Defense Cites Public Bias and Media Coverage On March 26, 2025, attorneys Michael Cohen and Alicia Linzmeier filed a motion on behalf of 17-year-old Carson Peters-Berger to relocate his trial outside Chippewa County. The defense argues that extensive media coverage, social media commentary, and public memorials have created an environment where a fair trial is… Continue reading Chippewa County Murder Trial in Turmoil: Defense Demands Venue Change Amidst Public Outcry
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GRAND FORKS TRIAL TURMOIL: Defense Seeks Venue Change Amidst ‘Justice for Katarina’ Campaign
Grand Forks, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — The defense attorney for Travis Bell, accused in a fatal crash near the Grand Forks airport, has filed a motion to move the trial out of Grand Forks. Attorney Mark Friese argues that the extensive public campaign led by the victim’s family, including social media outreach and public demonstrations,… Continue reading GRAND FORKS TRIAL TURMOIL: Defense Seeks Venue Change Amidst ‘Justice for Katarina’ Campaign
UPDATE: Bemidji Fire Chief Placed on Leave Amid Department Turmoil
UPDATE: Bemidji Fire Chief On Leave, Turmoil In Department BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding Bemidji Fire Chief Justin Sherwood being on leave and replaced at his position. Bemidji City Manager, Nate Mathews has confirmed this, but he hasn’t addressed turmoil in the ranks of the fire department.