High Tech Theft Strikes the Region in Latest News!

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have more information regarding a theft-fraud story we’ve been following since last Friday. Three suspects now charged in high tech theft cases.

Latest Update: High Speed Chase Across Northern Minnesota on Saturday

UPDATE: Saturday High Speed Chase Across Northern Minnesota BLACKDUCK, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a high speed chase across Northern Minnesota. Torrey Brown of Red Lake is facing criminal charges.

Polk County Inmate at High Risk Faces Additional Felony Charge

High Risk, Polk County Inmate Facing Another Felony Charge CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A high risk inmate at Tri-County Corrections in Crookston is facing another felony charge.

Thief River Falls High School Senior Charged with Child Pornography Offenses

Thief River Falls High School Senior Facing Child Porn Charges THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls, Minnesota high school senior is facing child porn charges.

BREAKING NEWS: Man Injured as High Winds Hit Hillsboro, ND

BREAKING NEWS: Man Injured When High Winds Slam Hillsboro, ND HILLSBORO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) One man was injured when high winds knocked over a tree on a van Thursday.

Minnesota National Guard Recruiter Charged with Sexual Offenses Involving High School Student

Minnesota National Guard Recruiter Facing Sex Charges Involving High School Student ROSEAU, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Bemidji man is facing sex charges while he worked as a recruiter for the Minnesota National Guard at the Roseau High School.

BREAKING NEWS: Bemidji High School Gun Report Concludes Safely

BREAKING NEWS: Report Of Gun At Bemidji High School Ends Without Incident BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) There was a large police presence at the Bemidji High School Monday morning, following a report that a student possibly brought a gun to school. It all ended without incident. We’re waiting on word of whether a gun was actually… Continue reading BREAKING NEWS: Bemidji High School Gun Report Concludes Safely

Flooding on Rainy Lake and High Water Levels on Lake of the Woods

Flooding On Rainy Lake, High Water On Lake Of The Woods… Some Flooding LAKE OF THE WOODS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Lake of the Woods is nearing record levels with some flooding as the flood fight continues to the east along Rainy Lake.

Park Center High School Student Arrested After Gun Discovered in Backpack

BROOKLYN PARK, MN — A student at Park Center High School in Brooklyn Park was arrested on Wednesday after school staff discovered a handgun in a backpack. Following the discovery, the school resource officer quickly identified a student as a “person of interest.” The student was arrested without incident, according to Brooklyn Park police. Authorities… Continue reading Park Center High School Student Arrested After Gun Discovered in Backpack

CROOKSTON FLOOD ALERT: Red Lake River Predicted to Surpass Historic 1997 High

CROOKSTON FLOOD FIGHT: Red Lake River Forecast To Rise Above Historic 1997 Level CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A flood fight is underway in Crookston, Minnesota as the Red Lake River there is now forecast to rise above it’s historic crest in 1997.

Beltrami County Gains HIDTA Status to Tackle Rising Drug Trafficking

Beltrami County has officially been recognized as a High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP). This designation, shared by only four other locations nationwide—including Stearns County, Minnesota—marks a significant step in addressing the rise of drug trafficking in the region. Beltrami County has become a critical hub… Continue reading Beltrami County Gains HIDTA Status to Tackle Rising Drug Trafficking

NFL Super Bowl Champion and High School Coach Allen Aldridge Passes Away at 52

Allen Aldridge

Allen Aldridge, an NFL linebacker and Super Bowl XXXII champion with the Denver Broncos, leaves behind an impactful legacy both on and off the field. Born in Houston, Aldridge played college football for the University of Houston Cougars before being drafted by the Denver Broncos in 1994. His crowning achievement came in 1998 when he… Continue reading NFL Super Bowl Champion and High School Coach Allen Aldridge Passes Away at 52

BREAKING: Police Pursuit at High Speed Through Bemidji, MN Wednesday Evening

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We’ve had a high speed pursuit through Bemidji, Minnesota on this Wednesday evening. The last word is that the suspect was running on foot.

Grafton High School Under Investigation for Suspected Marijuana Sales Scheme

GRAFTON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grafton, North Dakota man is facing felony charges for allegedly having a juvenile sell THC cartridges at the high school in that town.

14-Year-Old Opens Fire at Georgia High School, Killing 4 and Injuring 9 in Tragic Mass Shooting

14-Year-Old Opens Fire at Georgia High School, Killing 4 and Injuring 9 in Tragic Mass Shooting

ATLANTA – Tragedy struck Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, on Wednesday when 14-year-old Colt Gray opened fire, killing two students and two teachers while injuring nine others. The suspect, who had been previously interviewed by law enforcement over online threats, was quickly apprehended by deputies after the attack. Gray will be tried as an… Continue reading 14-Year-Old Opens Fire at Georgia High School, Killing 4 and Injuring 9 in Tragic Mass Shooting

High Winds Derail 43 Train Cars in Steele, North Dakota: Cleanup Underway

High Winds Derail 43 Train Cars in Steele, North Dakota: Cleanup Underway

STEELE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Cleanup operations continue in Steele, North Dakota, after 43 cars of a BNSF train were derailed by strong winds, possibly from a tornado, on Wednesday night. The train had stopped due to a tornado warning when the high winds struck, causing the empty cars to come off the tracks. No one… Continue reading High Winds Derail 43 Train Cars in Steele, North Dakota: Cleanup Underway

False Bomb Threat Locks Down South High School in Fargo: No Danger Found After Thorough Investigation

False Bomb Threat Locks Down South High School in Fargo: No Danger Found After Thorough Investigation

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – South High School in Fargo, North Dakota, experienced a tense afternoon on Wednesday when a bomb threat forced the school into lockdown. The unsettling event unfolded around 2 p.m. when the school office received a chilling phone call claiming bombs had been planted both in and around the school. Given the… Continue reading False Bomb Threat Locks Down South High School in Fargo: No Danger Found After Thorough Investigation

Lincoln High School Unveils Major Policy Changes to Prepare Students for Adulthood

Lincoln High School Unveils Major Policy Changes to Prepare Students for Adulthood

“High school is the last stop before adulthood,” stated Kayla Lian, principal of Lincoln High School in Thief River Falls, as she and Carrie Anderson, the new dean of students, introduced significant updates to the student handbook to the Board of Education. These changes aim to better prepare students for life beyond high school. Key… Continue reading Lincoln High School Unveils Major Policy Changes to Prepare Students for Adulthood

Building Boom in Bismarck-Mandan Thrives Despite High Interest Rates

BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Despite rising interest rates and a median listing price of around $360,000 for a single-family home, Bismarck and Mandan, North Dakota, are experiencing a significant building boom. The area is expanding in all directions, except to the west, where the Missouri River acts as a natural barrier. Andrew Meldal, a home… Continue reading Building Boom in Bismarck-Mandan Thrives Despite High Interest Rates

“Sweet Valley High” Creator Francine Pascal Dies at 92

Francine Pascal

Francine Pascal, the creator of the iconic “Sweet Valley High” book series, has passed away at the age of 92. Pascal died on July 28, 2024, in Manhattan, New York, due to lymphoma. The “Sweet Valley High” series, which debuted in 1983, became a cultural phenomenon, selling over 200 million copies worldwide and spawning numerous… Continue reading “Sweet Valley High” Creator Francine Pascal Dies at 92

Eastbound Interstate 90 mile marker 207, HIGH FOREST TWP, Olmsted County Crash 2024-07-23 23:34:04

Incident Incident type: Injury ICR: 24103326 Date/Time: 07/23/2024 21:32   District: 2100 Rochester Case Information Contact: 507-923-2040 Media Contact: Sgt. Troy Christianson (507) 923-2050   Location: Eastbound Interstate 90 mile marker 207, HIGH FOREST TWP, Olmsted County   Description: The Chevrolet Tahoe was heading Eastbound on Interstate 90 when it lost control.     Road… Continue reading Eastbound Interstate 90 mile marker 207, HIGH FOREST TWP, Olmsted County
Crash 2024-07-23 23:34:04

Disco Queen Evelyn Thomas Passes Away at 70

Evelyn Thomas

Evelyn Thomas, the powerhouse vocalist renowned for her hit single “High Energy,” passed away on Sunday, July 21, at the age of 70. Her longtime producer and mentor, Ian Levine, confirmed the news in a heartfelt Facebook post. Thomas, born in Chicago, became an influential figure in the disco and Hi-NRG music scenes. Her iconic… Continue reading Disco Queen Evelyn Thomas Passes Away at 70

Highway 30 / 44th Avenue SW, HIGH FOREST TWP, Olmsted County Crash 2024-07-18 12:06:11

Incident Incident type: Injury ICR: 24103228 Date/Time: 07/18/2024 09:43   District: 2100 Rochester Case Information Contact: 507-923-2040 Media Contact: Sgt. Troy Christianson (507) 923-2050   Location: Highway 30 / 44th Avenue SW, HIGH FOREST TWP, Olmsted County   Description: The Chevrolet Silverado was eastbound on Highway 30. The Freightliner Semi was southbound on 44th Avenue.… Continue reading Highway 30 / 44th Avenue SW, HIGH FOREST TWP, Olmsted County
Crash 2024-07-18 12:06:11

Tensions High as RNC Kicks Off in Milwaukee Amid Heightened Security

MILWAUKEE, WI (trfnews.i234.me) – The Republican National Convention gets underway today in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with heightened security measures following an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Minnesota law enforcement officers and National Guard troops are part of the comprehensive security efforts requested by Wisconsin’s Governor for the event. Police officers from Rochester and Bloomington,… Continue reading Tensions High as RNC Kicks Off in Milwaukee Amid Heightened Security

Westbound Interstate 90 Mile Post 212, HIGH FOREST TWP, Olmsted County Crash 2024-07-10 00:53:29

Incident Incident type: Fatal ICR: 24103094 Date/Time: 07/09/2024 17:14   District: 2100 Rochester Case Information Contact: 507-923-2040 Media Contact: Sgt. Troy Christianson (507) 923-2050   Location: Westbound Interstate 90 Mile Post 212, HIGH FOREST TWP, Olmsted County   Description: The Honda SUV was westbound interstate 90 when it left the road at mile post 212… Continue reading Westbound Interstate 90 Mile Post 212, HIGH FOREST TWP, Olmsted County
Crash 2024-07-10 00:53:29

High School Parking Lot Collision: Chevy vs. Chevy

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On May 21 at 12:01 p.m., police responded to an accident in the Lincoln High School parking lot. Ava Berg, from Thief River Falls, was driving a 2007 Chevy and maneuvering around a 2008 Chevy Impala driven by Kale Masseth, also from Thief River Falls. Masseth had stopped to… Continue reading High School Parking Lot Collision: Chevy vs. Chevy

Minor Collision at Lincoln High School Parking Lot

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On May 22 at 8:11 a.m., police responded to a report of an accident in the Lincoln High School parking lot. Miranda Novak of St. Hilaire was driving a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and attempting to park. As she backed up to straighten her vehicle, the right mirror of… Continue reading Minor Collision at Lincoln High School Parking Lot

Protest Erupts: Graduating Students Denied Native Song at High School Ceremony

HINCKLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me & trfnews.i234.me) Students are protesting, after the school board barred a native song from the high school’s graduation ceremony.

Accident at Lincoln High School Parking Lot: Vehicles Collide with No Injuries Reported

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 5 at 11:53 a.m., authorities were alerted to an accident in the parking lot of Lincoln High School. The incident involved Adrianna Jangula of Thief River Falls, who was maneuvering her 2010 Lexus RX into a parking space at the time. According to reports, Jangula’s vehicle collided… Continue reading Accident at Lincoln High School Parking Lot: Vehicles Collide with No Injuries Reported