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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

Westbound Interstate 90 at Mile Marker 196, GRAND MEADOW TWP, Mower County Crash 2024-08-09 13:11:25

Incident Incident type: Injury ICR: 24103546 Date/Time: 08/09/2024 09:49   District: 2100 Rochester Case Information Contact: 507-923-2040 Media Contact: Sgt. Troy Christianson (507) 923-2050   Location: Westbound Interstate 90 at Mile Marker 196, GRAND MEADOW TWP, Mower County   Description: The Nissan Sentra was traveling westbound on interstate 90 in the right lane when it… Continue reading Westbound Interstate 90 at Mile Marker 196, GRAND MEADOW TWP, Mower County
Crash 2024-08-09 13:11:25

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

Grand Cities Celebration Brings Fun and Community Spirit to Downtown Square

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The Grand Cities Celebration is currently underway at the Downtown Square in Grand Forks and will continue until 8 PM this Tuesday evening. The event, which started at 5:30 PM, offers a variety of activities and entertainment for all ages. Highlights include live music by the Downtown Horns, food trucks,… Continue reading Grand Cities Celebration Brings Fun and Community Spirit to Downtown Square

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

Fargo Man’s State Charges Dropped After Federal Indictment for Gun Possession

Kadar Pearson

FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Kadar Pearson, a Fargo resident, recently faced an important legal shift. State charges against him for unlawful possession of a firearm, escape, and refusal to halt have been dropped following his federal indictment. Pearson was arraigned after a grand jury unsealed the indictment, which charges him with possession of a firearm… Continue reading Fargo Man’s State Charges Dropped After Federal Indictment for Gun Possession

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

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.

Southbound Highway 53 at Industrial Road, GRAND LAKE TWP, St. Louis County Crash 2024-07-13 13:45:06

Incident Incident type: Injury ICR: 24271468 Date/Time: 07/13/2024 11:26   District: 2700 Duluth Case Information Contact: 218-302-6127 Media Contact: MSP PIO Lt. Jill Frankfurth (651) 343-4680   Location: Southbound Highway 53 at Industrial Road, GRAND LAKE TWP, St. Louis County   Description: A Subaru Forester was driving southbound on highway 53 at the intersection of… Continue reading Southbound Highway 53 at Industrial Road, GRAND LAKE TWP, St. Louis County
Crash 2024-07-13 13:45:06

🪓 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

Highway 169 and 21st Street South(Grand Rapids), GRAND RAPIDS TWP, Itasca County Crash 2024-06-27 21:35:26

Incident Incident type: Injury ICR: 24310586 Date/Time: 06/27/2024 17:58   District: 3100 Virginia Case Information Contact: 218-735-3720 Media Contact: MSP PIO Lt. Jill Frankfurth (651) 343-4680   Location: Highway 169 and 21st Street South(Grand Rapids), GRAND RAPIDS TWP, Itasca County   Description: The Honda Suzuki was travelling northbound on Highway 169 in the right lane… Continue reading Highway 169 and 21st Street South(Grand Rapids), GRAND RAPIDS TWP, Itasca County
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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.

Interstate 94 at Mile Marker 100, LA GRAND TWP, Douglas County Crash 2024-05-26 08:12:20

Incident Incident type: Injury ICR: 24900816 Date/Time: 05/26/2024 05:59   District: 2900 Detroit Lakes Case Information Contact: 218-846-8260 Media Contact:   Location: Interstate 94 at Mile Marker 100, LA GRAND TWP, Douglas County   Description: 2018 Cadillac Escalade was traveling eastbound on Interstate 94 at Mile Marker 100, when it went off of the road… Continue reading Interstate 94 at Mile Marker 100, LA GRAND TWP, Douglas County
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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.

Hwy 27 at East Lake Mary RD, LA GRAND TWP, Douglas County Crash 2024-05-18 14:47:40

Incident Incident type: Injury ICR: 24900755 Date/Time: 05/18/2024 13:04   District: 2900 Detroit Lakes Case Information Contact: 218-846-8260 Media Contact: Sgt. Jesse Grabow (218) 639-3168   Location: Hwy 27 at East Lake Mary RD, LA GRAND TWP, Douglas County   Description: Ram was traveling WB stopped in the lane waiting for other vehicles in front… Continue reading Hwy 27 at East Lake Mary RD, LA GRAND TWP, Douglas County
Crash 2024-05-18 14:47:40

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.

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.