Tag: Major

Urgent Update: Major Car Crash Reported North of Bemidji, Minnesota

TURTLE RIVER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Emergency responders on the scene of what appears to be a serious car accident north of Bemidji at Turtle River. Check back later for more details.

End Of Watch 2024-11-22 14:13:00 – Major Michelle Lynn Quintero, Madison County Sheriff’s Office, North Carolina

Michelle Lynn Quintero Major Michelle Quintero was killed while attempting to reach her patrol vehicle in Yancey County during the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Major Quintero was en route to the Madison County Sheriff’s Office. Unknown to the residents of Yancey County, a dam had overflowed, resulting in all power, radio communication, and phone services… Continue reading End Of Watch 2024-11-22 14:13:00 – Major Michelle Lynn Quintero, Madison County Sheriff’s Office, North Carolina

Fargo Motorcyclist’s Remarkable Escape From Major Injury

Fargo Motorcycle Driver's Miraculous Escape From Serious Injury FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fargo motorcycle driver had what appeared to be a miraculous escape from injury, after he was dragged under a vehicle in a Friday night crash.

Saturday Evening Update: Patrol Releases New Information on Major I-29 Crash Near Grand Forks

SATURDAY EVENING UPDATE: New Info From Patrol On Major I-29 Crash Near Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have the latest information from the North Dakota Highway Patrol on a multi-vehicle, multi-injury crash on Interstate-29 near Grand Forkss Saturday evening.

Major Accident: Truck and Semi Collide in Polk County, Minnesota

FERTILE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) First responders were on the scene of a truck-semi crash northwesty of Fertile, Minnesota on Highway 102 late Saturday afternoon.

Urgent Update: Major Accident on Highway 2 Near Lakota, ND

BREAKING NEWS: Serious Crash On Highway 2 Near Lakota, ND LAKOTA, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Emergency responders were on the scene of what appeared to be a very serious crash on Highway 2 near Lakota, North Dakotaa Wednesday afternoon,

Exclusive: Major Drug Bust in Ramsey County, North Dakota

EXCLUSIVE: Massive Drug Bust In Ramsey County, North Dakota DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A man has been charged with possessing 50-pound of meth worth a quarter of a million dollars in Ramsey County Court in Devils Lake, North Dakota.

UPDATED: Significant Financial Issues Prompt Major Changes at Circle of Friends Animal Shelter in Grand Forks

UPDATE: Major Financial Problems Behind Shake Up At Circle of Friends Animal Shelter In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A look at the partial financial statement of Circle of Friends Animal Shelter in Grand Forks shows the major problem behind the board of directors decision to close its animal adoption center and eliminate its… Continue reading UPDATED: Significant Financial Issues Prompt Major Changes at Circle of Friends Animal Shelter in Grand Forks

UPDATE: Major Fire in Wadena, Minnesota Under Control as Shelter Indoors Request Lifted

UPDATE: Multiple Crews Battling Major Fire In Wadena, Minnesota, Shelter Indoors Request Lifted WADENA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Multiple fire crews are battling a major fire at Minnesota Valley Irrigation in Wadena. And a shelter indoors request for Wadena residents has been lifted.

Update: Investigation into Major Vandalism Case in Devils Lake Ongoing

UPDATE: Investigation Of Major Vandalism Case In Devils Lake Continues DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The investigation of a major vandalism case in Devils Lake, North Dakota continues. Detective Sue Swab of the Devils Lake Police Departments says they’re still putting together more than 60 reports to forward to the States Attorney’s office for formal charges.

Breaking News: Major School Bus Accident in Nelson County, North Dakota

BREAKING NEWS: Serious School Bus Crash In Nelson County, North Dakota PETERSBURG, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have multiple emergency responders at the scene of an accident involving a school bus south of Petersburg, North Dakota.

Semi Fire on I-94 Near Fergus Falls Causes Major Traffic Delays, Driver Injured in Tire Blowout

Semi Fire on I-94 Near Fergus Falls Causes Major Traffic Delays, Driver Injured in Tire Blowout

FERGUS FALLS, Minn.(trfnews.i234.me)  – The Minnesota State Patrol responded to a semi-truck fire on eastbound I-94 near Fergus Falls late Tuesday morning. The semi, carrying hay bales, caught fire, prompting a swift response from emergency services. The driver, 64-year-old Gerald Bergen of Carrot River, Saskatchewan, was outside attending to the load when a trailer tire… Continue reading Semi Fire on I-94 Near Fergus Falls Causes Major Traffic Delays, Driver Injured in Tire Blowout

BREAKING NEWS: Video Emerges of Major Bar Fight and Gunshot Incident in Polk County, Minnesota

BREAKING NEWS, VIDEO FROM SCENE: Report Of Big Bar Fight & Shot Fired In Polk County, Minnesota LENGBY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Multiple law enforcement units called to an early Wednesday morning bar fight involving a dozen people and report of a shot fired in Lengby, Minnesota.

Urgent Update: Major Wildfire Near Waseca, Minnesota; Crews Sent Home as of 7:53 PM Sunday

BREAKING NEWS: Major Wildfire By Waseca, Minnesota, CREWS BEING SENT HOME: 7:53 pm Sunday WASECA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Multiple fire crews are on the scene of a wildfire by Waseca, Minnesota Sunday afternoon.

BREAKING NEWS: Major Motorcycle Accident Reported on I-29 Near Grand Forks Saturday Evening

BREAKING NEWS: Report Of Serious Motorcycle Crash On I-29 By Grand Forks Saturday Evening GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) emergency crews were on the scene of what sounds like a very serious motorcycle crash on …

Urgent Update: Major Collision Under Investigation in Grand Forks County

BREAKING NEWS: Serious Crash Under Investigation In Grand Forks County ARVILLA, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A serious crash is under investigation in Grand Forks County Friday evening near Arvilla.

Urgent Update: Major Traffic Delays at Grand Forks Following I-29 Accident Thursday Evening

BREAKING NEWS: I-29 Crash Causes Major Traffic Backup At Grand Forks Thursday Evening GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A crash on Interstate-29 caused a major traffic backup on this Thursday evening. * Check back later for more details on the crash.

BREAKING NEWS: Major Collision on Highway 2 Near East Grand Forks

BREAKING NEWS: Serious Crash On Highway 2 Near East Grand Forks EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We’ve had a serious crash on Highway 2 just east of East Grand Forks during the Friday noon hour.

Urgent Alert: Major Dense Fog Collision in Beltrami County, Minnesota

BREAKING NEWS: Serious Dense Fog Crash In Belmtrami County, Minnesota BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have a report of a serious crash in dense fog on Highway 72 between Blackduck and Kelliher, Minnesota early on this Saturday morning.

Another Major Employer in Grand Forks Grapples With COVID-19

Another Large Grand Forks Employer Dealing With COVID-19 GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Another large Grand Forks employer, Simplot and Ag World are dealing with 2 positive cases of COVID-19. The facility will be temporarily shutdown for cleaning,

Urgent Update: Major Midday Collision in Grand Forks

BREAKING NEWS: Serious Noon Hour Crash In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Emergency crews were on the scene of what appeared to be a serious crash on Rider Road during the Wednesday noon hour in Grand Forks.

URGENT UPDATE: Major Multi-Semi Collision on Interstate-29 Near Grand Forks

BREAKING NEWS: Multi-Semi Pileup On Interstate-29 By Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The southbound land of Interstate-29 at Grand Forks to Thompson was closed at 1:30 pm for a multi-semi pileup.

Urgent Update: Major Wildfire Triggers Evacuations Near Bemidji, Minnesota

BREAKING NEWS: Large Wildfire With Evacuations Near Bemidji, Minnesota BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Multiple ground and air crews are fighting a wildfire near Bemidji, Minnesota on this Tuesday afternoon.

Laundry Theft Investigation Uncovers Major Drug Bust in Grand Forks

Investigation Of Laundry Theft Leads To Drug Bust In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An investigation of a laundry theft led to a drug bust in Grand Forks.

Major Drug Trafficking Bust in Fargo: Task Force Traces Suspect from Phoenix

Major Drug Trafficking Charge In Fargo, Task Force Tracks Suspect From Phoenix FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Tito Boamie is facing a major drug trafficking charge in Fargo, after the Cass County Drug Task Force tracked him on a bus from Phoenix, and was waiting for him as he stepped off it.

URGENT UPDATE: Major Boating Accident Reported on Cass Lake

BREAKING NEWS: Report Of Serious Boating Accident On Cass Lake CASS LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have a report of a serious boating accident on Cass Lake, Minnesota on this Sunday afternoon,

Weather Alert: Forecast Deteriorates for Major Upcoming Winter Storm

WX ALERT: Forecast For Upcoming Major Winter Storm Is Not Getting Better GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The latest from the National Weather Service in Grand Forks regarding a forecast for a major winter storm starting Tuesday.

UPDATE: Additional 3 Rollovers Reported Following Major Crash Near Thompson Saturday Night

UPDATE: 3 More Rollovers, After Major Crash Incident Near Thompson Saturday Night GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We’re getting a few more details regarding a multi-vehicle, multi-injury crash near Thompson, North Dakota Saturday night. It was followed by 3 more rollover crashes.

MAJOR LINE 3 PIPELINE PROTEST AIMS FOR 1,000 ARRESTS

MAJOR, LINE 3 PIPELINE PROTEST: Goal Of 1,000 Arrests MAHNOMEN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Organizers and protestors have been gathering in Northern Minnesota this weekend for a major, protest of the Enbridge Line 3 Replacement Project on Monday. We have a preview of what’s being billed as the “Treaty People Gathering”.

2nd Suspect Exclusively Linked to Major Drug Trafficking Conspiracy in North Dakota

EXCLUSIVE: 2nd Suspect In Major ND Drug Trafficking Conspiracy HANNAFORD, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An arrest warrant has been issued for a second suspect in a drug trafficking conspiracy that brought thousands of fentanyl pills into North Dakota. A Hannaford woman is now wanted. A California man was arrested earlier in Mandan,

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

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

EXCLUSIVE: Major Drug Charges Brought Against Red Lake Detention Center Employee

EXCLUSIVE: Red Lake Detention Center Employee Facing Major Drug Charge MORRISON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An employee of the Red Lake Detention Center in Red Lake, Minnesota is facing a major drug charge, along with another man. Holly English and Bruces Sayers Jr. are each chaged with possession of 63 grams of cocaine. Sayers is also… Continue reading EXCLUSIVE: Major Drug Charges Brought Against Red Lake Detention Center Employee

Breaking News: Highway 2 near Devils Lake, North Dakota Closed Due to Major Crash

BREAKING NEWS: Major Crash, Traffic Rerouted On Highway 2 By Devils Lake, North Dakota DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We’ve had a major Saturday afternoon crash on Highway 2 near Devils Lake, North Dakota. Traffic is being turned back and rerouted around the crash scene. * Check back soon for more on this developing story.

FAMILY TIES: Major Drug Trafficking Case Unfolds in Moorhead, Minnesota

FAMILY AFFAIR: Major Drug Crime Case In Moorhead, Minnesota MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) First court appearances today for 3 family members, all charged in a major drug crimes case.

EXCLUSIVE: Major Drug Bust in Grand Forks Caught on Camera

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

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

Jacob Lopez

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

UPDATE: Police Report Major Crime Spree with 100 Vehicles Broken Into in Fargo

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Fargo Police give an update on a major overnight crime spree. One-hundred vehicles around that city were broken into.

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

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

Fargo Police Uncover Major Drug Operation Amidst Murder Investigation, Suspect Still at Large

Fargo Police Uncover Major Drug Operation Amidst Murder Investigation, Suspect Still at Large

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Fargo Police are intensifying their search for Leo Dartoe, the primary suspect in last Friday’s fatal shooting of Sampson Bleh. As the manhunt continues, authorities have uncovered more than just leads on the murder case. During their investigation, Fargo police arrested a third man, Geettoe Kamara, on a serious drug trafficking… Continue reading Fargo Police Uncover Major Drug Operation Amidst Murder Investigation, Suspect Still at Large

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

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

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

Traffic Stop in Fargo Leads to Major Drug Trafficking Charges

Annette J. Sanderson

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Nicholas D. Berlin and Annette J. Sanderson are facing serious drug trafficking charges following a traffic stop in Fargo on August 15th. According to court documents, the stop led to a search of their vehicle, where officers discovered large amounts of narcotics, a scale, cash, and dangerous weapons. Berlin is now… Continue reading Traffic Stop in Fargo Leads to Major Drug Trafficking Charges

Inmate’s Phone Call Leads to Major Drug Bust in Fergus Falls

Terry Al Krog

FERGUS FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Terry Al Krog of Erhard, Minnesota, made a costly mistake while in custody at the Otter Tail County Jail in Fergus Falls. Arrested on August 13th for driving with a canceled license on County Highway 27, Krog later placed a monitored phone call from jail, instructing someone to retrieve a… Continue reading Inmate’s Phone Call Leads to Major Drug Bust in Fergus Falls

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Trailer Blaze at Anderson Trucking: Quick Response Prevents Major Damage

BAGLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A fire broke out late Tuesday night at Anderson Trucking, located just two miles west of Bagley, Minnesota on Highway 2. The fire call came in around 11:00 PM, and by the time crews arrived, a trailer was already engulfed in flames, with smoke billowing near the shop. Firefighters were able… Continue reading Trailer Blaze at Anderson Trucking: Quick Response Prevents Major Damage

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

Minnesota Man Faces Major Sex Crime Charges in Otter Tail County

OTTER TAIL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – 61-year-old Peter Todd Rodriguez of Landfall, Minnesota, is facing major sex crime charges in Otter Tail County. According to court documents, on August 3rd, Rodriguez allegedly forcibly raped a woman at a rural Otter Tail County residence. During the incident, his pickup truck crashed into the home, causing significant… Continue reading Minnesota Man Faces Major Sex Crime Charges in Otter Tail County

Major Crash on 32nd Avenue South Near Scheels Arena

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – On Saturday night, a significant crash occurred on 32nd Avenue South near Scheels Arena in Fargo. Emergency responders, including ambulances and several fire trucks, were dispatched to the scene. The crash appears to be severe, but details on any significant injuries are still pending. Further updates will be provided as more… Continue reading Major Crash on 32nd Avenue South Near Scheels Arena

💼 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

DOJ Takes Action Against Major Issue in Our Region: Chinese and Mexican Cartels Facing Charges and Arrests

UNITED STATES (trfnews.i234.me) The latest on the Department of Justice fight against Fentanyl. Thousands of arrests and Chinese companies and people charged.

Stabbing Incident Unfolds in Fargo Near Major Intersection

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In breaking news from Fargo, North Dakota, a stabbing incident occurred near the intersection of I-94 and I-29 on Tuesday evening. Around 7:45 p.m., emergency responders received a call reporting a stabbing at an apartment complex in the area. Authorities, including Fargo police, are actively investigating the situation. Further details are… Continue reading Stabbing Incident Unfolds in Fargo Near Major Intersection

Fargo Man Charged in Major Fentanyl Bust in Moorhead

Manuel M. Reyes

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Manuel M. Reyes of Fargo is facing serious drug trafficking charges in Moorhead, Minnesota. On July 18th, Reyes was a vehicle passenger stopped for lack of license plates. A subsequent search revealed 80 suspected M30 fentanyl pills. Reyes, who has a previous drug conviction, now faces felony charges for the first-degree… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged in Major Fentanyl Bust in Moorhead

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

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

Darius Sledge

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

🚨 Major Injury Crash on ND Highway 1 Near Pekin

🚨 Major Injury Crash on ND Highway 1 Near Pekin

PEKIN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Cooperstown, North Dakota man suffered life-threatening injuries in a motorcycle crash near Pekin Saturday afternoon. Key Details: What: Injury Crash Where: ND Highway 1 @ Mile Marker 147.2 ~ 1⁄2 Mile East & 1 Mile North of Pekin When: July 20, 2024 @ 4:03 P.M. CST Road Conditions: Dry Weather… Continue reading 🚨 Major Injury Crash on ND Highway 1 Near Pekin

🚂 Train Derailment Near Big Lake Causes Major Disruption

🚂 Train Derailment Near Big Lake Causes Major Disruption

BIG LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On Saturday, a train derailment near Big Lake, Minnesota, caused significant disruption as 15 rail cars went off the tracks. The derailed train, carrying consumer goods, fortunately, did not involve any hazardous materials. No injuries were reported. However, the crossing at Big Lake is closed as crews work diligently to… Continue reading 🚂 Train Derailment Near Big Lake Causes Major Disruption

🚨 Major Drug Trafficking Ring Uncovered: Fidel Arenas-Torres Faces New Charges

Fidel Arenas-Torres

FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Fidel Arenas-Torres was set for release from federal custody and deportation to Mexico on July 17, following his January 2023 arrest at the Sky Dancer Resort in Belcourt, North Dakota, for being in the U.S. illegally. However, a new federal indictment has changed his fate. Last month, an indictment was unsealed,… Continue reading 🚨 Major Drug Trafficking Ring Uncovered: Fidel Arenas-Torres Faces New Charges

Major Construction Alert: $71 Million I-94 Widening Project to Begin Between Albertville and Monticello

MINNESOTA (trfnews.i234.me) – A significant road construction project is set to commence on Interstate-94 between Albertville and Monticello later this month. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) announced that preparation work for the $71 million project will start on July 22nd. This ambitious three-year project aims to widen I-94 to six lanes, significantly improving traffic… Continue reading Major Construction Alert: $71 Million I-94 Widening Project to Begin Between Albertville and Monticello

BREAKING: Two Injured in Major ATV Accident in Otter Tail County

HENNING, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have a report of 2 juveniles injured in a serious ATV crash near Henning, Minnesota. A life flight was called to the scene.

Dating App Nightmare: Wahpeton Man Charged with Major Sex Crime

Joshua Jacob Krump

WAHPETON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Joshua Jacob Krump Faces Class Double-A Felony for Violent Assault A dating app hookup turned into a nightmare for a woman in Wahpeton, North Dakota, leading to major charges against Joshua Jacob Krump. According to court documents, Krump has been charged with a class double-A felony of gross sexual imposition following… Continue reading Dating App Nightmare: Wahpeton Man Charged with Major Sex Crime

Major Drug Bust on I-94: 1,000 Fentanyl Pills and Cocaine Seized Near Barnesville

Antonio Johnson

BARNESVILLE, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – In a significant drug bust on Tuesday, authorities seized approximately 1,000 fentanyl pills and 13 grams of cocaine during a traffic stop on I-94 near Barnesville. The drugs, destined for the Fargo-Moorhead area, have an estimated street value of about $10,000, according to Moorhead police. Antonio Johnson, a 33-year-old from Rochester,… Continue reading Major Drug Bust on I-94: 1,000 Fentanyl Pills and Cocaine Seized Near Barnesville

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

Chicago Philanthropist Ann Lurie Passes Away at 79

Ann Lurie

Ann Lurie, one of Chicago’s most influential and prolific philanthropists, passed away on Monday at the age of 79. Lurie, who had been in hospice care, succumbed to glioblastoma, a form of brain cancer. Her passing marks the end of a life dedicated to giving and transforming communities through generous donations and impactful initiatives. Lurie… Continue reading Chicago Philanthropist Ann Lurie Passes Away at 79

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

Dramatic Capture: Minneapolis Man Linked to Major Crimes Arrested After Intense Search

Eliezer Rodriguez

Minneapolis, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Minneapolis man suspected of involvement in a serious assault or possible attempted murder was apprehended on Saturday morning at the Hansel Lake rest area on Interstate 94 in Otter Tail County. Eliezer Rodriguez, 31, was captured following an extensive air, ground, and K9 search, which prompted a shelter-in-place advisory, as… Continue reading Dramatic Capture: Minneapolis Man Linked to Major Crimes Arrested After Intense Search

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.

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

Prison Cartel Boss Orchestrates Major Drug Trafficking Operation from Behind Bars

Jesus Celestin-Ortega

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

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