Bismarck-Mandan Drug Ring EXPOSED: 5 Indicted in Major Meth & Fentanyl Trafficking Operation Across ND | Federal Charges Filed

Burleigh County (trfnews.i234.me) — A federal grand jury has indicted five individuals in connection with a multi-state drug trafficking ring accused of funneling methamphetamine and deadly fentanyl pills into communities across North Dakota, including the Bismarck-Mandan area and the Fort Berthold Reservation. The indictment accuses Alonso Meija, Candice Valdez, Justin Morin, Allison Moran, and Vicki… Continue reading Bismarck-Mandan Drug Ring EXPOSED: 5 Indicted in Major Meth & Fentanyl Trafficking Operation Across ND | Federal Charges Filed

Charles Fairbanks Held in Beltrami County on Major Drug Sale and Multiple DWI Charges

Charles Fairbanks

Bemidji, MN – Charles Fairbanks, a 5’9″, 220-pound male with black hair and brown eyes, was booked into the Beltrami County Jail on March 31, 2025, and remains held without bail on multiple serious charges. Fairbanks faces three criminal charges under case number 25-005442, all to be heard in District Court: Felony – First-Degree Drug… Continue reading Charles Fairbanks Held in Beltrami County on Major Drug Sale and Multiple DWI Charges

Ransom County Emergency: Early Morning Stabbing Sparks Major Police Response in Enderlin, ND

Ransom County Emergency: Early Morning Stabbing Sparks Major Police Response in Enderlin, ND

Enderlin, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) – In the early hours of Saturday, April 12, 2025, emergency services were dispatched to Enderlin, ND, following reports of a stabbing incident. The Ransom County Sheriff’s Office issued an alert around 7:15 a.m., urging residents to avoid Harrison Street due to an active investigation. ​ Details regarding the victim’s condition… Continue reading Ransom County Emergency: Early Morning Stabbing Sparks Major Police Response in Enderlin, ND

POLK COUNTY METH BUST: Minnesota Woman Avoids Prison After Major Drug Deal, Gets Work Release Instead

Polk County, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A Sartell woman arrested for selling methamphetamine in Polk County has avoided immediate prison time after a plea deal. Sonja Robin Plantz, 42, was sentenced Tuesday, April 8, to a stayed 75-month prison term and 120 days of local confinement with work release privileges. Plantz pleaded guilty in October to… Continue reading POLK COUNTY METH BUST: Minnesota Woman Avoids Prison After Major Drug Deal, Gets Work Release Instead

Moorhead: Mark Adam Watson Arrested on Major Drug Trafficking and Possession Charges

Mark Adam Watson

Moorhead (trfnews.i234.me) — Mark Adam Watson, age 58, has been arrested by the Moorhead Police Department on multiple felony charges involving high-level drug trafficking and possession offenses. Charges Filed: 1st Degree Aggravated Controlled Substance Possession with 2 Aggravating Factors (2 counts) 1st Degree Controlled Substance Possession – Amphetamine/PCP/Hallucinogen 1st Degree Controlled Substance Possession – Cocaine/Heroin/Methamphetamine 1st… Continue reading Moorhead: Mark Adam Watson Arrested on Major Drug Trafficking and Possession Charges

Major Traffic Backup on Interstate-29 Due to Severe Motorcycle Accident

Serious Injury Motorcycle Accident Causes Major Backup On Interstate-29 GRANDIN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Friday afternoon motorcycle accident caused a major traffic backup on Interstat-29 near Grandin, North Dakota.

East Grand Forks: Suspect Arrested in Assault Case Involving 3-Year-Old Who Suffered Major Brain Injury

East Grand Forks Suspect Arrested, 3-Year Old Assaulted, Major Brain Injury EAST GRAND FORKS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An East Grand Forks man is charged with Assaulting a 3-year old child and causing a major brain injury.

Clay County: Cory Allen McKay Arrested for Major Drug Offenses & Public Nuisance

Cory Allen McKay

Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — Cory Allen McKay, age 46, was arrested on June 12, 2024, by the Moorhead Police Department for a combination of serious narcotics offenses and a misdemeanor nuisance violation. Charges filed: 1st Degree Aggravated Controlled Substance Violation – with 2 Aggravating Factors 1st Degree Controlled Substance Possession – Cocaine/Heroin/Methamphetamine 1st Degree Controlled Substance… Continue reading Clay County: Cory Allen McKay Arrested for Major Drug Offenses & Public Nuisance

Douglas & Clay Counties: Jason Joel Keller Arrested for Major Drug Offenses and Theft

Jason Joel Keller

Douglas & Clay Counties (trfnews.i234.me) — Jason Joel Keller, age 48, was arrested on February 10, 2025, following joint enforcement actions by Douglas County authorities and the Moorhead Police Department. Charges filed: Douglas County: Theft – Take/Use/Transfer Movable Property Without Consent – Under $500 Moorhead Police Department: 1st Degree Controlled Substance Possession – Cocaine/Heroin/Methamphetamine 1st Degree… Continue reading Douglas & Clay Counties: Jason Joel Keller Arrested for Major Drug Offenses and Theft

Clay County: Juan Manuel Herrera Arrested for Major Narcotics Trafficking Involving Heroin, Fentanyl & Cocaine

Juan Manuel Herrera

Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — Juan Manuel Herrera, age 59, was arrested on March 17, 2025, at 5:09 PM by the Moorhead Police Department following a narcotics investigation. Charges filed: 1st Degree Controlled Substance Possession – 25g or More / 100+ Dosage Units Heroin or Fentanyl 1st Degree Controlled Substance Sale – 10g or More / 40+… Continue reading Clay County: Juan Manuel Herrera Arrested for Major Narcotics Trafficking Involving Heroin, Fentanyl & Cocaine

BREAKING: Major Emergency Response in West Fargo After Report of Person in Cheyenne River

BREAKING: Major Emergency Response in West Fargo After Report of Person in Cheyenne River

West Fargo, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — We’ve got breaking news out of West Fargo this Tuesday afternoon, as emergency crews flooded the area near Cheyenne Street and 13th Avenue by the Cheyenne River. At around 2:30 p.m., video began to emerge showing the West Fargo Fire Department on scene with what appeared to be a boat… Continue reading BREAKING: Major Emergency Response in West Fargo After Report of Person in Cheyenne River

Clay County — Man Busted for 1st Degree Narcotics Sales in Major Drug Sting

Adam James Paulus

Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — A significant arrest has been made in Clay County. Adam James Paulus, age 51, was booked on March 28, 2025, at 7:12 p.m. by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office on a serious charge of 1st Degree Controlled Substance Sales – Narcotic. This high-level felony charge indicates Paulus is accused of distributing… Continue reading Clay County — Man Busted for 1st Degree Narcotics Sales in Major Drug Sting

Clay County — Woman Hit with Major Drug & Weapons Charges in Moorhead Arrest

McKenzie Lynn Ross

Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 26-year-old Moorhead woman is facing a trio of serious charges after being taken into custody in the early morning hours of March 27, 2025. McKenzie Lynn Ross was arrested by the Moorhead Police Department and booked into the Clay County jail shortly after midnight. The charges she now faces are… Continue reading Clay County — Woman Hit with Major Drug & Weapons Charges in Moorhead Arrest

Clay County: Abdirahman Mohamed Abdi Arrested in Major Burglary & Assault Case

Abdirahman Mohamed Abdi

Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — Abdirahman Mohamed Abdi, age 41, was arrested on November 5, 2024, by the Moorhead Police Department following serious felony charges linked to an armed burglary and assault. According to police, Abdi faces the following charges: 1st Degree Burglary – Commit Assault 1st Degree Burglary – Possess Dangerous Weapon 2nd Degree Assault with… Continue reading Clay County: Abdirahman Mohamed Abdi Arrested in Major Burglary & Assault Case

Weather Alert: Icy Roads Expected Monday Morning, Major Winter Storm on the Horizon

WX ALERT: Icy Monday Morning Roads, Major Winter Storm Approaching GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Watch for icy roads on your Monday morning commute. The National Weather Service in Grand Forks says a major winter storm is approaching.

Yellow Medicine County: Sheldon Elijah Korstad Now a Wanted Fugitive in Major Theft Case!

Sheldon Elijah Korstad

Yellow Medicine County (trfnews.i234.me) — Theft Suspect Sheldon Elijah Korstad Declared Fugitive in Yellow Medicine County Yellow Medicine County officials are on the lookout for Sheldon Elijah Korstad, 27, who is now a wanted fugitive as of March 10, 2025. Korstad was sentenced on February 12, 2024, for multiple theft-related charges under court files 87-CR-24-72… Continue reading Yellow Medicine County: Sheldon Elijah Korstad Now a Wanted Fugitive in Major Theft Case!

Becker County: Trisha Christine Mayoue Arrested for Major Drug Sales and DWI in School Zone Bust

Trisha Christine Mayoue

Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — Trisha Christine Mayoue, age 40, has been arrested and booked into the Becker County Jail on a series of serious drug trafficking and DWI charges. According to court records, Mayoue was booked on March 17, 2025. Mayoue is facing five charges, including a felony second-degree drug sale under statute 152.022.1(6)(ii) for… Continue reading Becker County: Trisha Christine Mayoue Arrested for Major Drug Sales and DWI in School Zone Bust

Dion Jones Arrested in Beltrami County for Firearm and Major Drug Charges

Dion Jones

BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN – Dion Jones was booked into custody on March 11, 2025, at Beltrami County Jail for multiple felony offenses, including firearm possession by an ineligible person and first-degree sale and possession of fentanyl and heroin. Charge Details: 📌 Case #25-004088📌 Charges: 624.713.2(b) – Felony Firearm Possession (Possesses any firearm/ammo – Crime of… Continue reading Dion Jones Arrested in Beltrami County for Firearm and Major Drug Charges

Becker County: Lonnie Ray Burrow Jr. Arrested on Major Drug Trafficking Charges – Cocaine, Meth & Heroin Seized

Lonnie Ray Burrow Jr.

Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities in Becker County have arrested Lonnie Ray Burrow Jr., age 38, in connection with a major drug trafficking case. Burrow was booked on March 19, 2025, on multiple serious drug-related charges. According to court records, Burrow faces a first-degree felony charge under Minnesota statute 152.021.1(1) for allegedly selling 17 grams… Continue reading Becker County: Lonnie Ray Burrow Jr. Arrested on Major Drug Trafficking Charges – Cocaine, Meth & Heroin Seized

THIEF RIVER FALLS FACES MAJOR RAILROAD BLOCKAGE ISSUES – CITY LEADERS DEMAND ACTION!

THIEF RIVER FALLS FACES MAJOR RAILROAD BLOCKAGE ISSUES

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — 🚨 Residents and city officials in Thief River Falls are frustrated once again! A recent incident involving Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) trains blocking all major crossings has sparked heated discussions among city leaders. 📌 Key Details: Blocked crossings included Eighth, Third, First, and Nora Streets Pennington County Highway 8 railroad… Continue reading THIEF RIVER FALLS FACES MAJOR RAILROAD BLOCKAGE ISSUES – CITY LEADERS DEMAND ACTION!

MAJOR ARREST IN ROSEAU COUNTY! MAN BOOKED FOR DRUG POSSESSION & DWI

Joseph H. Husbands

Roseau County (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities in Roseau County have arrested Joseph H. Husbands, 41, on serious charges including felony drug possession and gross misdemeanor DWI. 🚔 Arrest Details: Date of Arrest: March 15, 2025 Arresting Agency: State Patrol Custody Status: No bail set 🔎 Charges: Felony: 5th-Degree Drug Possession (Possession of Schedule 1-4 drugs or paraphernalia,… Continue reading MAJOR ARREST IN ROSEAU COUNTY! MAN BOOKED FOR DRUG POSSESSION & DWI

Minnesota and North Dakota Featured in Biden’s Major Boost to Electric Vehicle Battery Production

MN & ND Included In Biden Announcement Of Major Ramp Up Of Electric Vehicle Battery Production MINNESOTA-NORTH DAKOTA (trfnews.i234.me) Companies in Minnesota and North Dakota are included in an announcement by President Biden for a major ramp up of electric vehicle battery production across the Country.

Report on Major Two-Vehicle Collision North of Bemidji

Report Of Serious 2-Vehicle Crash North Of Bemidji BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Multiple emergency responders on the scene of a 2-vehicle, head on crash north of Bemidji, Minnesota on this Sunday evening.

Three Individuals Charged with Major Drug Offenses in Grand Forks

Trio Facing Serious Drug Charges In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A woman and 2 men are facing serious drug charges in Grand Forks after being pulled over on a traffic stop.

MAJOR POLICE RESPONSE AT COBBLESTONE COURT SOUTH IN FARGO – VIOLENT INCIDENT REPORTED!

Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) saw a major law enforcement response late Saturday night at Cobblestone Court South after reports of a violent incident. Incident Details The emergency call came in around 10:00 PM, prompting a heavy police presence at the scene. While details remain limited, authorities have not yet confirmed whether the situation was criminal in nature.… Continue reading MAJOR POLICE RESPONSE AT COBBLESTONE COURT SOUTH IN FARGO – VIOLENT INCIDENT REPORTED!

Polk County Man Arrested for Parole Violation – Major Legal Trouble Ahead

Aaron William Dick

Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — A Polk County man is back behind bars after being arrested for violating his parole. According to records, Aaron William Dick, born August 29, 1993, was taken into custody on February 25, 2025, for a felony parole violation. Details surrounding the violation have yet to be released, but this could mean… Continue reading Polk County Man Arrested for Parole Violation – Major Legal Trouble Ahead

Minnesota Fugitive Alert: Major Lamont Brooks Wanted for Drug Charges

Major Lamont Brooks

Hennepin County, MN – Minnesota law enforcement officials are searching for Major Lamont Brooks, a fugitive wanted as of November 1, 2024, on drug-related charges. Brooks, born on March 4, 1981, was convicted and sentenced on March 7, 2016, in Hennepin County (Court File Nos. 27-CR-15-898 & 27-CR-15-14902). After his release on July 5, 2023,… Continue reading Minnesota Fugitive Alert: Major Lamont Brooks Wanted for Drug Charges

BREAKING: Special Ops Team Apprehends Suspect in Major Sex Crime Case

UPDATE: Special Ops Team Arrests Suspect In Major Sex Crime Case CARRINGTON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The James-Valley Special Operations Team arrested a suspect in a major sex crime near Carrington, North Dakota today. Kristopher Abshere is facing a Class AA charge of Gross Sexual Imposition.

Minnesota Pair Arrested in Clay County for Major Meth Trafficking Charges

Elizabeth Brinkman, 32, of Glyndon, Minnesota, and Jason Keller, 38, of Nelson, Minnesota

📍 Clay County, MN – A drug trafficking investigation led to the arrest of Elizabeth Brinkman, 32, of Glyndon, Minnesota, and Jason Keller, 38, of Nelson, Minnesota. Both are now facing three first-degree felony drug charges in Clay County District Court. Investigation & Surveillance 📅 Timeline of Events: February 9, 2025: A Moorhead police investigator… Continue reading Minnesota Pair Arrested in Clay County for Major Meth Trafficking Charges

Two Individuals Accused of Major Drug Trafficking Charges in Clay County, Minnesota

Elizabeth Brinkman, 32, of Glyndon, Minnesota, and Jason Keller, 38, of Nelson, Minnesota

CLAY COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) An investigation by Moorhead Police led to Elizabeth Brinkmann of Glyndon and Jason Kell of Nelson facing major drug trafficking charges.

🚔 Anthony Joseph Thompson Arrested in Becker County for DWI and Major Drug Possession Charges 🚔

Anthony Joseph Thompson

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Anthony Joseph Thompson, 39, was arrested on February 7, 2025, and is currently being held without bail at Becker County Jail on multiple serious charges, including DWI and felony-level drug possession involving fentanyl and heroin. Charge Details: Traffic – DWI – Operate Motor Vehicle Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance (Minnesota… Continue reading 🚔 Anthony Joseph Thompson Arrested in Becker County for DWI and Major Drug Possession Charges 🚔

BREAKING NEWS: Major Crash 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: Red Lake Detention Center Employee Charged with Major Drug Offense

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: Red Lake Detention Center Employee Charged with Major Drug Offense

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.

Several Arrests Made in Major Drug Investigation in Cass County, MN

Multiple Arrests In Major Cass County, MN Drug Investigation WALKER, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Cass County, Minnesota Sheriff Tom Burch reports multiple arrests, drug and cash seizures, following a major drug investigation.

UPDATED: 3 additional rollovers reported following a major crash near Thompson on 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 PIPELINE PROTEST AIMS TO MAKE 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”.

One Fatality Reported in Major Multi-Vehicle Crash on Highway 2 Near Grand Forks Airport

One Person Killed In Major, Multi-Vehicle Crash On Highway 2 By Airport In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A North Dakota Highway Patrolman tells TRF News that 1 person was killed in a major, multi-vehicle crash on Highway 2 by the Airport on this Friday morning. Authorities are asking you to stay away from… Continue reading One Fatality Reported in Major Multi-Vehicle Crash on Highway 2 Near Grand Forks Airport

Urgent Update: Major Construction Accident Occurs in Cooperstown, ND

BREAKING NEWS: Very Serious Construction Accident In Cooperstown, ND COOPERSTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We had a female involved in a very serious construction accident in Cooperstown, North Dakota late Friday afternoon.

Bemidji Pair Facing Major Drug Charges After Traffic Stop

Gabriel Sweatt and Joshua Greenberg-Nelson

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Two Bemidji men, Gabriel Sweatt and Joshua Greenberg-Nelson, are facing major drug charges after a traffic stop led to the discovery of methamphetamine and a firearm, according to court documents. On February 4, police pulled over Sweatt in Bemidji for driving a vehicle without a license plate. Greenberg-Nelson was a passenger in the… Continue reading Bemidji Pair Facing Major Drug Charges After Traffic Stop

End Of Watch 2025-02-03 15:06:00 – Major Jeffrey A. Burke, New Jersey State Police, New Jersey

Jeffrey A. Burke Major Jeffrey Burke died as the result of cancer that he developed following his assignment working the bucket brigade and providing security in the area at the World Trade Center site following the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks. Major Burke had served with the New Jersey State Police for 26 years. He is survived… Continue reading End Of Watch 2025-02-03 15:06:00 – Major Jeffrey A. Burke, New Jersey State Police, New Jersey

Dilworth, Minnesota Man Faces Major Drug Trafficking Charges After Meth Seizure

Ronnie Lee Phillips

Moorhead, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me)— A Dilworth, Minnesota man is facing serious drug trafficking charges after law enforcement seized 50 grams of methamphetamine from a Moorhead apartment during the execution of a search warrant on January 30, 2025. According to authorities, Ronnie Lee Phillips has been charged with: First-degree sale of drugs (10 grams or more of… Continue reading Dilworth, Minnesota Man Faces Major Drug Trafficking Charges After Meth Seizure

Grand Forks Man Facing Major Drug Charges at Chateau Condos on Duke Drive

Dylan Joseph Larson

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—A Grand Forks man is now facing major drug charges after a search warrant led to the seizure of a large quantity of narcotics at the same Chateau Condos on Duke Drive where a 16-year-old was arrested for attempted murder on Sunday. Dylan Joseph Larson, 25, has been charged with three felony… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Facing Major Drug Charges at Chateau Condos on Duke Drive

Breaking News: Major Crash in Mahnomen, Emergency Life Flight Dispatched

BREAKING NEWS: Serious Crash At Mahnomen, Life Flight Called MAHNOMEN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have a report of a serious crash at Mahnomen, Minnesota Wednesday evening. Life flight was called.

Valley City Woman Charged with Major Methamphetamine Trafficking in Fergus Falls

FERGUS FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On January 5, 2025, law enforcement in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, arrested Kerri Lee Johnson of Valley City, North Dakota, on serious drug-related charges. According to court documents, Johnson reported to police that her friend had committed suicide behind a residence near the river. Upon investigation, authorities found no evidence supporting… Continue reading Valley City Woman Charged with Major Methamphetamine Trafficking in Fergus Falls

Major Three-Vehicle Crash Near Reeder: Details and Investigation

NEWS RELEASE | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | December 19, 2024 Three-Vehicle Injury Crash Near Reeder What: Injury crash Where: Highway 12, Mile Marker 56, near the Highway 22 junction, Reeder, ND When: December 19, 2024, at approximately 3:18 a.m. (MT) Road Conditions: Ice-covered roads Weather Conditions: High winds, blowing snow, and sleet Type of Crash:… Continue reading Major Three-Vehicle Crash Near Reeder: Details and Investigation

Major Accident: Rollover Crash Occurs in Northern Valley on Saturday Morning

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) First responders were on the scene of a rollover crash on Highway 2, eight miles east of East Grand Forks, Minnesota Saturday morning.

Minnesota State Patrol Manages 470 Incidents During First Major Winter Storm

On Thursday, December 19, 2024, the Minnesota State Patrol managed 470 traffic crashes between midnight and 8:30 p.m., with 38 resulting in injuries. Additionally, 261 vehicles went off the road, and 30 semitrailers jackknifed during the period. South-central and southeastern Minnesota experienced the highest snowfall. Specific accumulations included: New Prague, Winthrop, and Kellogg: 7 inches… Continue reading Minnesota State Patrol Manages 470 Incidents During First Major Winter Storm

Beltrami County, Minnesota Pursuit Leads to Major Drug Charge

BELTRAMI COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Minneapolis man is facing a major drug charge in Beltrami County, Minnesota after trying to outrun a traffic stop.

Blayne Saiger Arrested for First-Degree Drug Sale in Major Operation

Blayne Evan Saiger

Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Blayne Evan Saiger, born February 20, 1986, was charged with first-degree drug sale under Minnesota statute 152.021.1(1). Authorities allege Saiger sold 10 grams or more of cocaine, heroin, or methamphetamine within a 90-day period. The charge, classified as a felony, is part of an ongoing investigation into illegal drug operations in… Continue reading Blayne Saiger Arrested for First-Degree Drug Sale in Major Operation

Man Charged with First-Degree Drug Possession in Major Narcotics Case

Dyllan Matthew Peltier

Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Law enforcement authorities have charged Dyllan Matthew Peltier, born October 27, 1985, with first-degree drug possession. According to official reports, Peltier was found in possession of 500 grams or more of amphetamine or hallucinogenic substances on August 12, 2024. The case involves a violation of Minnesota Statute 152.021.2(3), which pertains to… Continue reading Man Charged with First-Degree Drug Possession in Major Narcotics Case

Minnesota Man Charged with First-Degree Drug Possession in Major Case

Karl Vernell Leclair

Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On April 18, 2024, Karl Vernell Leclair, born September 14, 1981, was arrested and charged with first-degree drug possession in Minnesota. The charges allege that Leclair was in possession of 500 grams or more of amphetamines or hallucinogens, a violation of Minnesota Statute 152.021.2(a)(3). This statute defines the severity of drug… Continue reading Minnesota Man Charged with First-Degree Drug Possession in Major Case

Vehicle of Grand Forks Deputy Struck Twice in Major Saturday Night Crash Near Thompson, ND

Grand Forks Deputy's Vehicle Hit Twice During Saturday Night's Major Crash By Thompson, ND THOMPSON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks Sheriff’s Department patrol vehicle was hit twice, while trying to slow down traffic at a major crash incident on Interstate-29 near Thompson, North Dakota Saturday night. The Deputy escaped injury.

Major Fire at Donaldson Elevator in Minnesota: Crews Respond

Major Fire at Donaldson Elevator in Minnesota: Crews Respond

DONALDSON, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – Emergency and fire crews responded to a fire at the Donaldson elevator in Donaldson, Minnesota, early this morning. Photos submitted by a trfnews.i234.me viewer captured flames and smoke coming from the elevator at approximately 4:30 a.m. on November 29. Currently, the cause of the fire remains unknown. Authorities have been contacted… Continue reading Major Fire at Donaldson Elevator in Minnesota: Crews Respond

Major Power Outage Temporary Near Bemidji, Minnesota After Crash Saturday Evening

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A car accident southeast of Bemidji damaged a power line southeast of that town late Saturday afternoon, temporarily knocking out power.

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.

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.

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