridge Fell GRAND FORKS-EAST GRAND FORKS (trfnews.i234.me) Police now say a man who climbed out on the Sorlie Bridge in downtown Grand Forks Tuesday night, fell onto the ice. His condition is unknown.

Pair from Grand Forks Charged with Drug Trafficking

Grand Forks Pair Facing Drug Trafficking Charges GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man and woman from Grand Forks are facing drug trafficking charges. Adam and Amanda Delvo’s residence was searched in March. They’re now charged.

Fargo SWAT Captures Sexual Assault Suspect Linked to Grand Forks County Officer Shooting

Fargo SWAT Takes Down Sexual Assault Suspect, Same Man Involved In GF County Officer Shooting FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The Red River Valley SWAT Team took a dangerous sexual assault suspect into custody in Fargo early Saturday morning. Travis Holt is the same man shot be an officer in Grand Forks County in March of 2019.… Continue reading Fargo SWAT Captures Sexual Assault Suspect Linked to Grand Forks County Officer Shooting

Will the Immigrant Justice System Prevail? Grandfather of Grand Forks Murder Victim Speaks Out

Will Immigrant Actually Face Justice? Grandfather Of Grand Forks Murder Victim Speaks Out GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A native of Somalia plead guilty to murdering a Grand Forks woman today. But, it’s still unclear in this case whether justice can actually be served. *.Spelling correction: “Somalia”.

LATEST: Significant Police Activity in Grand Forks Neighborhood Thursday Evening

UPDATE: Large Police Presence In Grand Forks Neighborhood Thursday Evening GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Large police presence in Grand Forks neighborhood.

Man Killed in Grand Forks Shooting, Suspect Remains at Large

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO UPDATE: 1 Man Dies In Grand Forks Shooting, No Arrest GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update from Grand Forks Police regarding a Saturday night shooting at an apartment building on Stanford Road. One man is dead. No one has been arrested and there is no danger to the public.

URGENT UPDATE: Woman Reported in Red River at Grand Forks

BREAKING NEWS: Report Of Female In Red River At Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Emergency crews were called to the banks of the Red River on the south end of Grand Forks Sunday night, after a report of a woman jumping in the riiver.

Unusual Grand Forks Burglary Incident Under Investigation

Alleged, Unusual Grand Forks Burglary Incident GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks couple is facing a felony charge, following an alleged, unusual burglary incident.

Opponents Voice Concerns Over $352 Million Grand Forks Corn Milling Plant

Critics Of $352-Million Grand Forks Corn Milling Plant Speak Out GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Several critics of a proposed corn milling plant spoke out during the Grand Forks City Council meeting.

UPDATE: Human Smuggling Operation Linked to 4 Deaths, Involved Fargo and Grand Forks Stops

UPDATE: 4 Deaths Part Of Larger Human Smuggling Operation, Included Stops In Fargo and Grand Forks PEMBINA, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We now have more details in a human smuggling case that left a family of 4 from India dead from exposure, just over the Minnesota border into Canada this week. Steve Shand of Florida has been… Continue reading UPDATE: Human Smuggling Operation Linked to 4 Deaths, Involved Fargo and Grand Forks Stops

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.

Warren, MN Attorney Imprisoned After Assault Leaves Ex-Wife from Grand Forks in Critical Condition

Warren, MN Attorney Jailed, Ex-Wife From Grand Forks Critical Condition From Beating WARREN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Warren, Minnesota attorney, Anders Odegaard is in the Marshall County jail awaiting formal charges in the near death beating of his ex-wife. His ex-wife, 31-year old Carissa Joy Odegaard of Grand Forks is currently in critical condition at a… Continue reading Warren, MN Attorney Imprisoned After Assault Leaves Ex-Wife from Grand Forks in Critical Condition

Accused Bold Potato Chip Thief Strikes in Grand Forks

Alleged, Brazen, Potato Chip Bandit In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing criminal charges, after allegedly stealing a bag of potato chips from a vehicle inside a Grand Forks homeowners garage.

26-Year-Old Man Charged with Class AA Murder in Sunday Shooting Death of 28-Year-Old Grand Forks Woman

Class AA Murder Charge Against (26) Man In Sunday Shooting Death Of (28) Grand Forks Woman GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A charge of Class AA murder has been filed against (26) Ahmed Abdullahi in the Sunday shooting death of (28) Megan Gustafson.

LATEST DEVELOPMENTS: Suspect Apprehended in Grand Forks Murder Investigation

BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Grand Forks Murder Investigation, Suspect In Custody GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Grand Forks Police are investigating the stabbing death of a male. A juvenile suspect is in custody.

Grand Forks Sex Offender Accused of Engaging in Explicit Facebook Chats with Local Women

Grand Forks Sex Offender Allegedly Having Sexual Facebook Conversations With Area Women GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A convicted Grand Forks sex offender is facing a new charge, after allegedly disguising himself and having sexual conversations on facebook with area women.

Blizzard Winds Cause Significant Damage at Grand Forks Construction Site

Blizzard Winds Leave Major Damage At Grand Forks Construction Site GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) High winds during our weekend blizzard left behind thousands of dollars worth of damage at a Grand Forks construction site.

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.

UPDATE: Grand Forks Storm Causing Damage as it Progresses into 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.

Winter Storm Alert: Up to 14 Inches of Snow Expected in Grand Forks

WINTER STORM WARNING: As Much As 14″ Snow For Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We’re in a Winter Storm Warning Until Monday evening. The National Weather Service in Grand Forks says travel could become impossible at times later tonight.

BREAKING: Bemidji Trio Apprehended in East Grand Forks, Charged with Thefts in Crookston

UPDATE: Bemidji Trio Captured In East Grand Forks, Charged In Crookston Thefts CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding the capture of 3 suspects in East Grand Forks Monday, after thefts were reported at the Crookston Walmart. Three Bemidji residents are now facing a string of criminal charges.

URGENT UPDATE: Fatal Crash Near Grand Forks Airport Leaves One Dead, Several Injured

BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: 1 Dead & Multiple People Injured In Crash By Grand Forks Airport GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update on a Friday morning, multiple vehicle crash on Highway 2 by the Grand Forks Airport. The Highway Patrol says 1 person was killed and several people injured. They have not identified any… Continue reading URGENT UPDATE: Fatal Crash Near Grand Forks Airport Leaves One Dead, Several Injured

Urgent Update: Train Strikes Pedestrian in Downtown Grand Forks

BREAKING NEWS: Pedestrian Hit By Train In Downtown Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A pedestrian survived getting hit by a train in downtown Grand Forks early Thursday morning. He apparently got himself to a bar with an arm amputation and called for help.

Daughter of Grand Forks Assistant State’s Attorney Reported Missing from Montana Home

Daughter Of Asst. Grand Forks States Attorney Missing From Montana Home SIDNEY, MT (trfnews.i234.me) The daughter of an Assistant Grand Forks States Attorney is missing from her home in Sidney, Montana. A missing person alert has been issued.

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.

UPDATE: Bond Set at $500,000 for Grand Forks Juvenile Tried as Adult for Murder

UPDATE: Bond Set At $500,000, ORIGINAL STORY: Grand Forks Juvenile Being Tried For Murder As Adult GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Murder charge was filed against 17-year old Cazmere Haskins of Grand Forks in the stabbing death of 24-year old Anfernee Economy on March 7th, 2024. Haskins will be tried in adult court and if… Continue reading UPDATE: Bond Set at $500,000 for Grand Forks Juvenile Tried as Adult for Murder

Restitution for Grand Forks Tire Slasher Delayed Amid $32,000 Dispute

Matthew Vincent Morris

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Victims of a tire-slashing spree in Grand Forks will have to wait longer for compensation as a dispute over restitution arises in court. Matthew Morris, 32, who is already serving a two-year prison sentence for slashing 91 tires in October 2023, was back in court on Friday, Sept. 20. The… Continue reading Restitution for Grand Forks Tire Slasher Delayed Amid $32,000 Dispute

BREAKING NEWS: Major Accident Reported on 32nd Avenue in Grand Forks

BREAKING NEWS: What Appears To Be A Very Serious Crash On 32nd Avenue In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Emergency crews were on the scene of what sounded like a very serious crash on 32nd Avenue South in Grand Forks late Monday afternoon.

URGENT UPDATE: East Grand Forks Police Report Power Station Failures Resulting in Widespread Outages

BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: East Grand Forks Police Say Power Stations Failed… Power Outages EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A dispatcher at the East Grand Forks Police Department tells TRF News that 2 transformer/power stations failed. No injuries. Power outages. Check East Grand Forks Police Department facebook page for updates on power outages.

BREAKING: Three Charged Following SWAT and Task Force Raids in Grand Forks

UPDATE: Grand Forks SWAT & Task Force Raids, 3 Now Charged GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force and SWAT Team conducting drug raids in that town on Wednesday. As of this Friday, 3 people have been charged following Wednesday’s raids.

BREAKING NEWS: Video from Grand Forks Shows Possible Fatality Scene

BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Grand Forks Video From Scene Of Possibly Deceased Person GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Grand Forks Police are on the scene of a possibly deceased person late Friday afternoon. We’re now getting information the person may have been found in a vehicle, outside. * Check back soon for more details.

Ongoing Investigation Into Identity of Body Discovered in Grand Forks’ Red River

Investigation Continues As To Who Was Found In Red River In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The investigation continues as to who was found in the Red River at Grand Forks on Saturday evening.

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.

New UFO Sighting Reported in Grand Forks

Another UFO Sighting, This Time Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks woman has come forward with her UFO story, following our report of a UFO sighting at Dorset, Minnesota this Wednesday morning.

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.

Contentious Grand Forks Council Meeting Leads to Police Escort for Developers and Councilman

Ugly Grand Forks Council Meeting, Police Escort Developers & Councilman To Their Vehicles GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) It was another heated debate over a proposed $700-million corn milling plant in Grand Forks. Police escorted developers and a councilman to their vehicles, after the meeting.

Amid Protests, Grand Forks Council Approves Land Annexation for Fufeng Corn Processing Plant

Despite Threatening Protests, Grand Forks Council Annexes Land For Fufeng Corn Processing Plant GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The Grand Forks City Council voted to annex land for a new, massive corn processing plant on Monday, despite threatening protests by some.

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO UPDATE: Body Found in Red River, Grand Forks

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO UPDATE: Body Recovered From Red River In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Police have now confirmed to TRF News a body was recovered from the Red River in Grand Forks Saturday evening.

EXCLUSIVE: Attempted Abduction Incident Reported in Grand Forks

EXCLUSIVE: Report Of Attempted Abduction In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A woman tells TRF News she believes she was the target of an attempted abduction in Grand Forks Thursday evening. * At this point, Police aren’t commenting yet.

Three Men Arrested on Felony Charges by Grand Forks Police

Grand Forks Police arrest 3 men on Felony Charges GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) It was busy weekend for Grand Forks Police. Three men were arrested in 3 separate incidents on felony charges.

URGENT UPDATE: Significant Unrest at Grand Forks County Jail

BREAKING NEWS: Major Disturbance At Grand Forks County Jail GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We had a major disturbance at the Grand Forks County Jail early on this Thursday morning.

UPDATED: 35-Year Prison Term for Murder of Young Grand Forks Woman

UPDATE: 35 Year Prison Sentence For Murder Of Young Grand Forks Woman GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An immigrant from somalia, Ahmed Abdullahi of East Grand Forks was sentenced to 35 years in prison today under a plea deal, where he plead guilty to the murder. He will face deportation after his sentence is served.

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.

Grand Forks Man Arrested for Alleged Burglary at NW Minnesota Bar

Grand Forks Man Arrested In Connection To NW Minnesota Bar Burglary STEPHEN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man has been arrested in connection to a bar burglary in Stephen, Minnesota earlier this week.

EXCLUSIVE: Major Drug Bust in Grand Forks Caught on Camera

EXCLUSIVE: Significant Grand Forks Drug Bust Captured On Video GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Two men have been charged and a third man is expected to be charged soon in a significant drug bust in Grand Forks. And it was captured on video.

Four Discovered Deceased in Grand Forks, North Dakota Residence

Four Found Dead In Grand Forks, North Dakota Home GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Four people have been found dead in a Grand Forks, North Dakota home. Police say it appears there was forced entry to the home.

Potential Settlement or Lawsuit Looms in Grand Forks Balcony Collapse Incident

Possible Settlement Or Lawsuit Brewing In Grand Forks Balcony Collapse GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Five people were injured, following the collapse of a balcony at a Grand Forks apartment last June. Now, TRF News has learned a possible settlement or lawsuit is brewing.

Grand Forks Resident Accused of Sexual Assault at Military Air Base

Grand Forks Man Charged With Rape At Air Base GRAND FORKS AIR FORCE BASE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man has been charged with rape at the Grand Forks Air Force Base.

UPDATE: Investigation Reveals Causes of $130 Million Aircraft Crash Near Grand Forks Air Force Base

UPDATE: What Caused A $130-Million Aircraft To Crash By Grand Forks Air Force Base GRAND FORKS AIR FORCE BASE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The latest on the investigation into the crash of a $13-million Global Hawk Drone near the Grand Forks Air Force Base Friday moring.

Police Interview Regarding Body Discovered in Downtown Grand Forks

Police Interview From Scene Where Body Found In Downtown Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an interview with police from the scene where body was found in downtown Grand Forks.

Revised: Grand Forks Crash Caused by Distracted Driving

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a crash on Columbit Road in Grand Forks on this Thursday afternoon. Police tell TRF News it was caused by distracted driving.

Ohio Man Faces Felony for Illegal Guiding Services in North Dakota

MINNEWAUKAN, N.D. – Christopher Skrant, an Ohio resident and owner of Flyway Outdoors Guide Service, faces a felony theft charge and five misdemeanor counts for illegally operating as a guide in North Dakota’s Benson County. Court records reveal Skrant accepted a $1,000 deposit in January 2022 for a guided waterfowl hunt he was not licensed… Continue reading Ohio Man Faces Felony for Illegal Guiding Services in North Dakota

No Charges for East Grand Forks Officer in Fatal Shooting of Armed Fugitive Lucas Gilbertson

No Charges for East Grand Forks Officer in Fatal Shooting of Armed Fugitive Lucas Gilbertson

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The Polk County Attorney’s Office has cleared East Grand Forks Police Sgt. Aeisso Schrage of any wrongdoing in the January 9 shooting death of 42-year-old Lucas Paul Gilbertson. Following a comprehensive investigation by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA), it was determined that Schrage’s use of deadly force was… Continue reading No Charges for East Grand Forks Officer in Fatal Shooting of Armed Fugitive Lucas Gilbertson

Grand Forks Man Charged with Attempted Rape, Assault, and Restraint in Violent Domestic Incident

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Dhuuh Mohamed Hassan, 49, has been charged with attempted gross sexual imposition, felonious restraint, and aggravated assault following a violent domestic incident in Grand Forks on Sept. 18. The charges include a Class A felony, which carries a maximum sentence of 20 years. Police were called to an apartment complex… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Attempted Rape, Assault, and Restraint in Violent Domestic Incident

Fosston Woman Sentenced to Over 8 Years for Methamphetamine Sales to Informant

Michelle Jean Laird

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN. — A Fosston woman, Michelle Jean Laird, was sentenced to 107 months in prison on Tuesday, Sept. 10, for selling approximately 17 grams of methamphetamine to a Pennington County informant. Laird, 52, originally scheduled for an initial court appearance, pleaded guilty to felony first-degree sale of a controlled substance. This is Laird’s… Continue reading Fosston Woman Sentenced to Over 8 Years for Methamphetamine Sales to Informant

Orthopedic Surgeon Wins $290K Verdict Against Sanford Health for Sending Unauthorized Letter to Patients

FARGO — Dr. Matthew Friederichs, an orthopedic surgeon, has won a nearly $290,000 verdict against Sanford Health after a jury found the health system violated state and federal law by sending an unauthorized letter to his patients. The decision came on Friday, Sept. 6, following a two-week civil trial in U.S. District Court. Friederichs, who… Continue reading Orthopedic Surgeon Wins $290K Verdict Against Sanford Health for Sending Unauthorized Letter to Patients

UPDATE: Thief Still at Large, Grand Forks Bicycle Successfully Recovered

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update to a story regarding a stolen bicycle and the thief caught on camera early Sunday morning. The bicycle has been recovered. The thief remains at large.

79-Year-Old Man Seriously Injured in Rural Grand Forks County Two-Vehicle Crash

A 79-year-old Northwood man sustained serious injuries in a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of 36th Street NE and 6th Avenue NE, approximately three miles northwest of Northwood, North Dakota. The accident occurred on the morning of September 9, 2024, under clear and dry road conditions. A 1995 Peterbilt truck, driven by 69-year-old Charles Bachmeier,… Continue reading 79-Year-Old Man Seriously Injured in Rural Grand Forks County Two-Vehicle Crash

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

Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Allegedly Selling Over 130 Grams of Meth in Sting Operations

GRAND FORKS — A 61-year-old Grand Forks man, Robert Barrett Yahnke, is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly selling a total of 137.8 grams of methamphetamine to an undercover agent and a confidential informant across five separate occasions, according to an affidavit filed in the case. Yahnke is charged with two Class A felonies: delivery… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges After Allegedly Selling Over 130 Grams of Meth in Sting Operations

Larimore Man Pleads Not Guilty to Murder and Attempted Murder After Standoff with Police

Troy Randall Larson

GRAND FORKS — Troy Randall Larson, a 43-year-old man from Larimore, North Dakota, has pleaded not guilty to nine felony charges, including Class AA felony murder and Class A felony attempted murder. Larson is accused of killing 64-year-old Jamey Allen Holweger, attempting to murder his own mother, and firing shots at law enforcement officers during… Continue reading Larimore Man Pleads Not Guilty to Murder and Attempted Murder After Standoff with Police

Thief River Falls Man Sentenced to Six Years for Deliberately Striking Motorcyclist with Pickup

Paul Gregory Piche

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Paul Gregory Piche, a 37-year-old from Thief River Falls, was sentenced on Tuesday, September 17, to over six years in prison for intentionally striking a motorcyclist with his pickup truck, causing severe injuries. The incident occurred on May 23, 2022, near the Seven Clans Casino, following a heated confrontation between… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Sentenced to Six Years for Deliberately Striking Motorcyclist with Pickup

East Grand Forks Man Injured in Rural Polk County Collision Involving Semi Truck

On Friday afternoon, a collision in rural Polk County resulted in injuries for Chase Allen Winckler, 21, from East Grand Forks. The accident occurred at 2:39 p.m. when Winckler’s 2008 Ford F-150, traveling westbound on Polk County Road 19 in Euclid Township, collided with a northbound 2014 Kenworth semi-truck driven by 44-year-old Jeremy Scott Rodewald… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Injured in Rural Polk County Collision Involving Semi Truck

Fort Yates Man Pleads Guilty After Brutal Boiling Water Attack on Fellow Inmate

Christopher Paul James Morrison

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fort Yates, North Dakota man, Christopher Paul James Morrison, 24, pleaded guilty on Tuesday, September 17, to a reduced charge in a violent assault case involving another inmate at the Northwest Regional Corrections Center. Morrison originally faced charges of felony first- and third-degree assault for pouring boiling water on… Continue reading Fort Yates Man Pleads Guilty After Brutal Boiling Water Attack on Fellow Inmate

Grand Forks Man Arrested After Violent Assault on Wife and Ex-Wife, Facing Multiple Felony Charges

GRAND FORKS (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Daniel Morales, 31, is facing multiple felony charges after a violent domestic assault involving both his current wife and ex-wife early Monday morning. Police responded to a domestic violence report at a home shortly before 2 a.m. When officers arrived, a woman outside informed them that her… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Arrested After Violent Assault on Wife and Ex-Wife, Facing Multiple Felony Charges

Crookston Brothers Plead Not Guilty to Murder Conspiracy and Meth Charges: Maximum 30-Year Sentence Possible

Juan Gallegos Deleon Jr.

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Two brothers from Crookston, Juan Gallegos Deleon Jr. (55) and Abelardo Deleon (53), have pleaded not guilty to serious charges, including conspiracy to commit murder and multiple methamphetamine-related offenses. On Thursday, September 12, they waived their omnibus hearings and now face a potential maximum sentence of 30 years. Juan Deleon… Continue reading Crookston Brothers Plead Not Guilty to Murder Conspiracy and Meth Charges: Maximum 30-Year Sentence Possible

East Grand Forks Man Busted with Drugs Near Schools, Faces Felony Charges

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – An East Grand Forks man is facing serious felony drug charges after being caught with oxycodone and methamphetamine within a prohibited zone near local schools, heightening the penalties he faces. Richard Franklin Jackson, 54, was arrested after authorities found 14 10mg oxycodone pills and a pipe containing meth residue at… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Busted with Drugs Near Schools, Faces Felony Charges

Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 8 Years for Major Cocaine Bust, Pleads Guilty in Drug Case

Jacob Lopez

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Jacob Andrew Lopez, 22, was sentenced to eight years in prison on Thursday, Sept. 5, after pleading guilty to Class A felony possession of more than 50 grams of cocaine with intent to deliver. The charges stemmed from a March drug bust at his residence, which… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 8 Years for Major Cocaine Bust, Pleads Guilty in Drug Case

East Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Meth Sales, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison

Stephen Todd Pederson

POLK COUNTY, Mn (trfnews.i234.me) – An East Grand Forks man, Stephen Todd Pederson, 58, is facing serious drug charges after pleading not guilty to second-degree methamphetamine sales during his Thursday, Sept. 5 court appearance. Pederson, who was on pretrial release for previous criminal cases, is accused of failing to attend a required urine test on… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Meth Sales, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison

Officers Not Charged in Fatal Shooting of East Grand Forks Suspect

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Polk County, Minnesota Attorney has recommended no charges against any of the officers involved in the deadly shooting of Lucas Gilberton last January in rural East Grand Forks. He was wanted on outstanding warrants and was in possession of a gun, before throwing it out a window, just before… Continue reading Officers Not Charged in Fatal Shooting of East Grand Forks Suspect

UPDATED: Grand Forks French Fry Feed Leads to Disorderly Conduct Investigation

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Grand Forks Police say an investigation is underway of Disorderly Conduct at the annual French Fry Feed at University Park in Grand Forks Thursday evening.

World’s Largest French Fry Feed in Grand Forks Turns Chaotic as Fight Erupts

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A fight broke out at the World’s Lartgest French Fry feed in Grand Forks on this Thursday night. * Check back later for more details.

Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony Protection Order Violation Amid Ongoing Domestic Assault Case

Adam Thomas Nelson

On July 18 at 12:45 a.m., police received a report of a violation of a protection order. Adam Thomas Nelson, 38, from Grand Forks, N.D., has been charged with a felony violation of the order. The complaint was officially filed on August 5, and a warrant has been issued for his arrest. According to the… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony Protection Order Violation Amid Ongoing Domestic Assault Case

79-Year-Old Maurice Forde Seriously Injured in Grand Forks County Two-Vehicle Crash

A serious two-vehicle crash occurred on the morning of September 9, 2024, at the intersection of 36th Street NE and 6th Avenue NE, about three miles northwest of Northwood, ND. A 1995 Peterbilt truck, driven by 69-year-old Charles Bachmeier, failed to yield at a stop sign and collided with a 2018 Ford F-150 driven by… Continue reading 79-Year-Old Maurice Forde Seriously Injured in Grand Forks County Two-Vehicle Crash

UPDATE: Mystery of Suspicious Device in Grand Forks Resolved!

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding the Bomb Squad being called to the parking lot of the Alerus Center Tuesday afternoon for a suspicious device that had been left in the parking lot.

Investigation into Suspicious Activity at Alerus Center Parking Lot in Grand Forks on Tuesday

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We had a suspicious activity investigation in the parking lot of the Alerus Center in Grand Forks on this Tuesday afternoon. * Check back later for more details.

Ongoing Investigation into Fatal Shooting at Prairie Heights Church: No Charges Yet Filed

Austin Strom

WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The investigation into the fatal shooting of Austin Strom, a 25-year-old parishioner of Prairie Heights Community Church in West Fargo, has entered its third week with no new updates. Police reports indicate that Strom attempted to break into the church and assaulted 66-year-old Kent Hodges before being shot by Don… Continue reading Ongoing Investigation into Fatal Shooting at Prairie Heights Church: No Charges Yet Filed

Fargo Bomb Scare: Multiple Threats Rattle City, All Deemed Hoaxes

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Fargo faced an alarming series of bomb threats last week, culminating in a fake threat to West Acres Mall on Friday afternoon. The Fargo Police Department swiftly responded to the threat at a business on 13th Avenue South, but it was quickly determined to be unfounded. In total, six bomb threats… Continue reading Fargo Bomb Scare: Multiple Threats Rattle City, All Deemed Hoaxes

NDSU Football Player Arrested Hours After Game: Shooting Incident Shocks Fargo Party

Jaiden Pickett

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Just hours after making his debut for North Dakota State University’s football team, 19-year-old Jaiden Pickett found himself behind bars, facing multiple felony charges following a shooting at a Fargo house party. The incident occurred early Sunday morning after Pickett, a redshirt freshman linebacker from Milwaukee, played in NDSU’s blowout victory… Continue reading NDSU Football Player Arrested Hours After Game: Shooting Incident Shocks Fargo Party

Grand Forks Man Faces 10-Year Sentence After Pleading Guilty to Multiple Felony Child Sex Crimes

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Sebastain Vennie Hipsak, a 23-year-old from Grand Forks, has agreed to plead guilty to four felony charges related to sexual offenses involving two minors. The charges include Class B felony luring minors by computer, Class C felony solicitation of a minor, Class C felony corruption of a minor, and Class… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces 10-Year Sentence After Pleading Guilty to Multiple Felony Child Sex Crimes

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

Missouri Man Charged After High-Speed Dirt Bike Pursuit in Grand Forks

Braxton Appleton

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Braxton Appleton, a Missouri man currently working in Drayton, has been charged in connection with a high-speed dirt bike pursuit that occurred in Grand Forks on July 28. According to court documents, Appleton fled a traffic stop, speeding through a stop sign dangerously close to a couple walking their dogs.… Continue reading Missouri Man Charged After High-Speed Dirt Bike Pursuit in Grand Forks

Miraculous Survival: Grand Forks Teen Walks Away After Light Pole Pierces Car

Miraculous Survival: Grand Forks Teen Walks Away After Light Pole Pierces Car

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a harrowing incident on Sunday evening in Grand Forks, 19-year-old Andrew Sosa found himself in a “lucky to be alive” scenario when his car struck a light pole, which ended up halfway inside his vehicle. The crash occurred just before 8:00 p.m. on the 900 block of North Washington… Continue reading Miraculous Survival: Grand Forks Teen Walks Away After Light Pole Pierces Car

Major Sunday Evening Crash in Grand Forks: Emergency Crews Extricate Victim

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A serious vehicle crash occurred on North Washington Street between 9th and 10th Avenues North in Grand Forks this Sunday evening. The incident involved a single vehicle that crossed lanes before colliding with a light pole. Emergency responders quickly arrived on the scene and are currently working to extricate the… Continue reading Major Sunday Evening Crash in Grand Forks: Emergency Crews Extricate Victim

UPDATE: Grand Forks Crash – A Miraculous Survival Story

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We had a lucky to be alive crash in Grand Forks Sunday evening. The driver wound up with a light pole in the middle of his car.

Breaking: Emergency Crews Respond to 2-Vehicle Crash in Grand Forks on Sunday Afternoon

Breaking: Emergency Crews Respond to 2-Vehicle Crash in Grand Forks on Sunday Afternoon

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Emergency crews were on the scene of a two-vehicle crash in Grand Forks late Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred at the intersection of North Washington and University Avenue, with reports indicating it was a head-on collision. Video footage coming in around 5:30 p.m. shows an ambulance on standby. However, early… Continue reading Breaking: Emergency Crews Respond to 2-Vehicle Crash in Grand Forks on Sunday Afternoon

Thief River Falls Man Pleads Not Guilty to Meth Sale Charges, Faces Up to 20 Years in Prison

James Richard Shaugabay

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – James Richard Shaugabay, a 33-year-old man from Thief River Falls, has pleaded not guilty to charges of third-degree felony sale of a controlled substance. Shaugabay waived his omnibus hearing on Thursday, August 29, and entered the plea. The charges stem from an incident in May when Shaugabay allegedly sold approximately… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Pleads Not Guilty to Meth Sale Charges, Faces Up to 20 Years in Prison

Red Lake County Sheriff’s Report 08/23/24

On the afternoon of 08/23/24, Noah Daniel Habermann (25) of East Grand Forks was cited for speeding on CR. #13 west of Red Lake Falls. On the afternoon of 08/23/24, Austin Bailey Branchand (24) of Thief River Falls was cited for speeding on Hwy. #32 in Red Lake Falls. Shortly after midnight on 08/25/24, a… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Report 08/23/24

Grand Forks Woman Charged with Drug Trafficking After Traffic Stop Reveals Meth and Mushrooms

Candy Ostlund

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Candy Ostlund, 49, of Grand Forks, is facing drug trafficking charges after a traffic stop on August 23rd uncovered a significant stash of illegal substances. Ostlund was pulled over in Grand Forks for having expired tabs. During the stop, a K9 unit indicated the presence of drugs, leading to the… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Charged with Drug Trafficking After Traffic Stop Reveals Meth and Mushrooms

Grand Forks Trailer Fire: Fire Crews Battle Blaze at Columbia Heights

Grand Forks Trailer Fire: Fire Crews Battle Blaze at Columbia Heights

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Grand Forks fire crews are on the scene of a trailer fire that broke out this Tuesday evening at the Columbia Heights Trailer Park, located just off South Columbia Road. The incident was reported around 5:00 p.m., with video footage showing emergency personnel actively assessing the situation. Onlookers report that… Continue reading Grand Forks Trailer Fire: Fire Crews Battle Blaze at Columbia Heights

Heroic Water Rescue Saves Four from Rock Rapids in East Grand Forks

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic turn of events on Tuesday evening, East Grand Forks witnessed a thrilling water rescue as firefighters bravely saved four individuals trapped on the rock rapids of the Red Lake River. The boat, carrying three adults and a child, became lodged in the treacherous rocks near the… Continue reading Heroic Water Rescue Saves Four from Rock Rapids in East Grand Forks

Grand Forks Juvenile Escapes Major Injury in Bicycle Accident on Washington Street

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – An 11-year-old boy in Grand Forks is recovering from minor injuries following a bicycle accident on Monday evening that could have been far more serious. The incident occurred around 7:40 p.m. at the intersection of Gateway Drive and Washington Street. According to Lieutenant Stein of the Grand Forks Police Department,… Continue reading Grand Forks Juvenile Escapes Major Injury in Bicycle Accident on Washington Street

Grand Forks Man Charged with Armed Robbery After Gas Station Heist Ends in Taser Arrest

Grand Forks Man Charged with Armed Robbery After Gas Station Heist Ends in Taser Arrest

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Thomas J. Hanks Jr., has been charged with multiple felonies following a robbery at a gas station last weekend. According to court documents, the incident occurred just before midnight on Friday at a station on Demers Avenue near I-29. Hanks attempted to leave without paying for… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Armed Robbery After Gas Station Heist Ends in Taser Arrest

Bicyclist Injured in Crash at Gateway Drive and Washington Street in Grand Forks: Details Emerging

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Emergency responders are currently on the scene of a bicycle accident at the intersection of Gateway Drive and Washington Street in Grand Forks this Monday evening. Reports indicate that a bicyclist was involved in a collision, though details on the incident and the extent of injuries are not yet available.… Continue reading Bicyclist Injured in Crash at Gateway Drive and Washington Street in Grand Forks: Details Emerging

East Grand Forks Water Rescue: Four Rescued from Red Lake River Rapids

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Breaking news from East Grand Forks this Tuesday evening: a critical water rescue operation is underway after a boat with four individuals became stranded on the rapids of the Red Lake River. The incident occurred just below the Louis Murray Bridge and was reported around 6:44 p.m. Initial reports… Continue reading East Grand Forks Water Rescue: Four Rescued from Red Lake River Rapids

North Dakota Woman Pleads Guilty in Tragic Death of 1-Year-Old on Spirit Lake Reservation

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Kenzie Rose Baker, 27, of St. Michael, North Dakota, has pleaded guilty to accessory after the fact, child abuse, and child neglect in connection with the death of a 1-year-old on the Spirit Lake Reservation. Her sentencing is scheduled for January 22, 2025. In February 2023, emergency responders were called… Continue reading North Dakota Woman Pleads Guilty in Tragic Death of 1-Year-Old on Spirit Lake Reservation

Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 4 Years for Drug Trafficking in Polk County

Jacob Gabriel Brunelle

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jacob Gabriel Brunelle, 28, of Grand Forks, has been sentenced to 48 months in prison for second-degree sale of a controlled substance in Polk County. The sentence was handed down on Tuesday, August 20, following Brunelle’s guilty plea to the felony, which had been reduced from a first-degree charge earlier… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 4 Years for Drug Trafficking in Polk County

Sorlie Bridge Temporarily Closed for Welfare Check in Grand Forks: False Alarm Resolved Without Incident

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The Sorlie Bridge on Demers Avenue, connecting Grand Forks and East Grand Forks, was briefly closed late Saturday night due to a welfare check. The closure occurred just before midnight, primarily on the East Grand Forks side. According to dispatch reports, authorities were alerted by a concerned citizen about… Continue reading Sorlie Bridge Temporarily Closed for Welfare Check in Grand Forks: False Alarm Resolved Without Incident

📢 “Grand Forks Trio Charged in Vicious Park Assault and Robbery”

📢 "Grand Forks Trio Charged in Vicious Park Assault and Robbery"

Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In the early hours of August 22nd, a disturbing incident in Legrave Park led to serious charges against two Grand Forks residents, Justin E. Baker and Nicole P. Bartlette. The pair has been charged with felony conspiracy to commit robbery after allegedly assaulting a man sleeping on a park bench and… Continue reading 📢 “Grand Forks Trio Charged in Vicious Park Assault and Robbery”

Profanity-Free: Grand Forks Police Respond to Protest Without Any Violations Detected

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Police were called but say no laws broken as a couple of people express their views in a confrontation with a passerby.

Driver Crashes into Light Pole Near Walmart in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Breaking news out of Grand Forks this Wednesday afternoon: A vehicle collided with a light pole on South Columbia Road, near the Walmart parking lot, around 3:10 p.m. The impact was significant, moving the reinforced pole from its base. While the extent of injuries remains unclear, eyewitnesses reported that the… Continue reading Driver Crashes into Light Pole Near Walmart in Grand Forks

B-1 Bombers Set for Temporary Relocation to Grand Forks Air Force Base

B-1 Bombers Set for Temporary Relocation to Grand Forks Air Force Base

ELSWORTH AIR FORCE BASE, SD (trfnews.i234.me) – B-1 bombers from Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota are expected to be temporarily relocated to Grand Forks Air Force Base. Senator Kevin Cramer has indicated that an environmental assessment, anticipated to be completed by October 8th, should pave the way for this move. The relocation would… Continue reading B-1 Bombers Set for Temporary Relocation to Grand Forks Air Force Base

🚨 Thief River Falls Man Pleads Guilty to First-Degree Assault After Striking Motorcyclist Twice 🚨

Paul Gregory Piche

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Paul Gregory Piche, 37, of Thief River Falls, has pleaded guilty to first-degree assault following a violent encounter on May 23, 2022, where he struck a motorcyclist twice with his pickup truck. Originally charged with attempted second-degree murder and other felonies, Piche entered a Norgaard plea, acknowledging enough evidence for… Continue reading 🚨 Thief River Falls Man Pleads Guilty to First-Degree Assault After Striking Motorcyclist Twice 🚨

Repeat Offender: Drayton Man Faces New Felony Charges After High-Speed Chase Ends in Grand Forks

Shawn Bjerke

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Shawn Bjerke of Drayton, North Dakota, is facing a new series of felony charges following a high-speed chase that took place on Sunday night. The pursuit, which began in Traill County and ended in Grand Forks, resulted in significant damage to several law enforcement vehicles before Bjerke was apprehended. He… Continue reading Repeat Offender: Drayton Man Faces New Felony Charges After High-Speed Chase Ends in Grand Forks

Large Police Presence on South End of Grand Forks Sunday Night

Large Police Presence on South End of Grand Forks Sunday Night

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Several messages have been received from TRF news viewers regarding a significant police presence on the south end of Grand Forks late Sunday night. Reports suggest a possible pursuit in the area, with photos provided by a viewer around 11:00 p.m. Currently, there are no official details available. We have… Continue reading Large Police Presence on South End of Grand Forks Sunday Night

High-Speed Chase Ends in Grand Forks with Suspect Arrested on Multiple Charges

Large Police Presence on South End of Grand Forks Sunday Night

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – We have an update on the large police presence in Grand Forks on Sunday night. The Grand Forks Police Department, along with Traill County deputies and North Dakota Highway Patrol Troopers, were involved in a high-speed pursuit that began in Traill County and ended in Grand Forks at around 9:51… Continue reading High-Speed Chase Ends in Grand Forks with Suspect Arrested on Multiple Charges

Vehicle Crashes into Stoplight Support Near Walmart in Grand Forks: No Injuries Reported

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Breaking news out of Grand Forks this Sunday evening: At approximately 7:54 p.m., a vehicle crashed into the support structure for a stoplight at the intersection of Gateway Drive and 55th Street, near Walmart. According to radio traffic, no injuries have been reported, and only one vehicle was involved in… Continue reading Vehicle Crashes into Stoplight Support Near Walmart in Grand Forks: No Injuries Reported

Mechanical Mishap: Driver Crashes into Traffic Pole Near Grand Forks Walmart

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – First responders rushed to the scene of a Sunday evening crash near the Walmart on Gateway Drive and 55th Street in Grand Forks, North Dakota. According to Sergeant Angstrom, the incident was caused by a mechanical failure when the hand controls for the steering wheel of a disabled driver malfunctioned,… Continue reading Mechanical Mishap: Driver Crashes into Traffic Pole Near Grand Forks Walmart

Crash on Interstate-29 South of Grand Forks Reported as Breaking News

BUXTON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Emergency responders were on the scene of what was reported as an injury crash on Interstate-29 late Sunday morning near Buxton, North Dakota.

Suspicious Activity Reported in Grand Forks During Early Sunday Morning

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We had a large police presence for a suspicious activity call early Sunday morning. * Check back Monday for an update to this developing story.

Grand Forks man to serve 15 years for gross sexual imposition, child abuse

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Marcus Arlo Hoffmann, 33, was sentenced on Thursday, August 15, to 20 years in prison, with five years suspended, for committing Class A felony gross sexual imposition and Class C felony child abuse. The case began in early September 2023 when Hoffmann was reported for assaulting… Continue reading Grand Forks man to serve 15 years for gross sexual imposition, child abuse

Grand Forks Man Busted with Nearly 15 Pounds of Meth Faces 20 Years in Prison

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Walter Dane Carlson, 60, is staring down a potential 20-year prison sentence after authorities discovered nearly 15 pounds of methamphetamine in his Belmont Road home. On Monday, August 12, the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force, along with the Pine to Prairie Drug Task Force, executed a… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Busted with Nearly 15 Pounds of Meth Faces 20 Years in Prison

Fargo Teen Charged with 1st Degree Aggravated Robbery in East Grand Forks

Justin Nojang

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – An 18-year-old Fargo man, Justin Nojang, is facing serious charges after a late-night robbery in East Grand Forks. According to court documents, just before midnight on August 12th, a male victim was walking home from a friend’s apartment at Brentwood Apartments when he was confronted by Nojang and another… Continue reading Fargo Teen Charged with 1st Degree Aggravated Robbery in East Grand Forks

Grand Forks Man Charged with Burglary and Assault After Breaking into Woman’s Home

Kenneth Nwanjo

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 38-year-old Grand Forks man, Kenneth Nwanjo, is facing serious criminal charges after allegedly breaking into a woman’s home and attacking her. According to the criminal complaint, Nwanjo, who was in a dating relationship with the victim, crawled through her window in the early hours of August 10th after she… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Burglary and Assault After Breaking into Woman’s Home

Traffic Stop Leads to Major Drug Bust: Fargo Man Found with Meth and Fentanyl

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A routine traffic stop on I-29 led to a significant drug bust, landing a Fargo man in Grand Forks County custody. On Monday, August 12, a sheriff’s deputy pulled over a black Cadillac for failing to signal a lane change and noticed it lacked proper registration. The driver, 55-year-old Todd… Continue reading Traffic Stop Leads to Major Drug Bust: Fargo Man Found with Meth and Fentanyl

Man Accused of Climbing Through Window and Assaulting Woman in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing criminal charges, after allegedly crawling through the window of a Grand Forks woman’s residence and attacking her.

Disgraced Former Senator Ray Holmberg Stripped of Two Major Awards Amid Criminal Conviction

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Former North Dakota Senator Ray Holmberg has had two prestigious awards rescinded following his guilty plea to criminal sex acts involving children. The North Dakota Library Association (NDLA) and the Energy and Environmental Research Center (EERC) both revoked honors previously awarded to Holmberg. The NDLA, which had named Holmberg a… Continue reading Disgraced Former Senator Ray Holmberg Stripped of Two Major Awards Amid Criminal Conviction

⚖️ 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

💰 Texas Man Held on $1.5 Million Bond for Allegedly Scamming Elderly Minnesota Woman Out of $136,000 in Cash and Gold

Mutahir Ahmed Khan

MARSHALL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 23-year-old McKinney, Texas, man, Mutahir Ahmed Khan, is being held on a $1.5 million bond after allegedly swindling an elderly Marshall County woman out of $136,000. Khan, who faces up to 20 years in prison for two felony theft charges, reportedly convinced the victim to send cash hidden in… Continue reading 💰 Texas Man Held on $1.5 Million Bond for Allegedly Scamming Elderly Minnesota Woman Out of $136,000 in Cash and Gold

🚨 Manhunt Underway: Grand Forks Police Search for Armed Scooter Thief

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The Grand Forks Police Department is urgently seeking public assistance in locating an armed burglary suspect who struck on Tuesday, August 13. The suspect, described as a white male in his early to mid-30s, was last seen wearing gray shorts, a white tank top, white tennis shoes, and black headphones.… Continue reading 🚨 Manhunt Underway: Grand Forks Police Search for Armed Scooter Thief

Electric Scooter Thief Nabbed After Dramatic Chase in Grand Forks

Electric Scooter Thief Nabbed After Dramatic Chase in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A man suspected of stealing an electric scooter on South Washington Street Tuesday morning is now behind bars. Grand Forks Police reported that the suspect, identified as 35-year-old Ronald F. Vondall Nelson, was spotted near Orton’s gas station on the 2000 block of South Washington on Thursday afternoon. When an… Continue reading Electric Scooter Thief Nabbed After Dramatic Chase in Grand Forks

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

🚨 Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony Terrorizing and Domestic Violence After Violent Assault

Sanjay Yakha

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Sanjay Yakha of Grand Forks is facing multiple serious charges after a violent incident on August 12th. Yakha has been charged with two felony counts of terrorizing, felony child neglect, and misdemeanor domestic violence. According to court documents, the charges stem from an assault where Yakha allegedly slapped, kicked, and… Continue reading 🚨 Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony Terrorizing and Domestic Violence After Violent Assault

🚨 Arvilla Man Charged with Trespass and Assault After Violent Confrontation in Grand Forks

Austin Skow

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Austin Skow of Arvilla, North Dakota, is facing serious legal trouble after a violent incident in Grand Forks. According to court documents, Skow has been charged with felony Criminal Trespass and misdemeanor Simple Assault. The charges stem from an altercation on August 4th, when Skow allegedly entered his ex-girlfriend’s apartment… Continue reading 🚨 Arvilla Man Charged with Trespass and Assault After Violent Confrontation in Grand Forks

🚨 Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony After High-Speed, Drunken Joyride

🚨 Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony After High-Speed, Drunken Joyride

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Austin L. Young of Grand Forks is in serious legal trouble after a reckless high-speed drive on Gateway Drive on August 11th. Young, who was clocked by a deputy at 77 miles per hour, was seen dangerously swerving between lanes and nearly colliding with two other vehicles. When pulled over,… Continue reading 🚨 Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony After High-Speed, Drunken Joyride

🚨 Scooter Thief Caught After Dramatic Chase in Grand Forks

🚨 Scooter Thief Caught After Dramatic Chase in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Grand Forks Police have apprehended a suspect connected to the robbery of an electric scooter earlier this week. The suspect, 35-year-old Ronald F. Vondal-Nelson, was taken into custody on Thursday afternoon after a brief but intense chase. Vondal-Nelson, suspected of stealing a scooter on South Washington Street on Tuesday morning,… Continue reading 🚨 Scooter Thief Caught After Dramatic Chase in Grand Forks

Fort Totten Man’s Desperate Escape Attempt Adds to Felony Charges After Standoff

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Collin Wade Posey, a 32-year-old man from Fort Totten, is now facing additional charges after allegedly attempting to escape custody following his arrest after a tense standoff with Grand Forks law enforcement. Posey, already charged with multiple Class C felonies, including escaping a felony arrest and possessing contraband useful for… Continue reading Fort Totten Man’s Desperate Escape Attempt Adds to Felony Charges After Standoff

⚡ Transformer Explosion Rocks Grand Forks: First Responders Rush to the Scene

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – This Wednesday evening, an electrical transformer exploded on Mill Road in Grand Forks, North Dakota, triggering an emergency response. The incident occurred about half a mile north of the State Mill and Elevator, near the road leading to the Red River. Firefighters arriving on the scene reported that the transformer… Continue reading ⚡ Transformer Explosion Rocks Grand Forks: First Responders Rush to the Scene

Three Arrested in Fargo and Grand Forks on Drug Trafficking Charges After Major Meth and Fentanyl Seizure

Three Arrested in Fargo and Grand Forks on Drug Trafficking Charges After Major Meth and Fentanyl Seizure

FARGO-GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Three individuals are facing serious drug trafficking charges following two separate arrests in Fargo and on Interstate 29 near Grand Forks. On Monday, law enforcement executed a search warrant at 371 Prairiewood Circle South, Apartment 104, in Fargo, leading to the arrest of Eric Brown Jr. of Idaho and Danielle… Continue reading Three Arrested in Fargo and Grand Forks on Drug Trafficking Charges After Major Meth and Fentanyl Seizure

East Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felonies After Violent Break-In at Ex-Girlfriend’s Apartment

William St. Pierre

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – William St. Pierre of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, is facing three felony charges after a disturbing incident at his ex-girlfriend’s apartment in Grand Forks. St. Pierre allegedly shattered a sliding glass door to gain entry, stormed into her bedroom, and accused her of infidelity. During the confrontation, he reportedly covered… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felonies After Violent Break-In at Ex-Girlfriend’s Apartment

Three individuals charged with drug trafficking, arrested in Fargo and Grand Forks.

FARGO-GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Three people are facing drug trafficking charges, following arrests in Fargo and Grand Forks.

Grand Forks Teen Arrested After Alleged Assault Leads to DWI and Test Refusal Charges

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On August 1, police responded to a report of an alleged assault that had occurred years ago in another state, leading them to 421 LaBree Ave. N. Imre Renek Schulz, 18, of Grand Forks, N.D., was arrested and charged with third-degree refusal to submit to a chemical test and… Continue reading Grand Forks Teen Arrested After Alleged Assault Leads to DWI and Test Refusal Charges

Barroom Brawl at Harry’s Steakhouse Leads to Broken Window and Injuries in Downtown Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – An incident occurred Tuesday night in downtown Grand Forks, beginning at Harry’s Steakhouse. According to witnesses, a male patron, who appeared to have had too much to drink, began arguing over his bar tab. The situation escalated, leading to the man being escorted outside. A struggle then ensued between the… Continue reading Barroom Brawl at Harry’s Steakhouse Leads to Broken Window and Injuries in Downtown Grand Forks

Unattended Cooking Sparks Fire in Grand Forks Home, Residents Displaced

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – An update on the Tuesday night fire in Grand Forks: Fire crews were dispatched to 91 Parkview Circle just after 6:00 PM following reports of smoke alarms. Upon arrival, firefighters found active flames on the first floor and smoke filling the residence. The fire was quickly extinguished, with damage primarily… Continue reading Unattended Cooking Sparks Fire in Grand Forks Home, Residents Displaced

Grand Forks Firefighters Respond to Kitchen Fire on Parkview Circle

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On August 13, 2024, firefighters in Grand Forks responded to a kitchen fire at 91 Parkview Circle. The fire, caused by unattended cooking, led to residents being evacuated as flames erupted on the first floor. Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze, containing the damage to the kitchen area. No injuries were… Continue reading Grand Forks Firefighters Respond to Kitchen Fire on Parkview Circle

East Grand Forks Police Apprehend Suspicious Individual After Early Morning Search

East Grand Forks Police Apprehend Suspicious Individual After Early Morning Search

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Early Tuesday morning in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, police successfully apprehended a suspect involved in suspicious activity. According to initial reports, law enforcement set up a perimeter after receiving a call about the individual’s behavior. At approximately 4:55 a.m., the suspect was spotted on East 14th Street, and with… Continue reading East Grand Forks Police Apprehend Suspicious Individual After Early Morning Search

Manhunt in Grand Forks: Scooter Thief Threatens Witness, Escapes with $2,000 Ride

Manhunt in Grand Forks: Scooter Thief Threatens Witness, Escapes with $2,000 Ride

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Grand Forks police are on the lookout for a robbery suspect who made off with a $2,000 electric scooter on Tuesday morning. The incident occurred around 11:26 a.m. outside a dentist’s office at 1321 South Washington Street. According to Sergeant Dvorak, a witness saw the suspect using bolt cutters to… Continue reading Manhunt in Grand Forks: Scooter Thief Threatens Witness, Escapes with $2,000 Ride

Grand Forks Man Facing Drug Trafficking Charges After Narcotics Task Force Seizes 15 Pounds of Meth

Nearly 15 Pounds Of Meth Seized In Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In Grand Forks, 60-year-old Walter D. Carlson faces a felony drug trafficking charge. According to court records, on August 12th, the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force executed a warrant at 4518 Belmont Road. Inside the residence, they discovered Walter D. Carlson along with a significant amount of white crystal-like substance,… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Facing Drug Trafficking Charges After Narcotics Task Force Seizes 15 Pounds of Meth

Grand Forks Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Sales, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison

Jacob Gabriel Brunelle

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jacob Gabriel Brunelle, 28, of Grand Forks, pleaded guilty on Friday, Aug. 9, to second-degree drug sales in Polk County. Initially charged with conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance sale, Brunelle’s charges were reduced as part of a plea deal. While the crime carries a potential 25-year maximum sentence,… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Sales, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison

Fort Totten Man Arrested After Seven-Hour Standoff, Faces Multiple Felony Charges

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Collin Wade Posey, 32, from Fort Totten, was apprehended by Grand Forks law enforcement after a tense seven-hour standoff on July 22. Posey now faces three Class C felony charges: burglary, preventing arrest, and criminal mischief, which together could result in up to five years in prison. The incident began… Continue reading Fort Totten Man Arrested After Seven-Hour Standoff, Faces Multiple Felony Charges

Brave Store Employees Disarm Armed Robber in Grand Forks

Ian Kramchuck

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a tense incident early Monday morning, employees at a Valley Dairy store in Grand Forks successfully disarmed an armed robber, leading to his arrest. At around 3:31 a.m., police responded to a robbery in progress at the corner of University Avenue and Washington Street. The suspect, identified as 20-year-old… Continue reading Brave Store Employees Disarm Armed Robber in Grand Forks

Armed Robbery Foiled: Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges

Ian Kramchuck

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities have officially charged Ian Kramchuck, 20, in connection with an early Monday morning armed robbery in Grand Forks. The incident occurred at the P Serve, formerly Valley Dairy, at the corner of University Avenue and Washington Street around 3:30 a.m. on Monday. According to the affidavit, Kramchuck entered the… Continue reading Armed Robbery Foiled: Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges

Grand Forks Woman Facing 20 Years in Prison, Pleads Not Guilty to Fentanyl Charges

Danielle Caroline Hudson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Danielle Caroline Hudson, 30, of Grand Forks, has waived her preliminary hearing scheduled for Monday, August 5, and entered a plea of not guilty to a Class A felony charge of possessing over 40 grams of fentanyl with intent to deliver. Hudson, who could face up to 20 years in… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Facing 20 Years in Prison, Pleads Not Guilty to Fentanyl Charges

Grand Forks Man Avoids Jail Time for DUI, Given Conditional Sentence

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Mark Richard Mondor, 37, of Grand Forks, has been sentenced for driving under the influence but will avoid jail time if he adheres to the conditions set during his August 6 sentencing. Mondor pleaded guilty to the Class B misdemeanor, while a separate charge of refusing to test for DUI… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Avoids Jail Time for DUI, Given Conditional Sentence

Armed Robbery Suspect Arrested In Grand Forks During Early Morning Incident

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Grand Forks Police say employees took away the gun of an armed robber early this Monday morning. Ian Kramchuck is in jail facing charges.

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

Update: Four-Vehicle Crash on Columbia Road in Grand Forks Leads to One Hospitalization

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – We have an update on the four-vehicle crash that occurred this Friday afternoon at the intersection of 19th Avenue South and Columbia Road in Grand Forks. The incident took place shortly after 4:00 p.m. According to Sergeant Paton of the Grand Forks Police Department, initial reports suggested a potential argument… Continue reading Update: Four-Vehicle Crash on Columbia Road in Grand Forks Leads to One Hospitalization

Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 2 Years in Prison for Massive Tire Slashing Spree

Matthew Morris

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Matthew Morris of Grand Forks has been sentenced to two years in prison for his role in a tire-slashing spree that occurred in October 2023. Morris, 31, pled guilty to felony criminal mischief under a plea deal. The spree resulted in significant damage, with over 80 tires slashed across more… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 2 Years in Prison for Massive Tire Slashing Spree

Four-Vehicle Crash in Grand Forks Sparks Tensions; One Person Transported

Four-Vehicle Crash in Grand Forks Sparks Tensions; One Person Transported

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Breaking news from Grand Forks this Friday afternoon: A four-vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of 19th Avenue South and Columbia Road around 4:20 p.m. Initial reports from emergency radio traffic suggested that tensions at the scene were high, with concerns that a physical altercation might break out. One person… Continue reading Four-Vehicle Crash in Grand Forks Sparks Tensions; One Person Transported

Montana Man Sentenced to Four Years for Major Burglary in North Dakota

CAVALIER COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On August 1, Jonathan Wayne Royce, a 35-year-old from Montana, was sentenced to four years in prison for a burglary he committed in Cavalier County, North Dakota, last year. Royce, who pleaded guilty to five of his 11 charges, admitted to two Class B felonies: night burglary and theft between… Continue reading Montana Man Sentenced to Four Years for Major Burglary in North Dakota

Pair Faces Felony Charges for Allegedly Cashing $3,500 in Counterfeit Checks in Grand Forks

Jenny Langaas

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Kurt Johnson of Grand Forks and Jenny Langaas of Grafton are facing serious criminal charges after allegedly cashing over $3,500 worth of counterfeit checks at various businesses in Grand Forks. The pair is charged with felony counts of conspiracy to commit unauthorized use of personal identifying information, unauthorized use of… Continue reading Pair Faces Felony Charges for Allegedly Cashing $3,500 in Counterfeit Checks in Grand Forks

Homeless Woman in Grand Forks Faces Multiple Charges After Knife Incident

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 20-year-old homeless woman in Grand Forks, Katie Bennerotte, is facing a series of criminal charges after a knife-wielding incident on August 5th. According to court documents, Bennerotte is charged with three felony counts of terrorizing, as well as misdemeanors for obstruction of a government function, attempted simple assault, and… Continue reading Homeless Woman in Grand Forks Faces Multiple Charges After Knife Incident

Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony for Attempted Vehicle Break-In

Julio Jacinto

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 32-year-old man from Grand Forks, Julio Jacinto, is facing a felony charge for attempted unlawful entry into a vehicle. According to court documents, the incident occurred on August 3rd, just before 2 p.m. Jacinto was reportedly seen trying to pry open the door of a Tahoe in Grand Forks.… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony for Attempted Vehicle Break-In

Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 30 Months for Drug Charges

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Jonathan Alvarez, 38, pleaded guilty to three drug charges on Monday, Aug. 5, and was sentenced to 30 months in prison. The charges include Class A felony possession of at least 50 grams of cocaine with intent to deliver, Class C felony possession of a schedule… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 30 Months for Drug Charges

Grand Forks Man Faces Felony Burglary and Multiple Charges

Larry Decoteau

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Larry J. Decoteau from Grand Forks is facing several criminal charges following an incident on August 3rd. The Grand Forks police responded to a burglary report, and a witness directed them to Decoteau, who was found walking with a bicycle. Decoteau admitted to pushing in a window air conditioner and… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Felony Burglary and Multiple Charges

Motorcyclist Injured in Grand Forks Crash; DUI Charges Filed

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A motorcyclist, Zachary Ryba, 32, was injured in a crash on South Washington Street in Grand Forks on Tuesday evening. The incident occurred at 6:43 p.m. at the 1500 block of South Washington Street and involved a 2000 Chevy SUV driven by Conrad Smith, 46, and Ryba’s 2004 Honda motorcycle.… Continue reading Motorcyclist Injured in Grand Forks Crash; DUI Charges Filed

Breaking News: Man Jumps Off Demers Avenue Skyway in Grand Forks

Man Jumps Off Demers Avenue Skyway in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Here’s an update on some breaking news out of Downtown Grand Forks. A subject was threatening to jump off the Demers Avenue Skyway. According to police, the individual did jump but is alive. There is no word yet on his condition. The traffic on Demers Avenue Skyway in and out of… Continue reading Breaking News: Man Jumps Off Demers Avenue Skyway in Grand Forks

Man Jumps Off Demers Avenue Skyway in Grand Forks

Man Jumps Off Demers Avenue Skyway in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – This update comes from Sergeant Dvorak of the Grand Forks Police Department regarding an incident on the Demers Avenue Skyway in Grand Forks on Tuesday afternoon. At 3:57 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 900 block of Demers Avenue in response to reports of a male subject walking on the… Continue reading Man Jumps Off Demers Avenue Skyway in Grand Forks

🚨 Breaking News from Grand Forks: Motorcycle vs. SUV Crash

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A serious motorcycle crash occurred in Grand Forks this Tuesday evening at the intersection of 15th Avenue South and South Washington. According to Sergeant Star, an adult male driving an SUV southbound on Washington turned in front of an adult male motorcyclist. The motorcyclist suffered serious injuries and was transported… Continue reading 🚨 Breaking News from Grand Forks: Motorcycle vs. SUV Crash

SUV Collision Leaves Motorcyclist with Serious Injuries in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – 🚨 Breaking News from Grand Forks: Motorcycle vs. SUV Crash A serious motorcycle crash occurred in Grand Forks this Tuesday evening. The incident took place at the intersection of 15th Avenue South and South Washington. According to Sergeant Star, an adult male driving an SUV southbound on Washington turned in… Continue reading SUV Collision Leaves Motorcyclist with Serious Injuries in Grand Forks

Grand Forks Man Charged with Drug Trafficking in East Grand Forks

Mark Peterson

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – 63-year-old Mark A. Peterson of Grand Forks is facing a drug trafficking charge in East Grand Forks, Minnesota. According to court documents, on August 3rd at 4:47 PM, Peterson was reported for reckless driving and allegedly ran another driver off the road. His vehicle was later found parked on… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Drug Trafficking in East Grand Forks

FBI Fugitive Collin Posey Faces Charges After Dramatic Standoff in Grand Forks

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Charges have been filed against 32-year-old Collin Posey following a tense standoff on July 22nd in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Posey, wanted by the FBI for drug-related offenses, was seen fleeing from authorities and diving into an open apartment window. The apartment’s tenant reported an unauthorized entry, prompting a major… Continue reading FBI Fugitive Collin Posey Faces Charges After Dramatic Standoff in Grand Forks

Chaos and Arrests: Unraveling Night at Grand Forks City Council

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic turn of events at Monday night’s Grand Forks City Council meeting, two unrelated incidents stole the spotlight. The meeting ground to a halt as Shan Boclair, a concerned resident, passionately voiced his fears about national security amidst the backdrop of the failed Chinese Fufang corn processing plant.… Continue reading Chaos and Arrests: Unraveling Night at Grand Forks City Council

Breaking News: Two Disruptions Occur During Grand Forks City Council Meeting

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We had 2 unrelated incidents during this Monday night Grand Forks City Council meeting. The meeting was put on hold because of a citizen who wouldn’t stop talking. And another man in the audience was arrested on outstanding warrants.

Duluth Man Sentenced to 49 Months for Drug Crimes in Polk County

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Anthony Allen Ressler, 42, of Duluth, Minnesota, was sentenced to 49 months in prison on August 1, 2024, after pleading guilty to two Polk County drug-related charges. Ressler admitted to felony third-degree controlled substance possession in a prohibited zone and gross misdemeanor third-degree driving while impaired. Several other charges were… Continue reading Duluth Man Sentenced to 49 Months for Drug Crimes in Polk County

Gabriel Longtail Charged with Felony Robbery at Grand Forks Walmart

Gabriel Longtail

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A man has been charged in connection with a July robbery at a Walmart in Grand Forks. According to court documents, the incident occurred on July 27th when police responded to a robbery report at the store. An employee informed the police that Gabriel Longtail was seen placing items into… Continue reading Gabriel Longtail Charged with Felony Robbery at Grand Forks Walmart

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

Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Drug Charges After Arrest in Polk County

Benjamin John Steinberger

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Benjamin John Steinberger, 49, is facing three drug-related charges after a Polk County deputy found cocaine and methamphetamine inside his motorcycle. Steinberger has been charged with first-degree methamphetamine sales, second-degree cocaine possession, and misdemeanor fourth-degree driving while impaired by a controlled substance. On July 23, Steinberger was pulled over in… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Drug Charges After Arrest in Polk County

New Video Update: Charges Filed in Grand Forks Standoff

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Charges now filed against the suspect in a July 22nd hours long standoff in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Collin Posey is facing charges of Burglary, Criminal Mischief and Preventing Arrest.

Meth Dealer Sentenced to Nine Years After Multiple Drug Sales in Minnesota

Nicolle Renee Berg

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Nicolle Renee Berg, a 41-year-old resident of Fertile, Minnesota, has been sentenced to nine years in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of second-degree sale of a controlled substance. This plea deal led to the dismissal of four additional charges, including first-degree sale of a controlled substance, two counts… Continue reading Meth Dealer Sentenced to Nine Years After Multiple Drug Sales in Minnesota

Crookston Man Gets 10.5 Years for Meth Conspiracy: A Cautionary Tale

Miguel Arturo Jasso

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Miguel Arturo Jasso, 25, of Crookston, Minnesota, was sentenced to 125 months in prison on August 1, 2024, for his role in a first-degree controlled substance sale conspiracy. Jasso, who entered an Alford plea in July, maintains his innocence but acknowledges the evidence against him is sufficient for conviction. Jasso… Continue reading Crookston Man Gets 10.5 Years for Meth Conspiracy: A Cautionary Tale

Small Collision Reported in Grand Forks, Normal Operations Resume Monday, Exercise Caution While Driving

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) First responders were on the scene of what is apparently a minor crash, although it took awhile for them to get the door of one of the vehicles opened.

Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Drug Charges in Polk County

Ruben Silva

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Ruben Silva, 32, from Grand Forks, waived his omnibus hearing on Thursday, August 1, and pleaded not guilty to felony second-degree sale of a controlled substance in a Polk County prohibited zone. Silva faces a potential maximum sentence of 25 years, although state sentencing guidelines suggest a range of four… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Drug Charges in Polk County

Grand Forks County Sheriff’s Department Seeks Suspect in Bartender Assault Incident

Grand Forks County Sheriff's Department Seeks Suspect in Bartender Assault Incident

EMERADO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The Grand Forks County Sheriff’s Department is actively searching for a suspect who assaulted a bartender at Johnny’s Bar in Emerado, near the airbase, around 10:30 p.m. on Saturday. Sergeant Wadow of the Grand Forks County Sheriff’s Department reported that the suspect’s identity remains unknown as he fled the scene. Fortunately,… Continue reading Grand Forks County Sheriff’s Department Seeks Suspect in Bartender Assault Incident

Red Lake County Man Charged with Child Torture After Video Surfaces

Joseph Cole Wulfson

RED LAKE COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Brooks, Minnesota, man faces serious criminal charges after a disturbing video surfaced showing him brutally beating a 12-year-old child. Joseph Cole Wulfson, 34, is charged with felony child torture, gross misdemeanor malicious punishment of a child, and misdemeanor domestic assault. The felony child torture charge carries a potential… Continue reading Red Lake County Man Charged with Child Torture After Video Surfaces

🚨 Fort Totten Man Faces Second-Degree Murder Charge After Spirit Lake Reservation Lockdown

Kolby Jae McKay

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Kolby Jae McKay, a Fort Totten resident, is facing a second-degree murder charge following an incident that led to an April lockdown on the Spirit Lake Reservation. Authorities announced a search for McKay on April 4, and he surrendered by April 8, according to a statement from the Spirit Lake… Continue reading 🚨 Fort Totten Man Faces Second-Degree Murder Charge After Spirit Lake Reservation Lockdown

🚔 Grafton Man Sentenced for Smuggling Suboxone into Grand Forks Jail

Andrew Harlan Stenerson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On July 29, Andrew Harlan Stenerson, 33, of Grafton, was sentenced to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to a Class A felony charge of conspiracy to deliver or possess with intent to deliver a controlled substance in a correctional facility. The sentence, part of a plea agreement, includes… Continue reading 🚔 Grafton Man Sentenced for Smuggling Suboxone into Grand Forks Jail

💼 Minnesota Woman Sentenced to 23 Years for Major Drug and Theft Operation

Brooke Reed Edwards

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Brooke Reed Edwards, a 30-year-old woman from St. Paul, Minnesota, was sentenced on July 30 to 20 years in prison, with 10 years suspended, for drug-related offenses, plus an additional three years for theft. Her sentence comes after pleading guilty to 13 felony charges spanning three separate cases in Grand… Continue reading 💼 Minnesota Woman Sentenced to 23 Years for Major Drug and Theft Operation

🚔 Belcourt Man Sentenced for Drug Crimes in Grand Forks County

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Tyler Gregory Thomas, a 24-year-old from Belcourt, North Dakota, pleaded guilty to three felony drug charges in Grand Forks County on July 29. The charges included Class A felony possession of at least 50 grams of methamphetamine with intent to deliver, Class B felony conspiracy to deliver fentanyl, and Class… Continue reading 🚔 Belcourt Man Sentenced for Drug Crimes in Grand Forks County

Update: Electric Bike and Car Collision in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – We have an update on the collision between an electric bike and a car that occurred on North Washington Street and 7th Avenue on Tuesday morning. According to Sergeant Dvorak, the 43-year-old male from East Grand Forks, who was riding the electric bike, disregarded a stop sign and collided with… Continue reading Update: Electric Bike and Car Collision in Grand Forks

Electric bicycle and car collide in Grand Forks Tuesday morning resulting in apparent injury

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We had a crash between and electric bicycle and car in Grand Forks this Tuesday morning. One person apparently injured. Check back later for more details.

Update: Grand Forks Incident – Jesse James Skavlem Charged with Terrorizing Children

Jesse James Skavlem

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a twist to our previous report of an armed man in Grand Forks, Jesse James Skavlem, 33, faces serious charges after allegedly terrorizing children near Richard’s West Park. According to court documents, on July 28th, police responded to reports from juveniles at the park’s apartment complex. Witnesses described Skavlem,… Continue reading Update: Grand Forks Incident – Jesse James Skavlem Charged with Terrorizing Children

Winger Woman Pleads Not Guilty to Attempted Murder and Assault Charges

Jayden Marie Ray

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jayden Marie Ray, a 20-year-old from Winger, Minnesota, waived her omnibus hearing on Friday, July 26, and pleaded not guilty to charges of attempted murder and two felony assaults. The charges stem from an incident on January 14, where Polk County deputies responded to a bar in McIntosh, Minnesota. They… Continue reading Winger Woman Pleads Not Guilty to Attempted Murder and Assault Charges

UPDATE: Jesse James Skavlem Arrested for Threatening Grand Forks Children

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update to our Sunday report of a man with a gun in Grand Forks. Police now say he didn’t have a gun, but Jesse James Skavlem is now charged with Terrorizing kids.

Crookston Officer With a Troubled Past Involved in Two Fatal Shootings

Nicholas Gunner Fladland

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Crookston police officer Nicholas Gunner Fladland, recently involved in two fatal shootings, had been reprimanded for multiple policy violations just months before. Fladland shot and killed Andrew Dale on May 16, 2024, and then fatally shot Christopher Junkin on June 30, 2024. Dale, 35, reportedly provoked the officers by demanding… Continue reading Crookston Officer With a Troubled Past Involved in Two Fatal Shootings

Grafton Man Facing Multiple Charges After High-Speed Pursuit

Justin Peterson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Justin Marcel Peterson, 39, from Grafton, is scheduled to stand trial starting August 6 on several serious charges stemming from a March incident involving a high-speed chase and drug-related offenses. Peterson faces a Class A felony charge for possession of at least 50 grams of methamphetamine with intent to manufacture… Continue reading Grafton Man Facing Multiple Charges After High-Speed Pursuit

Late Sunday Incidents in Grand Forks: One Reported Gun Call and Motel Disturbance

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On Sunday afternoon, Grand Forks police responded to two separate incidents: 47th Street and 5th Avenue Incident: The call was about a possible man with a gun and a domestic argument. Sergeant Dvorak reported that the incident was reported later than it occurred, and the involved person was never located.… Continue reading Late Sunday Incidents in Grand Forks: One Reported Gun Call and Motel Disturbance

Crookston Man Faces Trial for Alleged Kidnapping and Assault in Grand Forks

Angel Alberto Torres-Sosa

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Angel Alberto Torres-Sosa, 32, of Crookston, is set to stand trial later this year in Grand Forks on four felony charges, including kidnapping and attempted gross sexual imposition by using force, both Class A felonies with a maximum 20-year sentence in North Dakota. He also faces charges of aggravated assault… Continue reading Crookston Man Faces Trial for Alleged Kidnapping and Assault in Grand Forks

Predator Behind a Screen: Grand Forks Man Accused of Threatening 17-Year-Old with Sexually Explicit Messages and a Gun

Jay Dee Weigand

HILLSBORO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Jay Dee Weigand, a 46-year-old man from Grand Forks, has been accused of sending sexually explicit messages to a 17-year-old girl on Facebook. The Traill County Sheriff’s Department launched an investigation in January after the girl’s mother reported the disturbing exchanges. According to court documents, Weigand asked the teenager to send… Continue reading Predator Behind a Screen: Grand Forks Man Accused of Threatening 17-Year-Old with Sexually Explicit Messages and a Gun

Urgent News Update: Two Late Sunday Afternoon Incidents Occur in Grand Forks, One Involving a Gun Reported

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Police responded to a couple of late Sunday afternoon incidents in Grand Forks. One was reported as involving a gun.

Felon Faces Federal Charges After Alleged Firearm Possession and Drug Bust

Raymond L. Graham Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Raymond Lee Graham Jr., 36, is facing federal charges after an arrest in Grand Forks County revealed a trove of drugs and an alleged firearm. Initially charged with multiple crimes, Graham fled from police during a traffic stop, leading to the discovery of 1.2 pounds of marijuana, methamphetamine-coated marijuana, empty… Continue reading Felon Faces Federal Charges After Alleged Firearm Possession and Drug Bust

Air-Soft Gun Reported on University Avenue Overpass in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On Saturday evening, just after 6 p.m., Grand Forks authorities received a report of a male carrying what appeared to be an AR-style rifle while walking over the University Avenue overpass. The situation prompted a response from local police. UND Police Chief Rodney Clark has since clarified that the weapon… Continue reading Air-Soft Gun Reported on University Avenue Overpass in Grand Forks

📰 High-Speed Chase Ends in Arrest: Grand Forks Man Pleads Guilty to Eight Charges

Benjamin Mikkel Pawlowski

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Benjamin Mikkel Pawlowski, 31, pleaded guilty on Monday to eight crimes committed in Grand Forks County and will be sentenced this fall. Incident Overview: Arrest: Pawlowski was arrested in March. Crimes: He shoplifted merchandise from Target and fled from law enforcement, leading to a high-speed chase. He crashed his vehicle… Continue reading 📰 High-Speed Chase Ends in Arrest: Grand Forks Man Pleads Guilty to Eight Charges

Report of Suspicious Man with Rifle in Grand Forks on Saturday Evening Deemed Unfounded.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We had a report of a male with an AR style rifle walking over the University Avenue overpass just after 6 pm on this Saturday. UND’s Police Chief tells TRF News it was believed to be an Air-Soft gun.

Grand Forks Woman Faces Felony Theft Charge After Multiple Offenses

Melissa Nelson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – 34-year-old Melissa A. Nelson of Grand Forks is now facing a felony theft charge due to a series of shoplifting incidents. According to court records, on July 26, 2024, Nelson was involved in an incident at Hugo’s on South Washington Street in Grand Forks. Officers responded to a call about… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Faces Felony Theft Charge After Multiple Offenses

Multi-Vehicle Crash in Grand Forks: Emergency Crews Respond to Accident with Minor Injuries

Multi-Vehicle Crash in Grand Forks: Emergency Crews Respond to Accident with Minor Injuries

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Breaking news from Grand Forks this Saturday afternoon: Emergency responders were on the scene of a multi-vehicle crash on South Washington Street at 24th Avenue around 3:15 p.m. The accident involved three to four vehicles. One person had to be extricated from the wreckage, but initial reports suggest that injuries… Continue reading Multi-Vehicle Crash in Grand Forks: Emergency Crews Respond to Accident with Minor Injuries

Update: No Reports of Serious Injuries in Multi-Vehicle Crash in Grand Forks at 6 PM

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Emergency responders on the scene of a multi-vehicle crash in Grand Forks on Saturday afternoon. As of 6 pm, no report of serious injury.

Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felonies After High-Speed Police Chase

Shawn Schweigert

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man is facing numerous felony charges following a dramatic police chase through the city on Saturday night. High-Speed Pursuit Officers attempted to stop 32-year-old Shawn Schweigert after noticing his vehicle had two different license plates. Instead of pulling over, Schweigert sped off despite the patrol vehicle’s lights… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Felonies After High-Speed Police Chase

Grand Forks Man Sentenced to Two Years in Prison After Guilty Plea to Seven Felonies

Mark James Boyer

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Mark James Boyer, 39, from Grand Forks, has been sentenced to two years in prison after pleading guilty to seven Class C felonies. His charges include terrorizing, domestic violence causing serious bodily injury, interference with a 911 call, simple assault on an officer, preventing arrest, methamphetamine possession, and drug paraphernalia… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Sentenced to Two Years in Prison After Guilty Plea to Seven Felonies

Grand Forks Woman Pleads Guilty to Lesser Charge in Attempted Murder Case

Brianna Lynn Thomas

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks woman, initially accused of attempted murder for strangling her mother with a purse strap, has pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of domestic violence causing serious bodily injury. Plea and Sentencing Brianna Lynn Thomas, 20, pleaded guilty to the Class C felony on June 18. She was… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Pleads Guilty to Lesser Charge in Attempted Murder Case

Duluth Man Sentenced to 85 Months for Meth Possession

Jason Michael Carlsness

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Duluth man was sentenced to 85 months on Tuesday, July 23, for first-degree possession of a controlled substance in Polk County. Jason Michael Carlsness, 41, pleaded guilty to the felony charge, as well as gross misdemeanor third-degree driving while impaired by a controlled substance, in June. Originally, Carlsness faced… Continue reading Duluth Man Sentenced to 85 Months for Meth Possession

Whitney Temple’s Death Ruled Natural; Husband’s Trial Set to Proceed

Whitney Temple

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The official cause of death for 33-year-old Whitney Temple, a Grand Forks doctor who battled Ewing Sarcoma, has been determined by the medical examiner to be natural, attributed to complications from her cancer. Temple, who was diagnosed with the rare bone cancer two years ago, passed away in May. Prior… Continue reading Whitney Temple’s Death Ruled Natural; Husband’s Trial Set to Proceed

Fargo Man Avoids Additional Jail Time After Guilty Plea in Grand Forks County Correctional Center Protest

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Collin Jay Parisien, 22, of Fargo, has been sentenced for his involvement in a September 20, 2023, protest at the Grand Forks County Correctional Center. On July 19, Parisien pleaded guilty to a Class C felony charge of inciting or leading a riot in a detention facility and a Class… Continue reading Fargo Man Avoids Additional Jail Time After Guilty Plea in Grand Forks County Correctional Center Protest

Grand Forks Man Faces Major Drug and Firearm Charges, Pleads Not Guilty

Nolli Hedira Neal Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On July 19, 2024, Nolli Hedira Neal Jr., 33, from Grand Forks, waived his preliminary hearing and entered a not guilty plea to seven serious felony charges involving drug and firearm possession. Neal is charged with two Class A felonies: the delivery of at least 50 grams of methamphetamine and… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Major Drug and Firearm Charges, Pleads Not Guilty

Grand Forks Standoff Ends with Arrest; Charges Pending

Inside look from Grand Forks SWAT commander into 7-hour standoff

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A seven-hour standoff in Grand Forks on July 22 ended with the arrest of 32-year-old Collin Posey, who was wanted on federal and state drug warrants. Posey, described as armed and dangerous, fled into a random apartment to evade arrest. The Grand Forks SWAT team used flash devices, chemical irritants,… Continue reading Grand Forks Standoff Ends with Arrest; Charges Pending

Grand Forks Woman Faces Drug Trafficking and Other Charges

Brianna Lynn Thomas

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 20-year-old Grand Forks woman, Brianna Lynn Thomas, is facing serious drug trafficking charges following a traffic stop on July 19th. Incident Details Thomas was a passenger in a vehicle pulled over by police. During the stop, officers detected the smell of marijuana, prompting a search of the vehicle. During… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Faces Drug Trafficking and Other Charges

Former Grand Forks Mayor, Pat Owens, Passes Away at 83 in Rochester, Minnesota

Pat Owens

ROCHESTER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Former Grand Forks Mayor Pat Owens passed away today at the age of 83 in Rochester, Minnesota. Owens, remembered for her leadership during the devastating flood of 1997, was a beloved figure in her community. A Legacy of Leadership Pat Owens served as the mayor of Grand Forks, North Dakota, during… Continue reading Former Grand Forks Mayor, Pat Owens, Passes Away at 83 in Rochester, Minnesota

FBI Fugitive Arrested After Intense Seven-Hour Standoff in Grand Forks

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A man wanted by the FBI is now in police custody following a dramatic seven-hour standoff in Grand Forks. Thirty-two-year-old Collin Posey was apprehended around 11:30 PM on Monday, July 22. Eyewitness Account “It progressed rather quickly,” said Josh Rauanheimo, a bystander who watched the entire incident. “It’s been insane,… Continue reading FBI Fugitive Arrested After Intense Seven-Hour Standoff in Grand Forks

Grand Forks Man Charged After Machete Incident, Self-Inflicted Injury

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – We have an update on the recent incident involving a man with a machete terrorizing people in Downtown Grand Forks. Just after 10 PM on Thursday, Christopher Michael Strong of Grand Forks was charged with reckless endangerment and three counts of terrorizing. Incident Details Threats and Attacks: Strong allegedly swung… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged After Machete Incident, Self-Inflicted Injury

Grand Forks Police Issue Statement on Six-Hour Standoff Leading to Arrest of FBI Fugitive

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Dramatic Standoff in Grand Forks Ends Peacefully A six-hour standoff in Grand Forks on Monday, involving local police and FBI agents, culminated in the arrest of 32-year-old Collin Posey, a fugitive with multiple warrants. The incident began around 4:30 PM and concluded at 11:30 PM. Timeline of Events 4:34 PM:… Continue reading Grand Forks Police Issue Statement on Six-Hour Standoff Leading to Arrest of FBI Fugitive

Standoff with Apparent Drug Trafficker Continues in Grand Forks at 9:30 PM

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – At 9:30 PM on Monday, a tense standoff involving Collin Posey, a suspected drug trafficker, continued in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Posey wanted for allegedly distributing methamphetamine from Minneapolis to the Spirit Lake reservation, had taken refuge in an apartment at 12th Avenue North and 20th Street. Timeline of Events:… Continue reading Standoff with Apparent Drug Trafficker Continues in Grand Forks at 9:30 PM

Witness Claims Suspect Escaped During Grand Forks Standoff

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A dramatic standoff in Grand Forks that began at 5 PM on Monday has taken an unexpected turn, with witnesses claiming the suspect managed to escape. The incident, involving a heavy police and SWAT presence near Hugo’s on Gateway Drive, saw law enforcement surround the area in search of Collin… Continue reading Witness Claims Suspect Escaped During Grand Forks Standoff

Standoff in Grand Forks Ends with Arrest of FBI Fugitive Collin Posey

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – At 11:28 PM on Monday, a tense standoff at an apartment on 12th Avenue North and 20th Street in Grand Forks concluded with the arrest of Collin Posey, a fugitive wanted by the FBI for drug trafficking. The standoff, which lasted for several hours, involved a large police presence, including… Continue reading Standoff in Grand Forks Ends with Arrest of FBI Fugitive Collin Posey

Six-Hour Standoff in Grand Forks Ends with FBI Fugitive’s Arrest

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On Monday afternoon, Grand Forks became the epicenter of a dramatic six-hour standoff involving FBI fugitive Collin Posey. Posey, wanted for his alleged involvement in distributing large amounts of fentanyl-laced pills and methamphetamine, was located by law enforcement near Hugo’s off Gateway Drive. Timeline of Events: Initial Discovery and Response… Continue reading Six-Hour Standoff in Grand Forks Ends with FBI Fugitive’s Arrest

Police Recap: Monday Night Standoff in Grand Forks – Latest Update

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have a statement from Grand Forks Police regarding a 6 hour standoff in that town Monday night. Collin Posey is now in custody. No one was injured.

🚔 Tense Standoff in Grand Forks: SWAT Team on the Scene

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A tense standoff continues in Grand Forks as the SWAT team remains on the scene. Incident Overview: Location: 6th Avenue North and 20th Street, just behind Hugo’s off Gateway Drive. Time: The situation began around 4:45 p.m. on Monday evening. Details: Suspect: Identified as Collin Posey, armed and considered dangerous.… Continue reading 🚔 Tense Standoff in Grand Forks: SWAT Team on the Scene

🚨 Armed Standoff in Grand Forks: Police Surround Suspect Near Gateway Drive

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – We now have an update on what has turned into an apparent standoff with an armed suspect in Grand Forks. The situation is unfolding at the 1900 block of 12th Avenue North, just behind Hugo’s off Gateway Drive. Timeline of Events Start Time: The incident began before 5:00 p.m. Radio… Continue reading 🚨 Armed Standoff in Grand Forks: Police Surround Suspect Near Gateway Drive

🚨 Armed and Dangerous Suspect in Grand Forks Standoff Identified as Collin Posey

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities believe Collin Posey from Spirit Lake is the suspect involved in a tense standoff in a Grand Forks apartment building. As of now, it is unconfirmed whether Posey is actually in the building, but an FBI agent reported before 5:00 p.m. that an armed and dangerous individual fitting Posey’s… Continue reading 🚨 Armed and Dangerous Suspect in Grand Forks Standoff Identified as Collin Posey

🚓 Wild Pursuit in Grand Forks Ends with Officer Tackling Suspect

Shawn Schweigert

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A TRF News viewer captured a dramatic scene in Grand Forks on Saturday night. The video shows part of a wild pursuit ending with an officer tackling a suspect on South Washington Street. The suspect, 32-year-old Shawn Schweigert of Grand Forks, was traveling at a high rate of speed when… Continue reading 🚓 Wild Pursuit in Grand Forks Ends with Officer Tackling Suspect

🚨 Armed and Dangerous FBI Suspect Surrounded in Grand Forks

🚨 Armed and Dangerous FBI Suspect Surrounded in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Breaking news out of Grand Forks late Monday afternoon: an FBI suspect, considered armed and dangerous, has been surrounded by law enforcement. The situation is unfolding near the corner of North 20th Street and 12th Avenue North, behind Hugo’s off Gateway Drive. Incident Details: Time: Around 4:45 p.m. Location: Apartment… Continue reading 🚨 Armed and Dangerous FBI Suspect Surrounded in Grand Forks

🚨 Grand Forks Police Search for Machete-Wielding Suspect After Downtown Terror Incident

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The Grand Forks Police Department is actively searching for a suspect involved in a terrifying incident downtown late Thursday night. Just after 10 p.m., a man wielding a machete began threatening people in the area of 400 Demers Ave. Incident Details: Suspect Actions: Swung a machete at a person riding… Continue reading 🚨 Grand Forks Police Search for Machete-Wielding Suspect After Downtown Terror Incident

Investigation of Fargo Storage Unit Burglary Leads to Grand Forks, Recovering $150,000 in Stolen Crystals

Lisa Kaml

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – An investigation into the burglary of a Fargo storage unit led authorities to a residence in Grand Forks, where $150,000 worth of stolen crystals were recovered. Dee Lipsh and Lisa Kaml have been charged with theft. Surveillance video from the scene of the Fargo burglary identified both suspects and Kaml’s… Continue reading Investigation of Fargo Storage Unit Burglary Leads to Grand Forks, Recovering $150,000 in Stolen Crystals

Crystals Valued at $150,000 Stolen in Fargo, Found in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The investigation of a Burglary of a Fargo storage unit led to a Grand Forks residence, where $150,000 of stolen crystals were recovered.

🚨 Pantsless Man Strolls Through Grand Forks, Undergoes Mental Health Evaluation

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A peculiar incident caught the attention of Grand Forks residents on Sunday morning. A man was seen walking down the 1700 block of South 17th Street, behind Grand City’s Mall, wearing only shorts that were pulled down. A photo of the scene was submitted by a TRF News viewer, sparking… Continue reading 🚨 Pantsless Man Strolls Through Grand Forks, Undergoes Mental Health Evaluation

Hawley Man Ordered to Pay $248,400 for Theft of 77 Cows

CLEARWATER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Hawley, Minnesota, man has been ordered to pay $248,400 in restitution after pleading guilty to the felony theft of 77 cows under a share cow agreement. Jason Wayne Langerud, 44, faced two counts of theft in 2023. The investigation began in June 2022 when authorities received a report about… Continue reading Hawley Man Ordered to Pay $248,400 for Theft of 77 Cows

Double Trouble: Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges in a Single Night

Double Trouble For Man In Grand Forks Friday Night

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In an eventful Friday night for law enforcement in Grand Forks, Andrew Summers found himself in hot water with the police on multiple occasions. According to Sergeant O’Neal, Summers, whose address is currently unknown, was first pulled over for driving under suspension. Later, around 10:00 p.m., Summers was stopped again… Continue reading Double Trouble: Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges in a Single Night

Grand Forks Police Investigate Machete Incident Ending in Self-Harm

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Grand Forks Police are investigating a disturbing incident that occurred on Thursday at 10:10 p.m. Officers were called to the area of 400 Demers Avenue in response to a report of a male subject threatening people with a machete. A male resident, who was riding a scooter in the area,… Continue reading Grand Forks Police Investigate Machete Incident Ending in Self-Harm

Grand Forks’ Southtown Pourhouse to Close Its Doors on Saturday

Grand Forks' Southtown Pourhouse to Close Its Doors on Saturday

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The Southtown Pourhouse in Grand Forks, previously known as Shotgun Sally’s, is closing its doors for good on Saturday, July 20th. A sign posted at the establishment announced, “The time has come and we wanted to let you all know we will be closing our doors on 7-20 Saturday. We… Continue reading Grand Forks’ Southtown Pourhouse to Close Its Doors on Saturday

Grand Forks Man Charged in Traill County for Internet Sex Crimes, Terrorizing, and Handgun Offense

Jay Dee Weigand

TRAILL COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Jay Dee Weigand of Grand Forks is facing serious criminal charges in Traill County, North Dakota, involving a minor female. According to court documents, the girl’s mother discovered sexually explicit text and Facebook messages on her daughter’s phone and reported them to the Sheriff’s Department. The exchange of explicit messages… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged in Traill County for Internet Sex Crimes, Terrorizing, and Handgun Offense

Man Flees Police, Jumps into Red River in East Grand Forks

WILD CHASE: Fleeing Man Jumps In Red River At East Grand Forks, MN

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Early this Friday morning, a dramatic police chase ended with a man jumping into the Red River in East Grand Forks. At approximately 2:09 a.m., Grand Forks Police responded to a potential domestic disturbance at 400 Deur Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the suspect, identified as John Prula,… Continue reading Man Flees Police, Jumps into Red River in East Grand Forks

Crookston Man Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Commit Drug Crime

Miguel Arturo Jasso

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Crookston man pleaded guilty on Friday, July 12, to conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance crime. Miguel Arturo Jasso, 25, offered an Alford plea, meaning he maintains his innocence but acknowledges that there is enough evidence to support a conviction. The crime carries a maximum sentence of 30… Continue reading Crookston Man Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Commit Drug Crime

Man Fleeing Police Jumps into Red River During Wild Chase in East Grand Forks, MN on Friday Morning

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man fleeing police jumped into the Red River in East Grand Forks early on this Friday morning.

Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges After Allegedly Threatening to Shoot Woman and Daughter

Preston Davis

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Preston Davis, 32, of Grand Forks, is facing serious criminal charges after allegedly threatening to shoot a woman and her daughter. According to court documents, on the evening of July 15th, officers responded to reports of terroristic threats in the area of 110 Cherry Street. Davis allegedly made threats to… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges After Allegedly Threatening to Shoot Woman and Daughter

Family Feud: Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony for Stealing Deceased Relative’s Vehicle

Family Feud: Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony for Stealing Deceased Relative's Vehicle

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man is facing serious legal trouble after allegedly stealing a vehicle from the estate of a deceased person. Joshua Powers, 45, has been charged with felony theft of property. According to court documents, the incident took place on July 11th, when the victim, holding power of attorney… Continue reading Family Feud: Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony for Stealing Deceased Relative’s Vehicle

North Dakota Rep. Claire Cory Avoids DUI Conviction, Pleads Guilty to Reckless Driving

Claire Cory

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In May, North Dakota Representative Claire Cory was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol. On July 2, she pleaded guilty to an amended charge of reckless driving. Cory, 25, was initially charged with a Class B misdemeanor DUI. The plea agreement reduced the charge to reckless driving, also… Continue reading North Dakota Rep. Claire Cory Avoids DUI Conviction, Pleads Guilty to Reckless Driving

Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony for Bicycle Theft

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – 60-year-old Eugene G. Carrier of Grand Forks is facing a felony-level theft of property charge for allegedly stealing a bicycle. According to court documents, on July 12th, a blue Trek 24-speed bicycle valued at $1,500 was reported stolen from the front yard of a Grand Forks residence. A poor-quality surveillance… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony for Bicycle Theft

Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office Report Jul 17, 2024

On the afternoon of 07/04/24, Jade Lilja Hiniker (31) of Grand Forks was cited for speeding on CR. #13 west of Red Lake Falls. In the early morning hours of 07/05/24, a person staying at the Oklee Inn called the Sheriff’s Office several times because they were worried about a former co-worker harming them. A… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office Report Jul 17, 2024

Minneapolis Man Pleads Not Guilty to 15 Felony Charges in Grand Forks County

Tyler Berg

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Minneapolis, Minnesota, man waived his Monday, July 8, preliminary hearing and pleaded not guilty to 15 felony charges relating to drugs and theft in Grand Forks County. Tyler Gene Berg, 33, is charged with three Class A felonies: unauthorized use of personal identifying info to obtain credit, possession of… Continue reading Minneapolis Man Pleads Not Guilty to 15 Felony Charges in Grand Forks County

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

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

Stolen Vehicle Investigation Leads to Arrests of Karlstad Woman and Moorhead Man in East Grand Forks

Angelica Bray

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Duo Arrested in Stolen Vehicle Case in East Grand Forks A woman from Karlstad and a man from Moorhead have been arrested in East Grand Forks following an investigation into a stolen vehicle from Kittson County, Minnesota. Angelica Bray of Karlstad and Christopher Cloud of Moorhead are now facing… Continue reading Stolen Vehicle Investigation Leads to Arrests of Karlstad Woman and Moorhead Man in East Grand Forks

Couple Taken into Custody in East Grand Forks

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A woman from Karlstad and man from Moorhead were both arrested in East Grand Forks, following an investigation into a stolen vehicle case out of Kittson County, Minnesota.

🪓 Duluth Man Faces Felony Charge After Bizarre Windshield-Smashing Incident in East Grand Forks

Thomas Applebee

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a bizarre criminal case from East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Thomas Applebee of Duluth is facing a felony charge of first-degree criminal damage to property. On July 7th, police responded to a residence where the victim reported that Applebee had smashed his windshield with a metal pipe. Applebee was… Continue reading 🪓 Duluth Man Faces Felony Charge After Bizarre Windshield-Smashing Incident in East Grand Forks

🚨 Grand Forks Man Charged with Drug Trafficking After Sting Operation

Blayne E. Saiger

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Blayne E. Saiger, a 38-year-old resident of Grand Forks, is facing a felony drug trafficking charge following a sting operation by the Narcotics Task Force. According to court documents, a confidential informant for the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force purchased 88 grams of methamphetamine from Saiger. He has been charged… Continue reading 🚨 Grand Forks Man Charged with Drug Trafficking After Sting Operation

Grand Forks Police Identify Individuals in Friday’s Motorcycle-SUV Crash

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Grand Forks Police have now identified two people involved in a motorcycle-SUV crash this Friday afternoon. The crash occurred at 12:51 p.m. on 32nd Avenue South, in the 2800 block. The driver of the SUV, a 2000 GMC Yukon, has been identified as 37-year-old Aaron Balek of Grand Forks. The… Continue reading Grand Forks Police Identify Individuals in Friday’s Motorcycle-SUV Crash

Motorcycle-Vehicle Crash on 32nd Avenue South in Grand Forks: First Responders Rush to Scene

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – First responders are on the scene of a motorcycle-vehicle crash that occurred just after 1 p.m. on Friday. The accident took place on 32nd Avenue South, near Discount Tire and a block east of Columbia Road. Video footage shows at least one person being loaded into an ambulance. Further details… Continue reading Motorcycle-Vehicle Crash on 32nd Avenue South in Grand Forks: First Responders Rush to Scene

Questionable Driving Incident in East Grand Forks

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – We’ve had a questionable driving incident in East Grand Forks on Thursday evening. Video footage received at 6:55 p.m. shows a vehicle involved in an incident on 220 North, near the Domino’s on Gateway Drive. The driver reportedly went over the top of an electrical box. According to East… Continue reading Questionable Driving Incident in East Grand Forks

Power Outage in East Grand Forks: Crash Caused by Medical Issue

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – We have an update regarding a crash into an electrical box in East Grand Forks on Thursday evening. The incident occurred on Highway 220 North, near McDonald’s and Subway, causing a power outage in the area. According to the dispatcher, the crash was caused by a medical issue, and… Continue reading Power Outage in East Grand Forks: Crash Caused by Medical Issue

High-Speed Chase Lands Grand Forks Teen in Legal Trouble

Caleb Larsen

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – 19-year-old Caleb Larsen of Grand Forks is facing multiple criminal charges following a high-speed ride on his Fast Ninja Kawasaki motorcycle. According to court documents, on July 5th, Grand Forks Police received numerous complaints about a black motorcycle speeding through residential and business areas. Officers spotted Larsen on South Washington… Continue reading High-Speed Chase Lands Grand Forks Teen in Legal Trouble

UPDATE: Grand Forks County US Highway 2 Rear-end Serious Injury Crash

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The North Dakota Highway Patrol has identified the victims of a serious crash on Highway 2 west of Grand Forks, North Dakota. What: Injury Where: US Highway 2, near mile marker 346; approximately 3 miles east of Emerado When: July 9, 2024, at approximately 4:03 PM CDT Road Conditions: Good Weather… Continue reading UPDATE: Grand Forks County US Highway 2 Rear-end Serious Injury Crash

Identified: Victims of Serious Grand Forks County Crash – Exclusive Video Update

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The North Dakota Highway Patrol has identified the victims of a serious crash on Highway 2 west of Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Grand Forks Man Faces Felony Charges After Threatening Downtown Bar

Broady W. Cramer

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 31-year-old Broady W. Cramer of Grand Forks is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly threatening to shoot up a downtown bar. According to court documents, the incident occurred on July 7th at 10:11 p.m. Officers were dispatched to Brick and Barley in downtown Grand Forks following reports of Cramer… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Felony Charges After Threatening Downtown Bar

Grand Forks County US Highway 2 Rear-end Serious Injury Crash

GRAND FORKS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Larimore man was seriously injured in a crash west of the Grand Forks Airport Tuesday afternoon. What: Injury Where: US Highway 2, near mile marker 346; approximately 3 miles east of Emerado When: July 9, 2024, at approximately 4:03 PM CDT Road Conditions: Good Weather Conditions: Clear Crash… Continue reading Grand Forks County US Highway 2 Rear-end Serious Injury Crash

Serious Crash Reported on Highway 2 Near Grand Forks Airport

GRAND FORKS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Some breaking news out of Grand Forks County: a serious crash has been reported on Highway 2 in the eastbound lane, approximately 5 miles west of the Grand Forks Airport. Emergency traffic indicates an injury accident at mile marker 346 in the east lane of Highway 2. A silver… Continue reading Serious Crash Reported on Highway 2 Near Grand Forks Airport

Runaway Suspect Caught in Grand Forks Garage: The Bizarre Story Behind the Arrest

Marc Carter

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – We now have an update to yesterday’s story about a suspect being arrested in a Grand Forks garage and the homeowner’s words of praise for the job police did in quickly arresting him. Here’s the strange story of how it all started. Yesterday, we shared Grand Forks resident Amy Swanson’s… Continue reading Runaway Suspect Caught in Grand Forks Garage: The Bizarre Story Behind the Arrest

UPDATE: Unusual Circumstances Surrounding Suspect’s Arrest in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We now have an update to yesterday’s story about a suspect being arrested in a Grand Forks garage and the homeowner’s words of praise for the job police did in quickly arresting him. There’s a strange story of how all this started.

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

Grand Forks Resident Praises Police for Quick Response to Intruder

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Grand Forks resident Amy Swanson has issued a heartfelt shout-out to the Grand Forks Police Department for their swift and effective response on Saturday night. The incident occurred near Ben Franklin Elementary School, where police apprehended a suspect in Swanson’s garage before she even realized there was an intruder. Swanson… Continue reading Grand Forks Resident Praises Police for Quick Response to Intruder

Crookston Man Faces Additional Charges in Alleged Rape Case

Susano Isaiah Padilla

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Crookston man arrested in October for allegedly raping an intoxicated woman is now facing two additional, related felony charges. Susano Isaiah Padilla, 21, was initially charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct and third-degree criminal sexual conduct. An amended criminal complaint, filed Tuesday, July 2, added one count of first-degree… Continue reading Crookston Man Faces Additional Charges in Alleged Rape Case

Warren Man Sentenced to 86 Months for Major Drug Crime in Polk County

Conner Douglas Anderson

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Warren, Minnesota man, Conner Douglas Anderson, 31, was sentenced on Tuesday, July 2, to 86 months in prison for committing a first-degree aggravated controlled substance crime in Polk County. Anderson sold three ounces of methamphetamine to an undercover deputy in May 2023, according to a probable cause statement filed in… Continue reading Warren Man Sentenced to 86 Months for Major Drug Crime in Polk County

Grand Forks Murder: Victim Identified, Narveson Charged

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The victim of a shooting at a downtown Grand Forks bar on July 4th has been identified at James E. Jorgenson. The suspect in this case, Nicholas Narveson has been charged with Murder, Terroring, Reckless Endangerment and Criminal Mischief.

Breaking News: Shooting Reported in Grand Forks, Interview with Arrested Suspect and Coroner at Scene

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have a report of a shooting in Downtown Grand Forks this this Fourth of July evening. It appears 1 man has been arrested and the coroner is on the scene.

High-Profile North Dakota Murder Case Moved to Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a significant development, the most high-profile murder case in North Dakota has been moved to Grand Forks County. The case involves the 2007 murder of 18-year-old Anita Knutson, who was found stabbed to death in her apartment near Minot State University. Fifteen years later, her roommate, Nichole Rice, was… Continue reading High-Profile North Dakota Murder Case Moved to Grand Forks

Grand Forks Woman Sentenced for 2023 Drunk-Driving Crash

Regina Ruth Dahl

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks, N.D woman was sentenced on Monday, June 17, in Pennington County District Court for a 2023 drunk-driving crash that injured both drivers involved. Regina Ruth Dahl, 46, received a sentence for a felony DWI charge. A gross misdemeanor charge of criminal vehicular operation–bodily harm was dismissed.… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Sentenced for 2023 Drunk-Driving Crash

Fatal Shooting at Crookston Homeless Shelter Prompts Investigation

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Late on Sunday night, June 30, a tragic incident unfolded at the Care and Share homeless shelter in Crookston, Minnesota. Responding to a reported fight, officers from the Crookston Police Department encountered a combative man inside the shelter who refused to comply with verbal commands. After deploying less-lethal measures, details unspecified,… Continue reading Fatal Shooting at Crookston Homeless Shelter Prompts Investigation

Warren Man Sentenced to 120 Days for Meth Sale and DUI

Michael John Slusar

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Warren, Minnesota man, Michael John Slusar, 45, has been sentenced to 120 days in Polk County custody for the third-degree sale of a narcotic. Slusar pleaded guilty to the felony crime, as well as a gross misdemeanor for driving while impaired, in April. Additional charges, including felony fifth-degree drug… Continue reading Warren Man Sentenced to 120 Days for Meth Sale and DUI

Fort Totten Man Avoids More Jail Time After Stabbing Incident

RAMSEY COUNTY, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fort Totten man, Louis Lyle Blacklance Jr., pleaded guilty to Class C felony aggravated assault with a dangerous weapon on Thursday, June 27, and will serve no additional time in custody. In February, Blacklance, 23, stabbed a man multiple times in the side and back with a small steak… Continue reading Fort Totten Man Avoids More Jail Time After Stabbing Incident

Cavalier Woman Pleads Not Guilty to Smuggling Drugs into Jail, Faces 20 Years in Prison

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Elaine Alexis Longtine, 26, of Cavalier, waived her preliminary hearing on Monday, June 24, and pleaded not guilty to Class A felony conspiracy to deliver or possess with intent to deliver a controlled substance in a correctional facility. Grand Forks County Correctional Center staff discovered Suboxone film strips hidden inside… Continue reading Cavalier Woman Pleads Not Guilty to Smuggling Drugs into Jail, Faces 20 Years in Prison

Charges Dismissed Against Former School Counselor in Sex Crimes Case

Brendon Thomas Parsley

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – At the conclusion of a preliminary hearing on Friday morning, June 21, in Nelson County court, Judge Kristi Venhuizen dismissed the case against former Dakota Prairie School counselor Brendon Thomas Parsley, 48, who was accused of soliciting, luring, and sexually assaulting students. Parsley faced three Class C felonies for crimes… Continue reading Charges Dismissed Against Former School Counselor in Sex Crimes Case

Charge have been filed for the altercation in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a report of a fight by Slapshot Pizza in Grand Forks Friday evening. One person is now facing a criminal charge.

Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Multiple Felonies, Including Attempted Murder

Jeffrey Simpson Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Jeffrey Jacob Simpson Jr., 30, pleaded not guilty on Wednesday, June 19, to 12 felony charges, including four counts of attempted murder for allegedly firing a gun at law enforcement officers. During Simpson’s preliminary hearing, the state presented testimonies from a Grand Forks police officer and… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Multiple Felonies, Including Attempted Murder

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

Arrest Made in Friday Night Altercation in Grand Forks, Further Charges to Follow

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We now have more information regarding a Friday night fight in Grand Forks. One adult was arrested and charges are pending agains 2 adults and 1 juvenile.

URGENT: Fight Reported at Grand Forks Pizza Shop, Authorities Searching for One Suspect

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Multiple squad cars called to a report of a fight in Grand Forks Friday night.

UPDATE: Multiple Squads Called to Gateway Dr. in Grand Forks for Reported Fight

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Multiple squads were called to a report of a fight at a pizza shop on South Washington Street in Grand Forks Friday night.

Fort Totten Resident Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison in Grand Forks for Sexual Offenses

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fort Totten, North Dakota man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison, after pleading guilty to sex crimes in Grand Forks County.

Canadian Woman Granted Leniency in U.S. Drug Smuggling Case

Krystle DeLeon

ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Winnipeg, Manitoba, woman pleaded guilty to an amended charge of second-degree drug possession on Monday, June 17, and was granted a stayed 48-month sentence. Krystle De Leon, 39, was initially charged with first-degree sale of at least 17 grams of cocaine within a 90-day period and first-degree possession of… Continue reading Canadian Woman Granted Leniency in U.S. Drug Smuggling Case

Grand Forks Man Seeks Venue Change in High-Profile Abuse Case

Joshua Jon Temple

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Joshua Jon Temple, 41, of Grand Forks, has requested a change of venue for his criminal case involving the abuse of his late wife, Whitney Temple, who was battling cancer. Temple faces charges including Class B felony endangering an eligible adult, Class C felony terrorizing, Class C felony domestic violence… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Seeks Venue Change in High-Profile Abuse Case

Shocking Sentence: Fargo Man Jailed for Abusing Girlfriend and Killing Kitten in Microwave

Carlos Perez

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Carlos Perez, 24, of Fargo, has been sentenced to eight years in prison for a series of violent acts, including the abuse of his ex-girlfriend and the horrific killing of her kitten using a microwave. Cass County Judge Cherie Clark handed down the sentence on Monday, June 10, giving Perez five… Continue reading Shocking Sentence: Fargo Man Jailed for Abusing Girlfriend and Killing Kitten in Microwave

Rochester Man Sentenced to Two Years for Luring Minor

Daniel Herman Henke

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Rochester, Minnesota, man, Daniel Herman Henke, 28, was sentenced on Friday, June 14, to serve two years in prison for luring a minor by an electronic device, a Class C felony. Henke pleaded guilty to the crime in February. The case began in July of the previous year when… Continue reading Rochester Man Sentenced to Two Years for Luring Minor

Duluth Man Pleads Guilty to Major Drug Charges in Polk County

Jason Michael Carlsness

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jason Michael Carlsness, 41, of Duluth, admitted guilt to two controlled substance crimes on Thursday, June 13, in Polk County. Carlsness was pulled over around 12:50 a.m. on February 6 in Crookston after making an improper lane change and driving the wrong way on Main Street. When stopped, he provided… Continue reading Duluth Man Pleads Guilty to Major Drug Charges in Polk County

Monday Night in Grand Forks Sees Juvenile Chaos and Alleged Knife Threat

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Grand Forks Police responded to a chaotic scene at the Winterland Apartments in Grand Forks Monday night. Police tell TRF News a knife was collected as evidence, but no one was injured with it. At this point, police arent releasing much information since it invovles juveniles. Check back later today for… Continue reading Monday Night in Grand Forks Sees Juvenile Chaos and Alleged Knife Threat

Reckless Driver Crashes into Sheriff’s Cruiser: Bemidji Man Pleads Guilty

TRAILL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Bemidji, Minnesota man has pleaded guilty to an amended charge of reckless driving for crashing into a Traill County Sheriff’s Office cruiser earlier this year. On the evening of January 28, Brody Michael Cota struck the parked police vehicle on Interstate 29, approximately two miles south of Buxton. The… Continue reading Reckless Driver Crashes into Sheriff’s Cruiser: Bemidji Man Pleads Guilty

Chilling Confession: Fargo Man Admits to Killing Girlfriend Over Meth Dispute

Randall Dale Duffy

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man who called the police to confess to the murder of his girlfriend made his first court appearance in Cass County Court on Tuesday, June 11. Randall Dale Duffy, 61, appeared via videoconference from the Cass County Jail. Although he represented himself during the proceeding, District Court Judge Nicholas… Continue reading Chilling Confession: Fargo Man Admits to Killing Girlfriend Over Meth Dispute

East Grand Forks Man Charged with Major Drug Trafficking in Drug Sting Operation

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An East Grand Forks man is facing major drug trafficking charges, following a sting operation.

BREAKING NEWS: EGF Man Suffers Serious Injuries in Motorcycle-Car Collision Near Grand Forks – Exclusive Video Update

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A motorcycle driver from East Grand Forks was seriously injured when a car rolled through a stop sign west of Grand Forks on Saturday evening.

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

New Video Update: Charges Filed and Details Revealed in Chaotic Arrest in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Formal charges have now been filed. We now have more details regarding a wild arrest in Grand Forks Thursday evening.

Exclusive Video Update: Suspect Wanted in Grand Forks Also Linked to Walcott Pursuit

WALCOTT, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A suspect captured in Walcott, North Dakota following a long pursuit Wednesday night was also wanted in Grand Forks.

Minnesota Man Faces Major Drug Charges After Failed Meth Deals: Pleads Not Guilty

Jeremy Aaron Tostrup

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Viking, Minnesota man, Jeremy Aaron Tostrup, 27, waived his preliminary hearing on Tuesday, June 4, and pleaded not guilty to two controlled substance crimes in Pennington County. Tostrup faces charges of third-degree controlled substance sale and conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance crime, each carrying a maximum 20-year… Continue reading Minnesota Man Faces Major Drug Charges After Failed Meth Deals: Pleads Not Guilty

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

Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges After Dramatic Police Chase

Raymond L. Graham Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man is facing five criminal charges after allegedly possessing drugs and a handgun and running from police on Wednesday, June 5. Raymond Lee Graham Jr., 37, is charged with Class A felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to manufacture or deliver, while carrying a firearm. The crime… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Multiple Charges After Dramatic Police Chase

Trial Set for Crookston Man Charged with Sexual Assault and Violence

Dale William Sorenson

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Dale William Sorenson, 60, of Crookston, faces multiple serious charges as he prepares for his July trial. Sorenson is accused of second-degree criminal sexual contact and making violent threats—both felonies—as well as fifth-degree assault, a gross misdemeanor. The incident reportedly occurred in September when police responded to a sexual assault… Continue reading Trial Set for Crookston Man Charged with Sexual Assault and Violence

Trial Date Set for Grand Forks Man Facing Multiple Sexual Assault Charges

Wilfredo Alejandro Lopez

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Wilfredo Alejandro Lopez, 23, is slated for trial in August, facing serious allegations of repeatedly sexually assaulting a teenager during 2021. Lopez faces six counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, with four of these counts carrying a mandatory minimum sentence of 12 years and a maximum of 30 years per… Continue reading Trial Date Set for Grand Forks Man Facing Multiple Sexual Assault Charges

Meth Sale Sting: Thief River Falls Man Risks 20 Years for Drug Deal

James Richard Shaugabay

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – James Richard Shaugabay, 33, from Thief River Falls, faces significant legal jeopardy with potential imprisonment for up to 20 years following his arrest for a drug transaction involving methamphetamine. Shaugabay was formally charged with a third-degree controlled substance sale after his initial court appearance on Thursday, June 6. The charges… Continue reading Meth Sale Sting: Thief River Falls Man Risks 20 Years for Drug Deal

Fraudster’s Web: The Saga of Joseph George Shockley

Joseph George Shockley

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Joseph George Shockley, 61, faces severe consequences as he pleads not guilty to theft by swindling, a crime that could land him behind bars for up to 20 years. In a chilling tale of deception, Shockley allegedly preyed upon unsuspecting victims, orchestrating a web of lies that left them financially… Continue reading Fraudster’s Web: The Saga of Joseph George Shockley

Warroad Man Pleads Not Guilty to Wife’s Murder, Trial Date Set

David Allen Corneliusen, center, is flanked by two images of Mary Corneliusen

ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – David Allen Corneliusen, 64, of Warroad, waived his Monday, June 3, omnibus hearing and pleaded not guilty to the second-degree intentional murder of his wife. Facing up to 40 years in prison if convicted, Corneliusen’s case stems from an incident on Aug. 28, 2023. At 8:08 p.m. on that day,… Continue reading Warroad Man Pleads Not Guilty to Wife’s Murder, Trial Date Set

Grand Forks Man Faces Attempted Murder Charges After Altercation Turns Violent

Alexander Antonio Thompson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Alexander Antonio Thompson, 27, faces serious charges after a workplace altercation in April escalated to attempted murder. Thompson waived his preliminary hearing on Monday, June 3, and pleaded not guilty to Class A felony attempted murder and two counts of Class C felony aggravated assault. If convicted, Thompson could be… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Attempted Murder Charges After Altercation Turns Violent

Man Faces Multiple Violent Charges Following Terrifying Domestic Incident

Kyle Spicer

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Kyle John Spicer, 35, is at the center of a harrowing case in Grand Forks County after he pleaded not guilty to a series of violent offenses, including unlawful possession of a firearm and domestic violence. On April 25, law enforcement responded to a distressing 911 call reporting Spicer as… Continue reading Man Faces Multiple Violent Charges Following Terrifying Domestic Incident

BREAKING NEWS: Grand Forks Citizens Assist in Thwarting Early Sunday Morning Burglary Attempt

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A couple of citizens at a nearby bonfire helped Grand Forks Police take 1 of 2 suspects into custody early Sunday morning.

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

Crookston Man Pleads Not Guilty to Drug Charges, Faces 20 Years in Prison

Gary Herbert Sundquist

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Crookston man waived his omnibus hearing on Thursday, June 6, and pleaded not guilty to third-degree controlled substance crimes. Gary Herbert Sundquist, 64, could face up to 20 years in prison for third-degree controlled substance sale and possession in a prohibited zone. According to a probable cause statement, Sundquist… Continue reading Crookston Man Pleads Not Guilty to Drug Charges, Faces 20 Years in Prison

Grand Forks Man Faces Serious Charges in Fentanyl Case, Pleads Not Guilty

Jacob Gabriel Brunelle

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jacob Gabriel Brunelle, a 28-year-old Grand Forks resident, waived his omnibus hearing on Thursday, June 6, in Polk County and pleaded not guilty to three drug-related charges. Brunelle is charged with conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance sale, felony third-degree controlled substance sale, and misdemeanor fourth-degree driving while impaired… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Serious Charges in Fentanyl Case, Pleads Not Guilty

Camera captures Grand Forks police chasing suspect on foot

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An TRF News viewer’s security cameras captured Grand Forks Police chasing a suspect on foot this Friday afternoon.

Grafton Man Pleads Not Guilty in Suboxone Smuggling Scandal

Andrew Harlan Stenerson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Andrew Harlan Stenerson, 32, from Grafton, waived his preliminary hearing on Monday, June 3, and pleaded not guilty to a Class A felony charge of conspiracy to deliver or possess with intent to deliver a controlled substance in a correctional facility. Stenerson is accused of orchestrating the smuggling of Suboxone… Continue reading Grafton Man Pleads Not Guilty in Suboxone Smuggling Scandal

Minnesota Woman Faces 16 Felony Charges in Drug and Theft Ring

Brooke Reed Edwards

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Brooke Reed Edwards, 30, from Minnesota, waived her preliminary hearing on Monday, June 3, and pleaded not guilty to 16 felony charges in Grand Forks County. Edwards was booked in April for crimes allegedly committed in July 2022. Edwards faces two Class A felonies for possessing at least 50 grams… Continue reading Minnesota Woman Faces 16 Felony Charges in Drug and Theft Ring

UPDATE: Child involved in Grand Forks crash passes away, charges likely to be elevated.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A child involved in a Grand Forks crash has died. Charges against the suspect are expected to be upgraded.

Tragic Collision Claims Life of Six-Year-Old Girl in Grand Forks

Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A heartbreaking incident unfolded Monday night at the junction of U.S. Highway 2 and Airport Road, just outside Grand Forks, as a six-year-old girl succumbed to injuries sustained in a vehicular collision. Travis Bell of Fordville, North Dakota, faces charges of criminal vehicular injury, with further legal actions pending. The… Continue reading Tragic Collision Claims Life of Six-Year-Old Girl in Grand Forks

Tragic Fatal Crash near Grand Forks Airport

What: Fatal Crash Where: US Highway 2 & Airport Rd, approximately 3 miles west of Grand Forks When: June 3, 2024, at 18:41 PM Road Conditions: Good Weather Conditions: Sunny Crash Involvement: Vehicle v. Vehicle Type of Crash: Rear End Agencies Involved: Grand Forks County Sheriff’s Office, Altru Ambulance, Emerado Fire, NDHP Vehicle No. 1:… Continue reading Tragic Fatal Crash near Grand Forks Airport

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

Update: Charges filed in crash near Grand Forks Airport; adult victim identified, child airlifted

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Charges have now been filed against a Fordville, North Dakota man, after he crashed into another vehicle stopped at the light on Highway 2 by the Grand Forks Airport Monday night. The victim has been identified as 26-year old Nicole Louthain of the GF Air Base and a 6-year old child… Continue reading Update: Charges filed in crash near Grand Forks Airport; adult victim identified, child airlifted

Pickup Driver Arrested After Crash Injures Woman and Child Near Grand Forks Airport on Highway 2

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A woman and child were seriously injured after their vehicle was rear ended at the stop light on Highway 2 by the Grand Forks Airport Monday evening. The driver of the pickup that struck them was arrested.

New Video Update: Charges Filed in Grand Forks Hatchet Attack & Shots Fired Incident on Saturday

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Charges now filed against a Grand Forks man for allegedly attacking another man with a hatchet and then firing numerous rounds inside his home early Saturday morning. Jayden Lloyd is facing a long string of criminal charges.

🚨 Rochester Man Sentenced for Minneapolis Murder, Faces Another Trial for Moorhead Killing

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Idris Haji-Mohamed, 29, of Rochester, was sentenced to 25½ years in prison for the 2022 murder of Jeremy Ellis near U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. Hennepin County Judge Paul Scoggin handed down the 305-month sentence on Friday, May 24, as court documents revealed on Tuesday. A jury convicted Haji-Mohamed of two… Continue reading 🚨 Rochester Man Sentenced for Minneapolis Murder, Faces Another Trial for Moorhead Killing

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

UPDATE: Shots Fired Following Hatchet Attack in Grand Forks on Saturday Morning

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A suspect is in jail, after allegedly attacking a man with a hatchet and then firing multiple rounds inside his residence on Oak Street in Grand Forks early Saturday morning.

Breaking News: Police Respond to Gunshots in Grand Forks on Saturday Morning

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Breaking news out of Grand Forks, North Dakota early on this Saturday morning. We had a report of shots fired and SWAT called to the scene. One person with possible injuries.

East Grand Forks Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Alleged Fentanyl Sale

Terimal Dion Singleton

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – An East Grand Forks man waived his Tuesday, May 28, omnibus hearing and pleaded not guilty to a felony third-degree narcotics sale. Terimal Dion Singleton, 50, faces up to 20 years in prison for the alleged crime. In August 2023, a confidential informant conducted a controlled buy from Singleton, according… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Alleged Fentanyl Sale

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

A Grand Forks man pleaded guilty to Class A misdemeanor engaging in a riot Friday

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Alexander Clifford Haase, 25, pleaded guilty to Class A misdemeanor engaging in a riot on Friday, May 24, for his involvement in a September incident at the Grand Forks County Correctional Center. He was sentenced to 90 days in custody, with credit for 43 days already served. On the night… Continue reading A Grand Forks man pleaded guilty to Class A misdemeanor engaging in a riot Friday

UPDATE: Suspect Charged and Victim Identified in Grand Forks Shooting

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man has been charged with Aggravated Assault and Reckless Endangerment, after allegedly shooting another man while playing basketball Saturday evening. The victim has also now been identified.

UPDATE: Charges Filed Following Shooting Incident in East Grand Forks on Sunday

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Charges now filed after a Grand Forks man allegedly fired a shot in an East Grand Forks apartment Sunday.

Repeat Offender Arrested After High-Speed Chase in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A New Rockford man, Kyle Kahalehili Maez-Schaak, 31, was arrested in Grand Forks for allegedly fleeing police, marking his eighth such incident in the past six years. Maez-Schaak has been arrested more than 30 times in his adult life. On Thursday, May 23, at 4:03 a.m., a county deputy attempted… Continue reading Repeat Offender Arrested After High-Speed Chase in Grand Forks

Shooting at Abbott Sports Complex Leads to Arrest of Grand Forks Man

Allen Little

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man was arrested Saturday following a shooting on the basketball court at Abbott Sports Complex. Police say 24-year-old Allen Little shot a 25-year-old male during a disturbance on the court. The two men are known to each other. The victim was transported to Altru by private vehicle… Continue reading Shooting at Abbott Sports Complex Leads to Arrest of Grand Forks Man

UPDATE: Suspect Arrested in Grand Forks after Shots Fired in EGF, SWAT Called

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A suspect is in custody, after shots were fired in East Grand Forks and the SWAT Team was called out in Grand Forks. Marko Ruot is in jail awaiting formal charges.

New developments in Grand Forks: SWAT team called in for suspect in apartment building

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The Grand Forks SWAT Team has been called out for a suspect in an apartment building, following a report of shots fired in East Grand Forks.

Man from Grand Forks shot; suspect apprehended on Saturday – VIDEO UPDATE

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man was shot at a basketball court Saturday night. A suspect is in custody. Allen Little of Grand Forks is being held on several charges.

Minnesota Man Set to Change Plea in Shocking Child Abuse Case

Manuel Martinez Jr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Minnesota man’s Thursday, May 23, final dispositional conference in Grand Forks County court was canceled because he plans to change his plea in the gross sexual imposition case. Manuel Martinez Jr., 47, is charged with four counts of Class AA felony gross sexual imposition-victim under the age of 15-defendant… Continue reading Minnesota Man Set to Change Plea in Shocking Child Abuse Case

Grafton Man Gets Two Years in Prison After Pleading Guilty to Multiple Charges

Juan Carlos Gutierrez

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grafton man changed his plea and was sentenced Thursday, May 23, to two years in prison. Juan Carlos Gutierrez, 30, pleaded guilty to two Class C felonies, reckless endangerment-extreme indifference and fleeing a police officer. He also pleaded guilty to Class A misdemeanor drug paraphernalia possession and Class B… Continue reading Grafton Man Gets Two Years in Prison After Pleading Guilty to Multiple Charges

Reckless Driving Leads to 2.5-Year Prison Sentence for Minnesota Man in Fatal Crash

Dominic Micheal Billmeier

WALSH COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me) – A Minnesota man was sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison Thursday afternoon, May 23, for causing a fatal 2023 rollover crash in Walsh County. “There are multiple things I could’ve done to change that day,” Dominic Michael Billmeier, 25, said during the hearing. “I am sorry.” On March 2, 2023, Billmeier… Continue reading Reckless Driving Leads to 2.5-Year Prison Sentence for Minnesota Man in Fatal Crash

Grand Forks Man Avoids Trial for Felony Sexual Assault and Burglary Charges Through Pretrial Diversion

Lance Visnar Oliveros

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Lance Visnar Oliveros, 26, was anticipated to stand trial on May 28 for Class A felony gross sexual imposition and Class B felony night burglary. Instead, he has been granted a pretrial diversion agreement, meaning he will not have to go to trial. Oliveros was charged in December 2022 for… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Avoids Trial for Felony Sexual Assault and Burglary Charges Through Pretrial Diversion

UPDATE: Three individuals arrested after police chase and collision in Grand Forks early Thursday morning

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Three people arrested following an early Thursday morning pursuit and crash in Grand Forks.

Red Lake Falls Man Pleads Not Guilty to Felony Charges for Spiking Drink with Drugs

Lane Allen Anderson

RED LAKE COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Lane Allen Anderson, 27, waived his Wednesday, May 22, omnibus hearing and pleaded not guilty to two felony charges. Anderson is charged with adulteration causing illness, pain, or other bodily harm and third-degree sale of a narcotic, the latter carrying a maximum 20-year sentence. According to a probable cause… Continue reading Red Lake Falls Man Pleads Not Guilty to Felony Charges for Spiking Drink with Drugs

Man in Warren, Minnesota Waives Hearing and Pleads Not Guilty to Horrifying Sex Crimes Involving Minor Victim

Seth Lawrence Solberg

MARSHALL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Warren, Minnesota man has pleaded not guilty to two counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct after being charged with sex crimes involving a child under the age of 13. Seth Lawrence Solberg faces up to 30 years in prison if convicted. The charges stem from an incident reported to… Continue reading Man in Warren, Minnesota Waives Hearing and Pleads Not Guilty to Horrifying Sex Crimes Involving Minor Victim

The Mysterious and Unsettling Case of the Kissing Burglar in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing a felony charge for allegedly walking into a woman’s apartment and kissing her while she was asleep on the couch.

School Board Clears Grand Forks Superintendent Terry Brenner of Wrongdoing

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Grand Forks Superintendent of Schools, Terry Brenner has been cleared of any wrong doing by the School Board. There was a complaint that he broke the rules during the budget process..

Potential Financial Troubles for New Development in Downtown Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) “The Beacon” a new, downtown Grand Forks apartment and retail space development by “Epic Companies” of West Fargo that’s not completed, could be in financial trouble.

A Northwood resident receives a 360-day sentence for numerous drug offenses and concealing a weapon.

Darin James Braun

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On Monday, May 13, a 41-year-old man from Northwood, Darin James Braun, was sentenced to serve 360 days for drug and weapon offenses. Braun admitted guilt to four counts of possession with intent to distribute, originally classified as Class A felonies but reduced to Class B felonies in a plea… Continue reading A Northwood resident receives a 360-day sentence for numerous drug offenses and concealing a weapon.

Grand Forks Tire Slasher Pleads Guilty to Damaging 50 Vehicles

Matthew Vincent Morris

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Matthew Vincent Morris, 31, who is accused of slashing tires on 50 vehicles in a single night last fall, changed his plea to guilty on Monday, May 13. Morris is charged with Class B felony criminal mischief, resulting in more than $10,000 worth of damage. The charge carries a maximum… Continue reading Grand Forks Tire Slasher Pleads Guilty to Damaging 50 Vehicles

Grand Forks Woman Accused of Strangling Mother with Purse Strap Pleads Not Guilty

Brianna Lynn Thomas

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks woman accused of attempting to murder her mother waived her preliminary hearing on Monday, May 13, and pleaded not guilty to two felony charges. Brianna Lynn Thomas, 20, faces up to 20 years in prison for Class A felony attempted murder and is also charged with Class… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Accused of Strangling Mother with Purse Strap Pleads Not Guilty

A woman from Cavalier was arrested for allegedly smuggling Suboxone into the Grand Forks County Correctional Center

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Elaine Alexis Longtine, a 25-year-old woman from Cavalier, was arrested on Monday, May 13, in connection with an incident involving the smuggling of Suboxone film strips into the Grand Forks County Correctional Center concealed within greeting card envelopes. Longtine faces charges of Class A felony conspiracy to deliver or possess… Continue reading A woman from Cavalier was arrested for allegedly smuggling Suboxone into the Grand Forks County Correctional Center

A woman from Grand Forks is accused of possessing 653 fentanyl pills with the intent to manufacture or deliver.

Danielle Caroline Hudson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On Monday, May 13th, when authorities in Grand Forks executed an arrest warrant for Danielle Caroline Hudson, they made a startling discovery inside her purse—approximately 653 fentanyl pills, as reported by the police. Hudson, aged 30, appeared in court for her initial hearing on Tuesday morning, May 14th. She faces… Continue reading A woman from Grand Forks is accused of possessing 653 fentanyl pills with the intent to manufacture or deliver.

Single Vehicle Accident in Clearwater County Injures Grand Forks Man

A Grand Forks resident, Kaiden Tyler Francis (20), sustained injuries in a weekend accident in Clearwater County, as reported by the Minnesota State Patrol. Alcohol is suspected to have played a role. Francis was driving a 2013 Nissan Frontier southbound on Highway 92 in Copley Township when he lost control of the vehicle, veering off… Continue reading Single Vehicle Accident in Clearwater County Injures Grand Forks Man

Update on East Grand Forks Crash: 5 Adults and Children Sustain Injuries

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Five people were injured when a pickup pulling a goose neck camper hit the ditch on Highway 2 near East Grand Forks Monday evening.

UPDATE: Low Speed Rollover Accident in Grand Forks, Latest News

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a rollover crash in Grand Forks Monday morning. Sgt. Pemberton says it was a low speed crash resulting in a rollover.

UPDATE: Motorcyclist Charged in Car Collision in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A motorcycle driver is facing a DUI charge, after crashing into a car in Grand Forks Saturday evening. He was not injured.

Police in Grand Forks called to address a street fight in the early hours of Saturday morning.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Grand Forks Police were dispatched to an early Saturday morning street fight on North 3rd Street.

Fisher, Minnesota Woman Accused of Terrorism in Grand Forks County, North Dakota

GRAND FORKS COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fisher, Minnesota woman has been charged with felony Terrorizing in Grand Forks County, North Dakota.

UPDATE: Southwind Apartments in Grand Forks Experience Garage Fire on Sunday Afternoon

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a Sunday afternoon fire in the garages of the Southwind apartments in Grand Forks.

Fire Breaks Out in Garage of Grand Forks Southwind Apartment Complex on Sunday Afternoon

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A large garage fire at a Grand Forks apartment complex on this Sunday afternoon.

Man Arrested in Grand Forks for 2013 Murder in Minneapolis

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A man wanted for a 2013 murder in Minneapolis was arrested in Grand Forks this week and returned to that city to face the charge. New DNA evidence and a witness put Suleiman Ali at the scene of a shooting death back in October of 2013 near U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

Charges for Attempting to Hit Man, Woman, and Child in Grand Forks

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks, North Dakota woman is facing a trio of felony charges, after allegedly trying to run over a man, woman and child in a Walmart parking lot.

UPDATED: East Grand Forks, MN Police Arrest Man with Previous Criminal Record

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update to a large law enforcement presence surrounding an arrest in East Grand Forks, Minnesota on Sunday.

State Patrol Makes Arrest During Traffic Stop in East Grand Forks on Sunday Afternoon

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) East Grand Forks Police assisted the Minnesota State Patrol in the stop and arrest of a man in that town Sunday afternoon. We’ll have more details on Monday.

UPDATE: East Grand Forks Kidnapping Suspect Successfully Identified

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a Kidnapping case that started in Grand Forks on late Friday afternoon and ended in East Grand Forks. Twenty-nine year old Russell Jerome Fahlstrom of Laporte, Minnesota is in custody on a Kidnapping charge.

Armed Suspects with Guns and Machetes Reported in Grand Forks on Friday Night

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We had a report of 2 men possibly armed with a gun and machete threatening another man in Grand Forks Friday night.

UPDATED: Exclusive Interview with Victim of Foiled Kidnapping in East Grand Forks

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We now have an interview with the male victim of an attempted kidnapping that started in Grand Forks and ended in East Grand Forks Friday evening.

Crookston Woman Receives Staggered 180-Day Sentence for Felony Theft and Aiding Offender Charges

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a courtroom drama unfolding on Tuesday, April 23, Irene Thompson, 42, faced sentencing for her involvement in felony theft from an employer and aiding an offender. Thompson had previously pleaded guilty to these charges in February, leading to the dismissal of two remaining charges against her. The proposed plea… Continue reading Crookston Woman Receives Staggered 180-Day Sentence for Felony Theft and Aiding Offender Charges

Grand Forks Man Faces Serious Drug Charges

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Tyler Gregory Thomas, 24, from Belcourt, waived his preliminary hearing, originally set for April 26, in Grand Forks County. He pleaded not guilty to three felony drug charges, including Class A felony possession of over 50 grams of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, which carries a maximum 20-year sentence. Additionally,… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Serious Drug Charges

Parents from Tokio Charged in 3-Year-Old Daughter’s Tragic Death

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A devastating tragedy has gripped Tokio, North Dakota, as a couple faces federal charges following the death of their 3-year-old daughter in 2022. Austin Ray Lester, 28, and Krissy Louise Hinsley, 25, are accused of involuntary manslaughter and two counts of child neglect. Additionally, Lester faces a charge of assaulting… Continue reading Parents from Tokio Charged in 3-Year-Old Daughter’s Tragic Death

UPDATE: New information released in attempted murder case against Grand Forks man

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man charged with Attempted Murder has made his initial appearance in Grand Forks District Court. Alexander Thompson allegedly tried to strangle a coworker to death with an extension cord.

American Crystal in East Grand Forks Receives $350,000 Fine

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The East Grand Forks, Minnesota American Crystal Sugar plant has been fined $350,000 for violating air quality standards.

News Update: Grand Forks Burglary Reported, No Charges Filed

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We had a report of a burglary in progress just before noon on this Tuesday. Police say a man was in a vacant apartment. He was detained, but the apartment manager didn’t want to file charges.

Bizarre: Suspected Mistreatment of Senior Grand Forks Resident

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have the strange case involving the alleged abuse of an elderly Grand Forks, North Dakota woman. An arrest warrant has been issued for Beth Ayn Erickson.

UPDATE: Grand Forks Firefighters Successfully Contain Ammonia Leak At Simplot Plant on Friday Night

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Grand Forks firefighters got an ammounia leak under control at the Simplot potato processing plant Friday night. No injuries reported.

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

Grand Forks Air Force Base Lockdown Lifted at 4:35 PM on Wednesday

GRAND FORKS AIR FORCE BASE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A lockdown at the Grand Forks Air Force Base was lifted at 4:35 pm Wednesday, after a shot was fire. No injuries and no suspect located at this time.

BREAKING NEWS: Grand Forks Air Force Base on Lockdown, Suspected Shooter Reported

GRAND FORKS AIR FORCE BASE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The Grand Forks Air Force Base is on lockdown for a possible shooter.

UPDATE: Patrol Identifies Grand Forks Man Who Miraculously Survives Train Collision

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Thirty-six year old Theodore Krmpotich of Grand Forks, North Dakota is nothing short of “Lucky to be Alive”, after his vehicle collided with a BNSF train by Crookston, Minnesota Monday afternoon. He suffered non-life threatening injuries

Update on Grand Forks Man Involved in Car vs. Train Accident in Crookston, Minnesota

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have the lates on a car-train collision by Crookston, Minnesota late Monday afternoon. The Minnesota State Patrol says the driver of the car was a man from Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison Following Overdose of 2-Year-Old

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks, North Dakota man has been sentenced to 6 years in prison, after his 2-year old child got into his drugs last year and overdosed. The child survived.

Recidivism Trends Alarm Grand Forks County Correctional Center Officials

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In an unprecedented turn of events, every individual booked into the Grand Forks County Correctional Center on Wednesday had previously been incarcerated there, highlighting a worrisome pattern of recidivism. Administrator Bret Burkholder expressed deep concern over the rising rates of repeat offenders, signaling a troubling trend in the criminal justice… Continue reading Recidivism Trends Alarm Grand Forks County Correctional Center Officials

UPDATE: Serious Injury in Grand Forks County US Highway 2 CMV-involved Single Vehicle Crash

Location: US Highway 2, near mile marker 313; approximately 1 mile east of Petersburg, ND Date and Time: April 11, 2024; at 11:41 PM CDT Road Conditions: Good, dry Weather Conditions: Clear, dark Type of Crash: Single vehicle, CMV Agencies Involved: North Dakota Highway Patrol, Petersburg Fire Department, and Michigan Area Ambulance Service Vehicle No.… Continue reading UPDATE: Serious Injury in Grand Forks County US Highway 2 CMV-involved Single Vehicle Crash

Injured Grand Forks Trucker Reveals All About Survival of Puppy

PETERSBURG, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Forty-seven year old trucker, Chad Ramstad of Grand Forks was injured in a crash late Thursday evening. Ramstad says his puppy survived, but is undergoing medical care. Ramstad has been released from the hospital and tells TRF News what happened.

Grand Forks Woman Pleads Guilty to Drug Sales and Other Offenses

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Miranda Marie Slebodnik, 32, faced a pivotal moment in her legal battle as she pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including controlled substance sales, during a court appearance on Friday morning, April 12, in Polk County. Slebodnik, appearing remotely from the Pennington County Jail, entered guilty pleas in three separate cases,… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Pleads Guilty to Drug Sales and Other Offenses

Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Four Felony Drug Charges

Nolli Hedaria Neal Sr.

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Nolli Hedaria Neal Sr., 50, made a significant legal maneuver by waiving his preliminary hearing, which was slated for Monday, April 15, and entered a plea of not guilty to four felony drug crimes in Grand Forks. Neal’s legal troubles began in March when law enforcement executed a search warrant… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Four Felony Drug Charges

Alleged Shoplifter Pleads Not Guilty to Charges in Grand Forks County

Benjamin Mikkel Pawlowski

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Benjamin Mikkel Pawlowski, 30, faced a pivotal moment in his legal battle as he waived his preliminary hearing, scheduled for Monday, April 15, and entered a plea of not guilty to a slew of charges in Grand Forks County. The charges stem from an incident where Pawlowski allegedly shoplifted merchandise… Continue reading Alleged Shoplifter Pleads Not Guilty to Charges in Grand Forks County

Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Horrific Crimes Against a Child

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Ja’Haun Kardelle Stafford, 38, appeared in court on Wednesday, April 3, after a preliminary hearing determined probable cause for his case to proceed. Facing grave charges, Stafford pleaded not guilty to sexual and violent offenses against a child. Stafford’s charges include a Class AA felony for gross sexual imposition involving… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Not Guilty to Horrific Crimes Against a Child

Warren Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Sales and Driving While Impaired

Michael John Slusar

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Michael John Slusar, a 45-year-old resident of Warren, Minnesota, admitted his guilt in court on Thursday, April 4, to charges of third-degree narcotics sales and gross misdemeanor second-degree driving while impaired by a controlled substance. The severity of the drug sales charge carries a potential maximum sentence of 20 years,… Continue reading Warren Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Sales and Driving While Impaired

Crookston Man Sentenced to 90 Days for Felony Threats of Violence

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Michael Joseph Ward, a 25-year-old resident of Crookston, faced sentencing on Tuesday, April 2, for felony threats of violence. 1. Guilty Plea and Dismissed Charges: Ward had previously pleaded guilty to the crime in January. However, his second-degree assault charge with a dangerous weapon was dismissed during the legal proceedings.… Continue reading Crookston Man Sentenced to 90 Days for Felony Threats of Violence

Grand Forks Semi Driver Chad Ramstad, 47, Suffers Severe Injuries in Crash

PETERSBURG, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks semi driver was seriously injured in a single vehicle crash on Highway 2 near Petersburg, North Dakota late Thursday night. The victim has been identified as 47-year old Chad Ramstad of Grand Forks.

Devils Lake Man Sentenced for Theft and Preventing Arrest, but Related Case Keeps Legal Drama Alive

Jason David Duerr

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a saga of legal twists and turns, Jason David Duerr, 42, from Devils Lake, found himself in the center of a courtroom drama. Duerr faced sentencing after admitting guilt to a Class A felony theft and Class C felony preventing arrest in Cavalier County. However, the plot thickens as… Continue reading Devils Lake Man Sentenced for Theft and Preventing Arrest, but Related Case Keeps Legal Drama Alive

Roseau Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault, Faces Decades in Prison

Danny Lee Hamilton

ROSEAU COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Roseau man has admitted his guilt to charges of second-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a minor. Danny Lee Hamilton, aged 61, faces up to 25 years behind bars for the heinous crime committed against a 15-year-old girl. In addition to this charge, Hamilton is also facing two counts of… Continue reading Roseau Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault, Faces Decades in Prison

West Fargo Woman Pleads Guilty to Amended Charges in Fatal Crash

Taquoya Nike Saldana

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a tragic turn of events, Taquoya Nike Saldana of West Fargo pleaded guilty on Monday to amended charges stemming from a fatal crash that claimed the life of a 31-year-old Marine veteran last year. Crash Details On April 12, 2023, Saldana was initially charged with driving under the influence and… Continue reading West Fargo Woman Pleads Guilty to Amended Charges in Fatal Crash

Former Emerado City Auditor Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Financial Misconduct

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a startling turn of events, Wendy Jane Sullivan, 59, former Emerado city auditor, appeared in court, waving her preliminary hearing and entering a plea of not guilty to two severe felonies. Allegations Unveiled Sullivan stands accused of perpetrating two Class A felonies, including theft exceeding $50,000 and misapplication of… Continue reading Former Emerado City Auditor Faces Felony Charges for Alleged Financial Misconduct

Grand Forks Police Arrest Fargo Driver for Hallucinating During Pursuit

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A suspect who law enforcement says was hallucinating was arrested in an early Wednesday morning pursuit in Grand Forks. Matthew Eagleman is facing a trio of felony charges.

Alleged Murder Suspect in Thief River Falls Claims Act was for Public Safety

Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Eleven months following the tragic death of Steven Opdahl outside DigiKey, chilling details emerge from an omnibus hearing shedding light on the alleged perpetrator’s mindset. Assistant Special Agent Testifies: Ricky Wuori Jr., of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, recounted his initial interview with Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera. Wuori described Benitez-Estremera’s… Continue reading Alleged Murder Suspect in Thief River Falls Claims Act was for Public Safety

Charges Filed Against Grand Forks Woman for Alleged Attempted Murder of Mother

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks woman is charged with Attempted Murder, after allegedly trying to strangle her mother Sunday night. Brianna Thomas faces charges of Attempted Murder and Domestic Violence.