Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 5:27PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

At 526 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Strathcona, or 25 miles southwest of Roseau, moving northeast at 15 mph. HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel size hail. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.… Continue reading Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 5:27PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 9:29AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

At 929 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Badger, or 14 miles southwest of Roseau, moving east at 40 mph. HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel size hail. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.… Continue reading Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 9:29AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 9:05AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

At 905 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7 miles northeast of Karlstad, or 31 miles southwest of Roseau, moving northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel size hail. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to… Continue reading Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 9:05AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 7:53AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

At 753 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Poland, or 17 miles southeast of Grafton, moving northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel size hail. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.… Continue reading Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 7:53AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 3:19AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Areas of fog occasionally reducing the visibility to around one- quarter of a mile have developed across northeast North Dakota and adjacent areas of northwest Minnesota early this morning. Travelers should be prepared for rapidly deteriorating visibility, and to use extra caution at intersections, railroad crossings, and school bus stops. The fog is expected to… Continue reading Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 3:19AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

UPDATE: Police Chief Statement On Crookston School Resource Officer Put On Paid Administrative Leave

CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Crookston Police Chief, Darin Selzler has released a statement regarding School Resource Officer Don Rasicot being put on Administrative Leave.

Special Weather Statement issued September 11 at 4:49AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Areas of locally dense fog will affect locations from Roseau and Baudette south thru Fosston, Bagley, Bemidji to Wadena and Park Rapids and surrounding areas thru mid morning. Visibilities of 1/2 to 1/4 mile will occur. Fog will be highly variable in coverage and density. If traveling early this morning, reduce your speed and use… Continue reading Special Weather Statement issued September 11 at 4:49AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Unusual Crime Statement

Cass Lake Man Arrested After Bizarre Break-In and ATV Theft South of Detroit Lakes

BECKER COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – In a peculiar incident in Lake View Township, Becker County, Minnesota, James L. Tejohn of Cass Lake has been arrested and charged with multiple crimes. On August 18th, a woman reported that an unknown man entered her home, claiming he was there to check on her. The man, later identified… Continue reading Unusual Crime Statement

Grand Forks Police Issue Statement on Six-Hour Standoff Leading to Arrest of FBI Fugitive

Collin Wade Posey

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Dramatic Standoff in Grand Forks Ends Peacefully A six-hour standoff in Grand Forks on Monday, involving local police and FBI agents, culminated in the arrest of 32-year-old Collin Posey, a fugitive with multiple warrants. The incident began around 4:30 PM and concluded at 11:30 PM. Timeline of Events 4:34 PM:… Continue reading Grand Forks Police Issue Statement on Six-Hour Standoff Leading to Arrest of FBI Fugitive

Statement from the Family of Slain Grand Forks Police Officer Cody Holte

Statement From Family Of Slain Grand Forks Police Officer, Cody Holte GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The family of slain, Grand Forks Police Officer, Cody Holte has released a statement thanking everyone for their support.

Update: Statement from Warren, MN Domestic Violence Survivor

UPDATE: Statement From Domestic Violence Victim In Warren, Minnesota WARREN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The victim of a Domestic Violence victim in Warren, Minnesota Saturday evening has a message for anyone in an abusive relationship…get out.

UPDATE: Crookston School Issues Statement on Passing of 16-Year-Old Student

UPDATE: Crookston School Releases Statement On Death Of 16-Yr. Old Student CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Crookston School has released a statement regarding the death of a 16-year old female student.

Trump Issues Statement After Assassination Attempt at Pennsylvania Rally

Butler, Pennsylvania (trfnews.i234.me) – Former President Donald Trump released a statement on Saturday following a shooting incident at his political rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, which federal law enforcement officials are investigating as an assassination attempt. “I want to thank The United States Secret Service, and all of Law Enforcement, for their rapid response on the… Continue reading Trump Issues Statement After Assassination Attempt at Pennsylvania Rally

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO UPDATE: Bemidji Police Statement, Subject Pepperballed, Mental Health Evaluation

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – We have an update from Bemidji Police regarding a subject who was pepperballed Thursday night. The male subject was apparently suffering a mental health episode. On July 11th, at 8:45 p.m., Bemidji police responded to a welfare check at a residence on 21st Street Northwest. Officers learned that a 35-year-old male… Continue reading EXCLUSIVE VIDEO UPDATE: Bemidji Police Statement, Subject Pepperballed, Mental Health Evaluation

Prosecution Opposes Motion to Suppress Murder Suspect’s Statement

Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – The prosecution has filed a memorandum opposing the defense’s motion to suppress a statement made by Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera, a Thief River Falls man, while in custody during a murder investigation. The state argued that Benitez-Estremera knowingly, intelligently, and voluntarily waived his Miranda rights. Benitez-Estremera, 33, was indicted last… Continue reading Prosecution Opposes Motion to Suppress Murder Suspect’s Statement

Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 8:54PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

At 854 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Lancaster, or 42 miles northeast of Grafton, moving east at 40 mph. HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel size hail. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.… Continue reading Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 8:54PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 8:37PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

At 837 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Alvarado to near Bygland to 6 miles southwest of Cummings. Movement was east at 40 mph. HAZARD…Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and penny size hail. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around… Continue reading Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 8:37PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 7:59PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

At 759 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from Forest River to 7 miles northwest of Holmes to near Golden Lake. Movement was east at 40 mph. HAZARD…Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and penny size hail. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow… Continue reading Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 7:59PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Special Weather Statement issued May 12 at 10:11AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Relative humidity values will drop to 20 to 25 percent this afternoon. Southwest winds are expected to range from 10 to 20 mph with gusts to near 25 mph. Given the extremely dry fuels, near critical fire weather conditions are expected through the afternoon. Any fire that does develop has the potential to quickly spread.… Continue reading Special Weather Statement issued May 12 at 10:11AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Special Weather Statement issued May 11 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Relative humidity values will drop to 20 to 25 percent this afternoon and early evening. Southwest winds are expected to range from 10 to 15 mph with gusts to near 20 mph. Given the extremely dry fuels, near critical fire weather conditions are expected through early evening. Any fire that does develop has the potential… Continue reading Special Weather Statement issued May 11 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Special Weather Statement issued May 11 at 3:23AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Relative humidity values will drop into the range of 20 to 25 percent. Southwest winds are expected to range from 10 to 15 mph with gusts to near 20 mph. Given the extremely dry fuels, near critical fire weather conditions are expected through late this afternoon. Any fire that does develop has the potential to… Continue reading Special Weather Statement issued May 11 at 3:23AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Special Weather Statement issued May 10 at 6:48AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Relative humidity values will drop into the middle 20 percent to upper 20 percent range along with northwest winds gusting up to 45 mph. Areas in the Red River Valley are expected to see the lowest RH values and gustiest winds. Given the extremely dry fuels, near critical fire weather conditions are expected through late… Continue reading Special Weather Statement issued May 10 at 6:48AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Special Weather Statement issued May 7 at 3:24PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

At 322 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Waukon, or 42 miles north of Detroit Lakes, moving north at 40 mph. HAZARD…Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include… Fertile, McIntosh, Winger, Gary, Maple Bay,… Continue reading Special Weather Statement issued May 7 at 3:24PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Special Weather Statement issued April 30 at 8:09AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Areas of fog occasionally reducing visibility to around one- quarter mile have developed across eastern North Dakota and northwest Minnesota. Travelers should be prepared for rapidly deteriorating visibility, and to use extra caution at intersections, railroad crossings, and school bus stops. The fog is expected to improve by late morning.

Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell’s Statement on Burglary Charge

Nicole Mitchell

DETROIT LAKES, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – State Senator Nicole Mitchell, facing a first-degree burglary charge in Becker County, released a statement addressing her arrest. Mitchell, representing Woodbury as a DFL senator, was arrested after being discovered in her stepmother’s Detroit Lakes home’s basement. Despite appearing in court and being released on the condition not to contact… Continue reading Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell’s Statement on Burglary Charge

Special Weather Statement issued April 24 at 4:18AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Relative humidity values will drop to around 20 percent and fuels remain dry as most grasses have not greened up yet. Despite winds under 10 mph today, the dry conditions will cause near critical fire weather conditions this afternoon and early evening. Any fire that does develop has the potential to quickly spread. For more… Continue reading Special Weather Statement issued April 24 at 4:18AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Special Weather Statement issued April 21 at 3:49AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Relative humidity values will drop to around 20 percent along with west winds 10 to 15 mph. Given the extremely dry fuels, near critical fire weather conditions are expected for the afternoon and early evening hours. Any fire that does develop has the potential to quickly spread. For more information on burning restrictions for Minnesota,… Continue reading Special Weather Statement issued April 21 at 3:49AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND