Blue Earth County (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities are seeking public assistance in locating Robert Zhane’ke Burns Jr., a 29-year-old individual currently classified as a wanted fugitive as of March 28, 2025. Burns was born on July 29, 1995, and has previously been convicted of theft in Blue Earth County under court file number 07-CR-19-3368. Offense Details:… Continue reading Blue Earth County Fugitive Alert: Authorities Seek Public Assistance in Locating Wanted Individual
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Moorhead: Steven Jacob Stene Arrested for Driving After Cancellation – Inimical to Public Safety (DAC-IPS)
Moorhead (trfnews.i234.me) — Steven Jacob Stene, age 40, has been arrested by the Moorhead Police Department and is now facing charges for a serious traffic violation. Charge Filed: Driving After Cancellation – Inimical to Public Safety (DAC-IPS) This offense occurs when an individual’s driver’s license is canceled due to being deemed a risk to public safety… Continue reading Moorhead: Steven Jacob Stene Arrested for Driving After Cancellation – Inimical to Public Safety (DAC-IPS)
Clay County: Cory Allen McKay Arrested for Major Drug Offenses & Public Nuisance
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
Clay County Outburst: Cassie Lynnette Bellairs Arrested After Property Damage and Public Meltdown!
Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — Cassie Lynnette Bellairs, age 39, was taken into custody by the Moorhead Police Department at 3:13 AM on March 28, 2025, following a disruptive incident that landed her two criminal charges: 4th Degree Damage to Property ($1–$500) – a misdemeanor offense in Minnesota involving intentional damage to another’s property. Disorderly Conduct… Continue reading Clay County Outburst: Cassie Lynnette Bellairs Arrested After Property Damage and Public Meltdown!
Becker County Woman Arrested for Outrageous Public Rant
Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 31-year-old woman identified as Jasmine Tarnelle Roberson is behind bars following a wild and disorderly public episode that led to her arrest on March 28, 2025. According to authorities, Roberson engaged in offensive, abusive, boisterous, and obscene behavior, violating Minnesota Statute 609.72.1(3) — a misdemeanor offense for disorderly conduct. Details… Continue reading Becker County Woman Arrested for Outrageous Public Rant
Charge of Threatening a Public Servant in Langdon, North Dakota
LANGDON, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Langdon, North Dakota man is facing a felony charge for allegedly threatening to shoot a County road grader operator.
Clearwater County: Suzen Pixler Arrested for Driving After Cancellation – Public Safety Risk
Clearwater County (trfnews.i234.me) — Suzen Pixler, 64, was arrested on March 12, 2025, in Clearwater County, Minnesota. Pixler is facing a charge under Minnesota Statute 171.24.5 for driving after cancellation-inimical to public safety (CANCIPS). This charge indicates that her driving privileges were previously revoked due to being deemed a public safety threat. Driving under cancellation… Continue reading Clearwater County: Suzen Pixler Arrested for Driving After Cancellation – Public Safety Risk
March 17, 2025 School Board Meeting for Grand Forks Public Schools
Joseph Emmit Primeau Arrested in Polk County for Driving After Cancellation – Public Safety Violation
Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) – Authorities have arrested Joseph Emmit Primeau, born January 8, 1979, on March 6, 2025, for driving after cancellation – inimical to public safety under Minnesota Statute 171.24.5. This gross misdemeanor charge applies to individuals whose driver’s license has been canceled due to repeated DUI offenses, dangerous driving behavior, or other serious… Continue reading Joseph Emmit Primeau Arrested in Polk County for Driving After Cancellation – Public Safety Violation
Former Griggs County Sheriff Michael Beaver Pleads Guilty in Public Records Tampering Case
Cooperstown, ND (trfnews.i234.me)—
Former Griggs County Sheriff Michael Beaver has pleaded guilty using an Alford plea in a felony public records tampering case. 
What is an Alford Plea?An Alford plea allows a defendant to maintain innocence while acknowledging that the prosecution has enough evidence for a conviction. 
Case Background: Beaver was charged in… Continue reading Former Griggs County Sheriff Michael Beaver Pleads Guilty in Public Records Tampering Case
Pennington County: Man Held Without Bail for Public Safety Violation
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Authorities have arrested Andrew Stengrim, who is currently being held in the Pennington County Jail with no bail following a charge of driving after cancellation – inimical to public safety. According to jail records, Stengrim was taken into custody on March 13, 2025, and remains behind bars as his case proceeds… Continue reading Pennington County: Man Held Without Bail for Public Safety Violation
Ex-Sheriff from North Dakota Admits Guilt in Public Records Tampering Case
COOPERSTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) MIchael Beaver, the former Sheriff of Griggs County, North Dakota has pled guilty to Tampering with Public Records.
Polk County Woman Charged with Third-Degree Drug Possession Near Public Zone
Polk County, MN – A 52-year-old woman, Kelly Beth Amundgaard, has been charged with felony third-degree drug possession after authorities found methamphetamine in a restricted zone near a school, park, or public housing area. 
Arrest Details 
Date of Arrest: February 13, 2025
Suspect: Kelly Beth Amundgaard, born February 27, 1972
Charge: Third-Degree… Continue reading Polk County Woman Charged with Third-Degree Drug Possession Near Public Zone
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
North Dakota House Passes Bill to Cut Funding for Public Broadcasting
BISMARCK, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The North Dakota House has voted to pull State funding from public broadcasting. The bill now goes to the Senate.
Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office PUBLIC INFORMATION 2-11-2025
PUBLIC INFORMATION – BE ON LOOKOUT The Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office received multiple reports today of scam phone calls. Scammers have been calling local residents claiming that a family member is in jail and needs bail money. A party involved in the scam was last seen in the Red Lake Falls on 3rd St… Continue reading Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office PUBLIC INFORMATION 2-11-2025
Grand Forks Public Schools Board Meeting Scheduled for February 10, 2025
Saint Paul Man Charged with Five Felonies in Public Housing Shooting Incident
Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A 42-year-old Saint Paul man, Jason Simms Carter, is facing five felony charges following a shooting incident inside a public housing apartment building. Carter has been charged with two counts of second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon, two counts of intentional discharge of a firearm that endangered safety, and one count of… Continue reading Saint Paul Man Charged with Five Felonies in Public Housing Shooting Incident
Fargo Police Seek Public Assistance in Locating Missing Teen
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – The Fargo Police Department is seeking public assistance to locate 19-year-old Blessing Jutee, who was last seen on June 30, 2024. Jutee is described as 5 feet 4 inches tall, weighing 140 pounds, with brown eyes and brown hair. Individuals with information regarding her whereabouts are encouraged to contact the Red… Continue reading Fargo Police Seek Public Assistance in Locating Missing Teen
Surge in Public Gun Carrying Across the United States
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A recent study published in the American Journal of Public Health indicates that the number of individuals carrying firearms in public in the United States has nearly doubled over a four-year period. Mike Price, General Manager at Bill’s Gun Shop & Range in Fargo, reports that all his concealed carry classes… Continue reading Surge in Public Gun Carrying Across the United States
Cass County Sheriff’s Office Addresses Employee Investigations and Reinforces Hiring Protocols
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Cass County Sheriff Jesse Jahner has provided detailed information regarding the department’s hiring and background check procedures in light of recent investigations involving current and former deputies. This comes as three individuals associated with the Sheriff’s Office face potential criminal charges. Investigations Overview Former Deputy Carson Quam: Quam, 26, has been… Continue reading Cass County Sheriff’s Office Addresses Employee Investigations and Reinforces Hiring Protocols
New Patrol-Tribal Agreement: Increased Public Access to Information?
New Patrol-Tribal Agreement, More Information For Public? SPIRIT LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The North Dakota Highway Patrol and Spirit Lake have entered into a new, mutual aid agreement, which could mean a better flow of information for the public on whats happening on the reservation.
Man Urinates in Fargo Public Library and Assaults Officers
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Fargo man is facing charges, after allegedly peeing in the elevator and then refusing to leave, assaulting police officers.
Debra Marie Schubert Faces Drug Possession Charges in Public Zone
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Debra Marie Schubert, born on July 9, 1983, has been charged with third-degree drug possession for narcotics, including LSD, MDA, or MDMA, in a school, park, or public housing zone. This charge falls under section 152.023.2(a)(4) and was filed on December 12, 2024. I’m Chris Harper reporting for trfnews.i234.me
Man Charged with Methamphetamine Sale in Public Zone: Ruben Silva
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Ruben Silva, born on April 14, 1992, has been charged with a second-degree drug sale involving methamphetamine or amphetamine. The incident reportedly occurred in a designated area near a school, park, or public housing zone. The charge is filed under statute {152.022.1(6)(ii)} and is dated April 8, 2024. Further details of… Continue reading Man Charged with Methamphetamine Sale in Public Zone: Ruben Silva
Kristina Rose Ranisate Arrested for 3rd Degree Drug Possession in Public Zone
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Kristina Rose Ranisate, born on November 18, 1995, was charged with 3rd-degree possession of Schedule 1 or 2 narcotics, including LSD, MDA, and MDMA, on September 18, 2024. The offense occurred in a designated public zone, specifically a school, park, or public housing area. This charge falls under Minnesota Statute {152.023.2(a)(4)},… Continue reading Kristina Rose Ranisate Arrested for 3rd Degree Drug Possession in Public Zone
Cole Irene Buchanan Charged with 3rd Degree Drug Possession, Public Safety Violation
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On October 23, 2024, Cole Irene Buchanan was arrested and charged with third-degree drug possession. The charges specify possession of Schedule 1 or 2 narcotics, including LSD, MDA, or MDMA, within a school, park, or public housing zone. This incident falls under the legal statute {152.023.2(a)(4)}. Further details regarding the arrest… Continue reading Cole Irene Buchanan Charged with 3rd Degree Drug Possession, Public Safety Violation
Grand Forks Police Seek Public Assistance in Burglary Case
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Grand Forks Police Department is seeking assistance from the public in identifying a person of interest in a burglary investigation. The department has shared an image of the individual on its official Facebook page but has not released further details about the suspect. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact… Continue reading Grand Forks Police Seek Public Assistance in Burglary Case
UPDATE: Public Outcry Intensifies as Elderly and Disabled Face Eviction in Bemidji
UPDATE: Outrage Boiling Over As Elderly & Disabled Get The Boot In Bemidji BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Outrage is beginning to boil over in Bemidji as elderly and disabled residents of a subsidized housing apartment building are told to move out.
Crookston’s Public Pool Closes: A Community in Flux
CROOKSTON, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – A post on the City of Crookston’s website announced that the city’s public pool will be closing due to limited use. The decision was made after careful consideration by the City Council and Parks & Rec department. According to Jeff Shoobridge from the city, the cost to repair the facility exceeded… Continue reading Crookston’s Public Pool Closes: A Community in Flux
High-Risk Sex Offender Registered in Grand Forks: Public Safety Measures
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — Shawn Michael Johnston, 32, is currently registered as homeless within the city of Grand Forks. According to a press release issued by the Grand Forks Police Department on October 18, Johnston has been assigned a high-risk level by the North Dakota Sex Offender Risk Assessment Committee. Johnston’s two convictions for… Continue reading High-Risk Sex Offender Registered in Grand Forks: Public Safety Measures
Child Trapped in Elevator Sparks Smoke Report at Grand Forks Public Library
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Firefighters were on the scene after a report of smoke and a child stuck in the elevator at the …
URGENT UPDATE: Image of Bemidji Murder Suspect Made Public
BREAKING NEWS: Photo Of Bemidji Murder Suspect Released BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Police have released a photo of a murder suspect who’s still at large, after 1 man was killed and another …
Child Safety Incident: Alleged Sexual Assault of Boy in Warroad Public Restroom
CHILD SAFETY: Boy Allegedly Sexually Assaulted In Warroad Public Restroom WARROAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) It’s a story out of Warroad, Minnesota that will leaving you thinking twice about ever letting a child enter a public restroom alone.
UPDATE: Subjects Already Identified by Public
UPDATE: Public Has Already Identified Subjects GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The Grand Forks Police Department was asking for your help in identifying any of these people.
URGENT ALERT: Public Urged to Avoid Hazardous Area in Cass County, ND
BREAKING NEWS: Public Warned To Stay Away From Dangerous Situation In Cass County, ND CHAFFEE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The Cass County Sheriff’s Department is warning people to stay away as the deal with a mental health …
Thief River Falls Police Seek Public Help in Locating Kristopher Walter
WANTED: Thief River Falls Police Searching For Kristopher Walter THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Thief River Falls are looking for the whereabouts of Kristopher Walter.
End Of Watch 2024-09-29 07:47:04 – Trooper Kevin Alexis Ramirez-Vasquez, Texas Department of Public Safety
Kevin Alexis Ramirez-Vasquez Trooper Kevin Ramirez-Vasquez succumbed to injuries sustained when he was struck by a vehicle west of Odessa on September 17, 2024. He and a deputy with the Ector County Sheriff’s Office had responded to the crash on Route 302 and Marian Drive. Trooper Ramirez-Vasquez was standing outside of the deputy’s vehicle speaking… Continue reading End Of Watch 2024-09-29 07:47:04 – Trooper Kevin Alexis Ramirez-Vasquez, Texas Department of Public Safety
TRF News Seeks Public Assistance to Identify Person of Interest
TRF News Viewer Wants Your Help Identifying A Person Of Interest GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An TRF News viewer in Grand Forks wants your help in identifying a person of interest in a garage burglary.
Former Ramsey County Deputy Avoids Felony, Sentenced for Misusing Public Funds
DEVILS LAKE, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Former Ramsey County Sheriff’s Deputy Benjamin Myrum, of Devils Lake, North Dakota, has pled guilty to a misdemeanor charge following an investigation into missing funds from a county-administered program. Myrum, who resigned from his position in March, was accused of misapplying less than $500 in entrusted property. A felony theft… Continue reading Former Ramsey County Deputy Avoids Felony, Sentenced for Misusing Public Funds
Remembering Jim Sasser: Tennessee Senator, Ambassador to China, and Public Service Icon
Jim Sasser, a distinguished three-term U.S. Senator from Tennessee and former Ambassador to China, is celebrated for his impactful career in public service. Born in Memphis, Tennessee, Sasser pursued higher education at the University of Tennessee, Vanderbilt University, and Vanderbilt University Law School, before serving in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves. He initially entered politics… Continue reading Remembering Jim Sasser: Tennessee Senator, Ambassador to China, and Public Service Icon
Thief River Falls Man Arrested for Public Nuisance and Disorderly Conduct on Duluth Ave.
On August 13 at 7:24 p.m., Thief River Falls police responded to a disturbance in the 1000 block of Duluth Ave. N. Randy Ryan Hicks, 68, was arrested after being cited for public nuisance, littering, and disorderly conduct. The incident reportedly involved Hicks becoming confrontational with a woman at the scene, prompting the police response.
Fargo Police Identify Murder Suspect Leo Dartoe, Urge Public to Stay Alert
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Fargo police have identified 34-year-old Leo Dartoe as the primary suspect in the Friday afternoon homicide that occurred at 2202 12th Avenue South. The victim, 35-year-old Samson Bleh, was fatally shot in the chest during the incident. While one person of interest was detained near The Arbors, authorities confirm that Dartoe… Continue reading Fargo Police Identify Murder Suspect Leo Dartoe, Urge Public to Stay Alert
Barefoot and Belligerent: Fargo Man’s Public Urination Escalates to Felony Terrorizing Charge
WEST FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A routine call for public urination in West Fargo took a dangerous turn when Jonathan Naumann of Fargo was arrested and charged with felony terrorizing. On August 17th, just before midnight, a West Fargo officer spotted Naumann, intoxicated and barely able to stand, urinating on a post in the 100… Continue reading Barefoot and Belligerent: Fargo Man’s Public Urination Escalates to Felony Terrorizing Charge
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
Duluth Proposes New Public Safety Ordinances to Curb Common Offenses
DULUTH, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The City of Duluth, Minnesota, is considering a new series of public safety ordinances aimed at addressing the most frequent complaints from residents. The proposed regulations target behaviors such as public smoking, camping on public property, vandalism, and obstructing sidewalks and streets. One significant change allows police to charge offenders with… Continue reading Duluth Proposes New Public Safety Ordinances to Curb Common Offenses
End Of Watch 2024-06-03 16:29:16 – Agent Davis Geovanni Martinez, Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services
Davis Geovanni Martinez Agent Davis Martinez was murdered while conducting a home visit on a convicted sex offender in the 2800 block of Terrace Drive in Chevy Chase. Officers from the Montgomery County Police Department went to check on Agent Martinez after he failed to return to his office. The officers discovered his body at… Continue reading End Of Watch 2024-06-03 16:29:16 – Agent Davis Geovanni Martinez, Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services
Former Fargo Teacher and Athletic Trainer Sentenced for Sexual Assault Conviction
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – Former Fargo Teacher and Athletic Trainer Sentenced for Sexual Assault Conviction: Levi Tande, a former Fargo Public Schools teacher and athletic trainer contracted through Sanford Health, was sentenced to three years in prison for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old boy last summer. He changed his plea to guilty during a January hearing.… Continue reading Former Fargo Teacher and Athletic Trainer Sentenced for Sexual Assault Conviction
Alleged Murder Suspect in Thief River Falls Claims Act was for Public Safety
PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Eleven months following the tragic death of Steven Opdahl outside DigiKey, chilling details emerge from an omnibus hearing shedding light on the alleged perpetrator’s mindset. Assistant Special Agent Testifies: Ricky Wuori Jr., of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, recounted his initial interview with Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera. Wuori described Benitez-Estremera’s… Continue reading Alleged Murder Suspect in Thief River Falls Claims Act was for Public Safety