Polk County Sheriff’s Office Warns of Phone Scam Impersonating Law Enforcement

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warning after receiving multiple complaints about a phone scam where the caller falsely claims to be a sheriff’s deputy. The scammers are impersonating members of the sheriff’s office, asking residents for personal information and payments under the pretense of resolving warrants. Officials stress that the Polk County… Continue reading Polk County Sheriff’s Office Warns of Phone Scam Impersonating Law Enforcement

Devils Lake Police Report Discovery of Nude Photos of Local Girls on Suspect’s Phone

Devils Lake Police Say Nude Photos Of Local Girls Found On Suspect's Phone DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Devils Lake, North Dakota Police says nude and partially nude photos of local girls were found the phone of a man from that town. Caleb Dahlen is facing criminal charges.

Accused of Punching Child for Dropping Cell Phone

Allegedly Punched Child In The Face For Dropping His Cell Phone GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks man is facing criminal charges for allegedly punching a child in the face for dropping his cell phone.

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

Minnesota Schools Face Deadline for Cell Phone Policy: Crookston’s Approach

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Minnesota schools are gearing up for new cell phone regulations, with a statewide mandate requiring all school districts to implement cell phone policies by March 2025. The Crookston School District is taking proactive steps, aiming to have its policy ready before the school year starts. On August 1, 2024, Crookston held… Continue reading Minnesota Schools Face Deadline for Cell Phone Policy: Crookston’s Approach

An in-depth analysis of the cell phone policy at Minnesota schools

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) TRF News partner trfnews.i234.me takes an in-depth look at Minnesota school’s cell phone policy, which all schools in the State will need to adopt soon.

Minnesota Schools Set to Enforce New Cell Phone Policies

MINNESOTA (trfnews.i234.me) – Minnesota lawmakers have mandated that schools across the state implement policies regulating student cell phone use. This initiative aims to minimize distractions and enhance the learning environment. Schools must have these policies in place by 2025, reflecting a growing trend toward managing digital distractions in education.