Detailed Forecast Tonight Rain before 3am, then a chance of rain and snow between 3am and 5am, then a slight chance of snow after 5am. Low around 35. Breezy, with a north northwest wind 17 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 34 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Little or no snow accumulation… Continue reading Grand Forks, ND 7 Day Forecast
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Details on the Shooting of Two Individuals in Mahnomen County
Details Surrounding Shooting of 2 People in Mahnomen County MAHNOMEN, MN (TRF NewsTV) We have the latest details surrounding the shooting of 2 people in Naytahwaush, Minnesota last night. A person of interest is in custody.
Grand Forks Man TRIED to RUN OVER Three People, Then THREATENED Mass Killing at Local Bar — Now Facing Four Felonies!
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — A disturbing series of events late on April 1st has led to Roger Delgado Jr. being hit with four felony charges and a misdemeanor DUI. According to police reports, Delgado allegedly tried to run over three people on 43rd Street, forcing them to dive behind a tree for protection. But the… Continue reading Grand Forks Man TRIED to RUN OVER Three People, Then THREATENED Mass Killing at Local Bar — Now Facing Four Felonies!
Officer-Involved Shooting in McKenzie County Leaves One Dead
McKenzie County (https://trfnews.i234.me)— An officer-involved shooting occurred Monday night in McKenzie County, North Dakota, resulting in the death of one individual. Deputies responded to a domestic disturbance at 7:21 p.m., leading to a confrontation during which a man was shot. He was transported to McKenzie County Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The deputy… Continue reading Officer-Involved Shooting in McKenzie County Leaves One Dead
West Fargo Horror: Florida Man David Valentin Faces Trio of Felonies After Grinder Meetup Turns into Armed Robbery
West Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) — In a shocking case out of West Fargo, David Valentin of Florida is facing a trio of felony charges, including robbery, terrorizing, and theft of property, along with multiple misdemeanors, according to court documents. The disturbing series of events began when Valentin connected with a male victim through the Grinder app.… Continue reading West Fargo Horror: Florida Man David Valentin Faces Trio of Felonies After Grinder Meetup Turns into Armed Robbery
Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony Child Abuse After Infant’s Arm Broken!
Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A disturbing case of child abuse has emerged in Grand Forks, where Tyler Jeffrey Richards has been charged with felony child abuse after allegedly breaking the arm of his infant son last September. 
What Happened?According to court documents, Richards told investigators that he was feeding his infant when he… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony Child Abuse After Infant’s Arm Broken!
Safe and Sound: Missing Crookston Girl Located
FOUND SAFE! Missing Crookston Girl. CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A missing Crookston girl was found safe at around 8:30 pm Thursday.
BREAKING: Body Discovered in Dumpster in Downtown Fargo!
Fargo, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities in Fargo are investigating a possible deceased person found in a dumpster in the 300 block of 4th Avenue North. Video footage from the scene at 5:40 p.m. on Friday shows police surrounding the area with crime scene tape as they investigate the situation. The identity of the individual and the… Continue reading BREAKING: Body Discovered in Dumpster in Downtown Fargo!
SHOCKING: Fargo Woman Threatens to Chop Off Fingers and Kill Family at Church!
Fargo, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo woman, Banmattie Haribaran, is now facing serious felony charges after an alarming incident at Lighthouse Church on 9th Street South. According to court documents, on March 2nd, Haribaran allegedly hurled vulgar comments at churchgoers as they entered the building. But the situation escalated quickly—she reportedly told a person she would… Continue reading SHOCKING: Fargo Woman Threatens to Chop Off Fingers and Kill Family at Church!
BREAKING: SHOT FIRED AT GRAND FORKS APARTMENT—NO INJURIES REPORTED
Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Police Respond to Shot Fired at 36th Avenue South Apartments BREAKING NEWS: A suicidal male fired a shot inside his apartment, sending a bullet into a neighboring unit. No one was injured in the incident, which occurred at 2350 36th Avenue South Apartments, located behind Walmart on the south… Continue reading BREAKING: SHOT FIRED AT GRAND FORKS APARTMENT—NO INJURIES REPORTED
BREAKING: VEHICLE FIRE ERUPTS OUTSIDE FIVE GUYS IN GRAND FORKS!
Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Firefighters Respond to Vehicle Fire Outside Five Guys BREAKING NEWS: A vehicle fire broke out this Sunday afternoon in the parking lot of Five Guys Burgers on 32nd Avenue South in Grand Forks. Emergency Response 
Grand Forks Fire Department quickly responded to the scene after reports of a… Continue reading BREAKING: VEHICLE FIRE ERUPTS OUTSIDE FIVE GUYS IN GRAND FORKS!
Fargo Shock: Man Claims He Was Hit by a Car – But Witnesses Say It Never Happened!
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Fargo police were called to a bizarre scene on Friday night in the 3200 block of 18th Street South after a man claimed he had been struck by a vehicle following an argument with the driver. But things took a strange turn when an unrelated witness told officers that none of it… Continue reading Fargo Shock: Man Claims He Was Hit by a Car – But Witnesses Say It Never Happened!
SHOCKING Legal Twist in Grand Forks Fatal Crash Case – Evidence Dismissed!
GRAND FORKS COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me) – A shocking legal twist has just rocked the Grand Forks County courtroom. The case against Travis Bell of Fordville, North Dakota, who was charged with criminal vehicular homicide and injury after a devastating crash that killed 6-year-old Katerina Luan, has taken an unexpected turn. Last June, a camera on Nicole Luan’s… Continue reading SHOCKING Legal Twist in Grand Forks Fatal Crash Case – Evidence Dismissed!
URGENT UPDATE: Grand Forks County Wildfire Grows Over a Mile, Firefighters Struggling to Contain It!
Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) — BREAKING UPDATE at 3:33 PM — The wildfire west of Grand Forks, near Gilby, is spreading rapidly! Originally reported as a controlled burn gone wrong, the flames are now over a mile and a half long, scorching cropland and wildlife areas. The fire is moving east and fire crews are… Continue reading URGENT UPDATE: Grand Forks County Wildfire Grows Over a Mile, Firefighters Struggling to Contain It!
SHOCKING: Grand Forks Man Accused of Beating Woman, Kicking Her Down Stairs & Setting House on Fire!
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man is facing a multi-felony trial after being accused of brutally assaulting a woman, kicking her down a staircase, and intentionally setting a fire that endangered two children. James William Laducer Jr., 37, was arrested in October after allegedly punching a woman twice in the face, kicking her in… Continue reading SHOCKING: Grand Forks Man Accused of Beating Woman, Kicking Her Down Stairs & Setting House on Fire!
Grand Forks Hotel Demolished After ‘Human Cage’ Rumors—Truth Finally Revealed!
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — Ideal Inn Motel Demolished After Human Cage Rumors The Ideal Inn on Gateway Drive, Grand Forks, a motel that had long been vacant, has officially been demolished and removed. Last fall, the abandoned building was at the center of eerie speculation after reports surfaced of a secret room and a possible… Continue reading Grand Forks Hotel Demolished After ‘Human Cage’ Rumors—Truth Finally Revealed!
Car Slams Into Grand Forks Home – Chaos on Fifth Avenue!
Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—A bizarre crash unfolded in Grand Forks on Thursday evening around 5:30 p.m., when a vehicle smashed into the front steps of a home on the 1100 block of Fifth Avenue North. A shocking TRF-News viewer photo captured the aftermath, showing the car lodged near the home’s entrance. Authorities have not yet… Continue reading Car Slams Into Grand Forks Home – Chaos on Fifth Avenue!
Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 108 Months in Federal Prison for Drug Trafficking and Firearms Charges
GRAND FORKS, ND – Nolli Hedira Neal Jr., 33, has been sentenced to 108 months (9 years) in federal prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy to possess a controlled substance with intent to distribute and possession of firearms in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. Neal’s sentencing took place on February 20, 2025, following a… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 108 Months in Federal Prison for Drug Trafficking and Firearms Charges
Train Derails Near Thompson, ND—What Officials Aren’t Saying!
Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) — Breaking news out of Grand Forks County this Tuesday morning—a train derailment has been reported near Thompson, ND, just south of Grand Forks. Early reports indicate that the derailment occurred approximately a quarter-mile north of Thompson. According to on-scene footage, at least six train cars were involved, with one completely… Continue reading Train Derails Near Thompson, ND—What Officials Aren’t Saying!
High-Speed Chase in West Fargo Ends in Two Arrests
West Fargo, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—Two individuals were arrested late Thursday, February 13, 2025, after leading West Fargo Police on a vehicle pursuit following an attempted traffic stop. 
How the Chase Unfolded 
Late Thursday Night: Police attempted a routine traffic stop in the 200 block of 5th Street East for a traffic violation.
Instead… Continue reading High-Speed Chase in West Fargo Ends in Two Arrests
Grand Forks Woman Charged with Felony Drug Trafficking Near Downtown Apartments
GRAND FORKS, ND – Rena Lea Robertson is facing a felony drug trafficking charge after being arrested near Ryan House Apartments in downtown Grand Forks on February 20, 2025. According to court documents, officers located Robertson, who was wanted on two outstanding warrants. During the arrest, she was allegedly found in possession of: Five oxycodone… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Charged with Felony Drug Trafficking Near Downtown Apartments
East Grand Forks Man Charged After High-Speed Chase and Meth-Related Arrest
EAST GRAND FORKS, MN – An East Grand Forks man is facing multiple charges following a police pursuit that ended in his arrest. According to court documents, Wayde Richard Stallmo was initially pulled over on Highway 2 in East Grand Forks on February 19th due to a probation violation. However, after briefly stopping, he suddenly… Continue reading East Grand Forks Man Charged After High-Speed Chase and Meth-Related Arrest
Fargo Man Charged with Felony Criminal Trespass After Apartment Break-In Attempt
FARGO, ND – A Fargo man is facing criminal charges after an alleged break-in attempt at an apartment complex on February 19th. According to police, Bryan Robert Klocke was reported by a male victim for attempting to force his way into the victim’s apartment. When officers arrived, they found Klocke standing in the building’s hallway… Continue reading Fargo Man Charged with Felony Criminal Trespass After Apartment Break-In Attempt
Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony Theft of Construction Tools
GRAND FORKS, ND – A Grand Forks man is facing a felony theft charge after allegedly stealing multiple tools from a construction company that had previously fired him. According to court documents, between October 2023 and February 2025, Matthew John Hinze reportedly took various tools belonging to his former employer. The investigation uncovered that one… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged with Felony Theft of Construction Tools
Fargo Man Arrested After Allegedly Threatening to Shoot Employees at Burlington in Cass County
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man was arrested after allegedly threatening employees and customers inside a Burlington store on Tuesday, February 11. Suspect: Sedarian Jinks, 37 Location: Burlington, 13th Avenue, Fargo Charge: Terrorizing (felony) Incident Details Police Response Officers were called to Burlington on 13th Avenue for a disturbance involving a hostile… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested After Allegedly Threatening to Shoot Employees at Burlington in Cass County
Grand Forks Woman Charged with Felony Terrorizing After Threat at Medical Facility
Grand Forks, ND – A Grand Forks woman is facing a felony charge of terrorizing following an alleged incident at a local medical facility, according to court documents. On February 18, authorities responded to a disturbance involving Katherine Marie Baxter, who was receiving medical treatment. During the visit, Baxter repeatedly attempted to shut the door… Continue reading Grand Forks Woman Charged with Felony Terrorizing After Threat at Medical Facility
Murderer Leonard Peltier released from prison
BELCOURT, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – After nearly 50 years behind bars, Murderer Leonard Peltier has been released from prison, sparking both celebration and controversy across the nation. Murderer Leonard Peltier, a member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians, was convicted in the 1975 killings of two FBI agents on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in… Continue reading Murderer Leonard Peltier released from prison
North Dakota House Defunds Prairie Public Broadcasting | TRF News
Bismarck, ND – In a significant budget decision, the North Dakota House of Representatives voted on Monday to eliminate state funding for Prairie Public Broadcasting, a move that supporters say aligns with broader government cost-cutting efforts. The House Appropriations Committee had originally recommended continuing the $1.2 million biennial funding for Prairie Public. However, House Bill… Continue reading North Dakota House Defunds Prairie Public Broadcasting | TRF News
Significant Drug Seizure on Red Lake Reservation
Major Drug Bust On Red Lake Reservation REDBY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Authorities confiscated drugs, cash and guns in Redby, Minnesota. Three people were also arrested on drug charges.
Firefighters Respond to Morning House Fire on 7th Avenue South in Grand Forks
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Crews responded to a residential fire on 7th Avenue South Friday morning, with fire damage contained to the kitchen and no reported injuries. At 10:29 a.m. Friday, the Grand Forks Fire Department was dispatched to the 400 block of 7th Avenue South after receiving reports of a residential fire alarm. Upon… Continue reading Firefighters Respond to Morning House Fire on 7th Avenue South in Grand Forks
Breaking: Massive Fire Erupts at Tree Service Company in Harwood, Chaos County, ND
Harwood, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—Developing Story: Early this Tuesday morning, a fire broke out at a tree service company in Harwood, North Dakota. Reports indicate large flames coming from the business, and an iNewZ viewer has submitted photo evidence from the scene. Current Status of the Fire Location: Harwood, ND 
Time: Early morning, Tuesday … Continue reading Breaking: Massive Fire Erupts at Tree Service Company in Harwood, Chaos County, ND
BREAKING NEWS: Two-Vehicle Crash at Columbia Rd & 32nd Ave South in Grand Forks
Grand Forks, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—A two-vehicle collision was reported at Columbia Road and 32nd Avenue South at approximately 4:18 p.m. on Monday. What We Know So Far Emergency responders, including an ambulance, were dispatched to the scene. One vehicle suffered front-end damage, while the other sustained heavy side damage with airbags deployed. Authorities are still determining… Continue reading BREAKING NEWS: Two-Vehicle Crash at Columbia Rd & 32nd Ave South in Grand Forks
West Fargo Man Charged with Five Felony Terrorizing Counts After Sending Threatening Emails
WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—Keith Allen Ramsett of West Fargo is facing five felony terrorizing charges after allegedly sending over 700 threatening emails to his former employer, including messages containing threats of physical harm and photos of himself holding firearms, according to court documents. Authorities launched an investigation after the employer reported persistent, menacing communication from… Continue reading West Fargo Man Charged with Five Felony Terrorizing Counts After Sending Threatening Emails
Fargo Man and Graceville Woman Arrested After Chaotic Traffic Stop in West Fargo
WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—A traffic stop on Cheyenne Street in West Fargo escalated into a chaotic arrest Thursday night when a passenger attempted to flee in the vehicle, according to West Fargo Police. The incident occurred at 10:34 p.m. on February 1, when officers pulled over a vehicle in the 2600 block of Cheyenne Street… Continue reading Fargo Man and Graceville Woman Arrested After Chaotic Traffic Stop in West Fargo
Jamestown Man Shelby Whitt Faces Fleeing and Drug Charges in West Fargo
WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—Shelby Whitt of Jamestown is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after fleeing from police and being caught with drugs in West Fargo, according to court documents. The incident occurred on February 1, when a West Fargo officer attempted to pull Whitt over for a window tint violation. Instead of stopping, Whitt… Continue reading Jamestown Man Shelby Whitt Faces Fleeing and Drug Charges in West Fargo
Grand Forks Pair Charged with Felony Criminal Trespass After Home Intrusion
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me)— Elizabeth Wolf of Grand Forks and Jesse L. Peterson of New Town are facing felony criminal trespass charges after allegedly breaking into a Grand Forks home, according to court records. The incident occurred on February 2 at 11:09 p.m., when a Grand Forks woman discovered the pair inside her residence and… Continue reading Grand Forks Pair Charged with Felony Criminal Trespass After Home Intrusion
Fargo Man John Paul Miller Charged with Felony Terrorizing in Domestic Violence Case
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—John Paul Miller of Fargo has been charged with felony terrorizing in a domestic violence case, according to court documents. The charges stem from an incident on February 1, when officers were dispatched to a Fargo residence after Miller allegedly threatened to kill a family member upon being asked to move out. The… Continue reading Fargo Man John Paul Miller Charged with Felony Terrorizing in Domestic Violence Case
Former West Fargo Swim Coach Ronald Hehn Arrested for Sexual Contact with Minor in Cass County
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – West Fargo, ND – A former West Fargo Girls Swim Coach, Ronald Hehn, 38, has been arrested on charges of gross sexual imposition involving a victim under 15 years old. According to Cass County Jail records, Hehn was booked into custody on Thursday following an investigation into allegations of inappropriate contact… Continue reading Former West Fargo Swim Coach Ronald Hehn Arrested for Sexual Contact with Minor in Cass County
Fort Totten Man Sentenced to Seven Years for Grand Forks Standoff
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—A Fort Totten man, Collin Wade Posey, was sentenced on Tuesday, Jan. 21, to serve seven years in prison for charges stemming from a standoff with law enforcement in Grand Forks. Posey, 32, pleaded guilty to Class B felony criminal mischief causing over $10,000 in damages and Class C felony preventing arrest.… Continue reading Fort Totten Man Sentenced to Seven Years for Grand Forks Standoff
Damian J. Oldrock of Fargo Charged with Felony Contact by Bodily Fluids
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—Damian J. Oldrock of Fargo has been charged with felony contact by bodily fluids. According to court documents, police responded to a disturbance at a Matt bus stop on Northern Pacific Avenue on January 18. Upon arrival, officers found Oldrock, who was wanted on a DUI warrant. While being read his Miranda rights,… Continue reading Damian J. Oldrock of Fargo Charged with Felony Contact by Bodily Fluids
Body of Missing North Dakota Fisherman Discovered Near River South of Mandan
Body Of Missing ND Fisherman Found Along River South Of Mandan MORTON COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The body of a fisherman missing since May 11 is believed to have been found.
A Report of a Shooting Incident in Fargo, ND
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – The event occurred at approximately 6:26 p.m. on Sunday, November 10th, within the boundaries of the 800 block of 10th St. S in Fargo. Upon arrival, law enforcement personnel located an individual who had sustained a gunshot wound. The severity of this injury necessitated immediate medical attention, and the victim was… Continue reading A Report of a Shooting Incident in Fargo, ND
Child Sex Tourism Scandal: Former North Dakota Senator’s Release Conditions Continuously Violated
FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – Former North Dakota state Sen. Ray Holmberg is facing further scrutiny as he awaits sentencing for his guilty plea to child sex tourism charges. Despite multiple verbal reprimands and reminders of his conditions, Holmberg has continued to violate the terms of his release. According to a federal court filing, Holmberg accessed social… Continue reading Child Sex Tourism Scandal: Former North Dakota Senator’s Release Conditions Continuously Violated
Man Missing in Grand Forks
Missing Man In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Grand Forks Police are asking for your help in finding a missing man. Thomas Brubach was last seen Thursday afternoon.
Grand Forks Police Capture Suspect in Skateboard Theft and Injury Incident
Grand Forks Police Nab Suspect In Skateboard Theft & Injury Case GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Grand Forks Police have arrested a suspect in a case where a 16-year old boy was injured and his skateboard stolen earlier this week. The suspect has not been named yet.
Full Tour of Crookston’s Historic Fournet Building from Last Summer
Last Summer's Complete Tour Of Historic Fournet Building in Crookston CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Sneak back to our complete tour of the historic Fournet building in downtown Crookston last summer.
Authorities Release Identities of Couple Killed in ATV Crash Near Mentor, Minnesota
Couple Killed In ATV Crash Near Mentor, Minnesota Identified MENTOR, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A couple killed in an ATV crash near Mentor, Minnesota Saturday night has been identified as 34-year old Crystal Scott of Crookston and 34-year old Noel Schmieg of Mentor. We have more details regarding the crash.
Bismarck Man Arrested for Allegedly Assaulting 10-Year-Old Girl at State Capitol Grounds
BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 24-year-old Bismarck man, Isiah Simms, has been arrested on allegations of sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl on the grounds of the North Dakota State Capitol. According to a police release issued on Friday, August 23, Simms is currently held at the Burleigh Morton Detention Center, facing three counts of gross… Continue reading Bismarck Man Arrested for Allegedly Assaulting 10-Year-Old Girl at State Capitol Grounds
Fargo Man Arrested After Multi-County Vehicle Theft Spree
CASSELTON, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man, Craig Vinton, 32, is in custody following a string of vehicle thefts that spanned several counties in the region, leading to his arrest. The incident began early Wednesday when the Sheriff’s Office and Casselton Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire. The vehicle involved had been reported stolen… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested After Multi-County Vehicle Theft Spree
North Dakota Woman Pleads Guilty in Tragic Death of 1-Year-Old on Spirit Lake Reservation
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Kenzie Rose Baker, 27, of St. Michael, North Dakota, has pleaded guilty to accessory after the fact, child abuse, and child neglect in connection with the death of a 1-year-old on the Spirit Lake Reservation. Her sentencing is scheduled for January 22, 2025. In February 2023, emergency responders were called… Continue reading North Dakota Woman Pleads Guilty in Tragic Death of 1-Year-Old on Spirit Lake Reservation
Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 4 Years for Drug Trafficking in Polk County
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jacob Gabriel Brunelle, 28, of Grand Forks, has been sentenced to 48 months in prison for second-degree sale of a controlled substance in Polk County. The sentence was handed down on Tuesday, August 20, following Brunelle’s guilty plea to the felony, which had been reduced from a first-degree charge earlier… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 4 Years for Drug Trafficking in Polk County
Cass Lake Man Charged with Murder After Fatal Chokehold on Brother
BELTRAMI CO., Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities have provided new details regarding a tragic domestic incident near Bemidji, Minnesota, over the weekend. Arthur Jones, 48, of Cass Lake, is accused of strangling his brother to death early Saturday morning. When officers arrived on the scene, Jones reportedly told them, “he’s already dead,” while holding his brother… Continue reading Cass Lake Man Charged with Murder After Fatal Chokehold on Brother
Former Congressman George Santos Pleads Guilty to Corruption Charges, Faces Up to 22 Years in Prison
CENTRAL ISLIP, New York (trfnews.i234.me) – Former U.S. Representative George Santos, once a rising star in Republican politics, pleaded guilty on August 19 to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, crimes that could lead to a prison sentence of up to 22 years. Santos, who was expelled from Congress in 2023 after a series of… Continue reading Former Congressman George Santos Pleads Guilty to Corruption Charges, Faces Up to 22 Years in Prison
Fargo Police Investigate Early Morning Assault After Dog Fight Turns Violent 
FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – Fargo police are investigating a violent altercation that took place early Monday morning near the NP Avenue bridge and 2nd Avenue North. The incident began when a man walking his dog was confronted by another dog, leading to a dispute between the two dog owners. The situation escalated when the second dog… Continue reading Fargo Police Investigate Early Morning Assault After Dog Fight Turns Violent
Virginia, MN Man Charged After Knife Attack and Puppy Abduction
VIRGINIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jordan Lee Raati, 32, of Virginia, Minnesota, is facing serious charges after allegedly attacking two people with a knife and abducting a puppy from a residence last week. The incident occurred around 1:15 a.m. on Wednesday near Third Street South in Virginia. A 51-year-old man sustained stab wounds to his chest… Continue reading Virginia, MN Man Charged After Knife Attack and Puppy Abduction
Shocking Shooting: Four Minneapolis Kids, Ages 11-14, Injured in Stolen Kia
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a disturbing incident early Sunday, August 18, four minors, aged 11 to 14, were shot while inside a stolen Kia in Minneapolis. The shooting occurred around 1 a.m. on Plymouth Avenue North when a dark-colored sedan pulled up behind the Kia and opened fire before fleeing the scene. Minneapolis Police… Continue reading Shocking Shooting: Four Minneapolis Kids, Ages 11-14, Injured in Stolen Kia
Fargo Stabbing Suspect Had Troubling Police Encounters Before Pride Parade Attack
FARGO (trfnews.i234.me) – Michael Hurteau, the 35-year-old man accused of stabbing and seriously injuring two people after last week’s Pride Parade in downtown Fargo, had multiple run-ins with police in the weeks leading up to the attack. Hurteau now faces charges of attempted murder, aggravated assault with a dangerous weapon, and terrorizing. According to records… Continue reading Fargo Stabbing Suspect Had Troubling Police Encounters Before Pride Parade Attack
Justified Force: Officers Cleared in Woodbury Target Shooting Involving Pellet Gun
The Washington County Attorney announced on Thursday, August 15, that the use of force by a sheriff’s deputy and a police officer was justified in an April shooting outside a Target store in Woodbury. The incident involved 61-year-old Donald Eugene Roche of Rockford, Minnesota, who was shot and wounded after he pointed a pellet gun,… Continue reading Justified Force: Officers Cleared in Woodbury Target Shooting Involving Pellet Gun
Bismarck man out on bond severely beats neighbor, assaults woman, resists arrest
BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 33-year-old Bismarck man, out on bond for less than four hours, launched a vicious attack on a woman and severely beat a neighbor who intervened. Bismarck Police responded Thursday night to a chaotic scene in a residential area where they found a 43-year-old man unconscious and bleeding from a head wound.… Continue reading Bismarck man out on bond severely beats neighbor, assaults woman, resists arrest
St. Cloud Man Sentenced to 74 Years for Deadly 2022 Quadruple Shooting
ST. CLOUD, Mn (trfnews.i234.me) – Bryant Garth II, a 28-year-old man from St. Cloud, has been sentenced to 74 years in prison for his involvement in a brutal quadruple shooting in 2022. The sentencing took place on Thursday, August 15, in Stearns County District Court, presided over by Judge William J. Cashman. Garth was convicted… Continue reading St. Cloud Man Sentenced to 74 Years for Deadly 2022 Quadruple Shooting
Bismarck Man Released on Bond Launches Brutal Attack, Faces Attempted Murder Charges
BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Just four hours after being released on a domestic assault charge, Jeremy Krueger-Grinnell, 33, was arrested again, this time for a brutal assault that nearly turned deadly. On Thursday night, August 16, in Bismarck, Krueger-Grinnell allegedly strangled his girlfriend until she lost consciousness. When a 43-year-old neighbor intervened, Krueger-Grinnell responded with… Continue reading Bismarck Man Released on Bond Launches Brutal Attack, Faces Attempted Murder Charges
Federal Court Revives Women’s Hockey Lawsuit Against UND
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A lawsuit claiming the University of North Dakota (UND) violated federal law by cutting its women’s ice hockey program can proceed after the U.S. Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals overturned a lower court’s dismissal. The lawsuit, filed under Title IX, seeks to reinstate the program that was cut in 2017 due… Continue reading Federal Court Revives Women’s Hockey Lawsuit Against UND
West Fargo Church Mourns Loss of Young Man Killed in Saturday Morning Shooting
WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The tragic death of 25-year-old Austin Strom, who was shot outside Prairie Heights Community Church on Saturday morning, was confirmed during Sunday services at the church. The shooting occurred at 7:48 a.m. in the church parking lot at 319 32nd Ave. E. in West Fargo, following an altercation involving three… Continue reading West Fargo Church Mourns Loss of Young Man Killed in Saturday Morning Shooting
Grand Forks man to serve 15 years for gross sexual imposition, child abuse
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Marcus Arlo Hoffmann, 33, was sentenced on Thursday, August 15, to 20 years in prison, with five years suspended, for committing Class A felony gross sexual imposition and Class C felony child abuse. The case began in early September 2023 when Hoffmann was reported for assaulting… Continue reading Grand Forks man to serve 15 years for gross sexual imposition, child abuse
Grand Forks Man Busted with Nearly 15 Pounds of Meth Faces 20 Years in Prison
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man, Walter Dane Carlson, 60, is staring down a potential 20-year prison sentence after authorities discovered nearly 15 pounds of methamphetamine in his Belmont Road home. On Monday, August 12, the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force, along with the Pine to Prairie Drug Task Force, executed a… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Busted with Nearly 15 Pounds of Meth Faces 20 Years in Prison
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
North Dakota Supreme Court Dismisses Two Sexual Imposition Counts in Devils Lake Case
RAMSEY COUNTY, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – In a significant legal development, the North Dakota Supreme Court has dismissed two counts of gross sexual imposition from the record of Howard Anthony Studhorse, 63, of Devils Lake. This decision came after an appeal revealed that two of the charges duplicated facts from other counts. Originally sentenced on July… Continue reading North Dakota Supreme Court Dismisses Two Sexual Imposition Counts in Devils Lake Case
Texas Man Held on $1.5 Million Bond for Allegedly Scamming Elderly Minnesota Woman Out of $136,000 in Cash and Gold
MARSHALL COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 23-year-old McKinney, Texas, man, Mutahir Ahmed Khan, is being held on a $1.5 million bond after allegedly swindling an elderly Marshall County woman out of $136,000. Khan, who faces up to 20 years in prison for two felony theft charges, reportedly convinced the victim to send cash hidden in… Continue reading Texas Man Held on $1.5 Million Bond for Allegedly Scamming Elderly Minnesota Woman Out of $136,000 in Cash and Gold
Manhunt Underway: Grand Forks Police Search for Armed Scooter Thief
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – The Grand Forks Police Department is urgently seeking public assistance in locating an armed burglary suspect who struck on Tuesday, August 13. The suspect, described as a white male in his early to mid-30s, was last seen wearing gray shorts, a white tank top, white tennis shoes, and black headphones.… Continue reading Manhunt Underway: Grand Forks Police Search for Armed Scooter Thief
Disturbing Videos Surface of Fargo Stabbing Suspect Claiming Conspiracy and Targeting
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Videos from a YouTube channel believed to belong to Michael Hurteau, the man charged with attempted murder following a stabbing in Downtown Fargo, reveal unsettling content. In these videos, Hurteau alleges that he is being targeted by a group of “cancerous, predatory people” who he claims are part of a conspiracy… Continue reading Disturbing Videos Surface of Fargo Stabbing Suspect Claiming Conspiracy and Targeting
Fargo Man Sentenced to 40 Years for Role in Deadly 2020 Drive-By Shooting
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Joshua Brooks, a Fargo man involved in a fatal 2020 drive-by shooting, has been sentenced to 40 years in prison. Brooks, who pleaded guilty to being an accomplice to murder, will be eligible for parole after serving 23 years and six months. The incident occurred in August 2020, when Santino Marial… Continue reading Fargo Man Sentenced to 40 Years for Role in Deadly 2020 Drive-By Shooting
Court Orders Mental Evaluation for Grand Forks Man Accused of Cold-Blooded Barroom Murder
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a dramatic turn of events, Nicholas Jon Narveson, a 27-year-old Grand Forks man accused of a fatal shooting, has been ordered to undergo a psychological and criminal responsibility evaluation before his case can proceed. Narveson, who is being held on a $1 million bond, appeared in court on Monday,… Continue reading Court Orders Mental Evaluation for Grand Forks Man Accused of Cold-Blooded Barroom Murder
Minnesota Candidate and Wife Caught in Sign Scandal: Over 240 Stolen Signs Found Painted with Campaign Slogans
ALEXANDRIA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a shocking turn of events, Minnesota legislative candidate Judd Hoff and his wife, Wendy Hoff, are facing serious criminal charges after being linked to the theft of more than 240 signs in the Alexandria area. The stolen signs included political campaign signs, real estate signs, and advertisements for special events. Wendy… Continue reading Minnesota Candidate and Wife Caught in Sign Scandal: Over 240 Stolen Signs Found Painted with Campaign Slogans
Fort Totten Man’s Desperate Escape Attempt Adds to Felony Charges After Standoff
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Collin Wade Posey, a 32-year-old man from Fort Totten, is now facing additional charges after allegedly attempting to escape custody following his arrest after a tense standoff with Grand Forks law enforcement. Posey, already charged with multiple Class C felonies, including escaping a felony arrest and possessing contraband useful for… Continue reading Fort Totten Man’s Desperate Escape Attempt Adds to Felony Charges After Standoff
Tragic Turn: Driver Faces Homicide Charge After Fatal North Dakota Crash
RANSOM CO., N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – In a devastating update, charges are being upgraded against 37-year-old Amber Patel of Oakes, North Dakota, following a fatal crash near Lisbon on Tuesday afternoon. Initially charged with criminal vehicular injury, Patel now faces a more severe charge of criminal vehicular homicide. The North Dakota Highway Patrol reports that Patel… Continue reading Tragic Turn: Driver Faces Homicide Charge After Fatal North Dakota Crash
Grand Forks Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Sales, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison
POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jacob Gabriel Brunelle, 28, of Grand Forks, pleaded guilty on Friday, Aug. 9, to second-degree drug sales in Polk County. Initially charged with conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance sale, Brunelle’s charges were reduced as part of a plea deal. While the crime carries a potential 25-year maximum sentence,… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Sales, Faces Up to 25 Years in Prison