Crime

Three People Walk Away from Rollover Crash in South Fargo

The accident took place near the firefighter substation on the west side of the Holiday Inn

FARGO, ND — No one was injured in a two vehicle rollover crash off of 13th Avenue in Fargo. Crews responded to 40th Street after a car and an SUV collided and the SUV rolled onto its side into the middle of the street. The accident took place near the firefighter substation on the west side of the Holiday Inn….

South Dakota Woman Identified in Grass Fire Death

Officials do not yet know if the region's drought conditions caused the fire

FAIRBURN, SD — A South Dakota woman who died in a grass fire has been identified. Authorities say the grass fire spread to the home of 26-year-old Julia Pawelski on Tuesday morning in Fairburn, a town just south of Rapid City. The fire damaged at least three other buildings along with multiple vehicles and hay bales before fire crews got…

Mall of America Shuts Down Similar Ride that Malfunctioned at Ohio State Fair

Although both rides swing back and forth like a pendulum, they are made by different manufacturers

  BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — A ride in the Mall of America was shut down after a similar ride at the Ohio State Fair malfunctioned, leaving one person dead and seven others hurt. A statement from the mall says Shredder’s Mutant Masher will stay closed until being fully inspected by its manufacturer, Chance Rides Inc. The ride is similar to the…

Boat Involved in Rescue on the Red River Recovered

Fargo fire officials say retrieving the boat was good practice for future river rescues

  FARGO, ND — A boat was recovered after getting stuck on the Red River Tuesday morning. The boat became stranded after a father and son couldn’t get the motor to start, causing it to drift and get stuck in the river’s rocks. It took Fargo and Moorhead rescue crews about two hours to bring them to safety using cables…

Bemidji Inmate On the Run

Do not attempt to make contact with the male, he is considered dangerous. Please call 911 immediately if you have seen him or know his location.

Bemidji, MN – On July 27th, 2017 at approximately 22:34 hours Bemidji Police Officers responded to the Beltrami County Jail on a report of a fight between two inmates. During the course of the investigation it was determined that one of the inmates should be brought to Sanford Hospital for evaluation of injuries sustained in the fight. A Beltrami County…

Fargo Diocese Priest Will Not Be Charged, Remains on Administrative Leave

Father Thomas Feltman was being investigated for what the diocese called "alleged conduct" involving his interaction with youth.

WAHPETON, ND – Charges will not be filed against a Fargo Catholic Diocese priest accused of inappropriately touching girls. Father Thomas Feltman was being investigated for what the diocese called “alleged conduct” involving his interaction with youth. Richland County States Attorney Ron McBeth says that although Feltman’s behavior was socially unacceptable, “there is no evidence that the touching was done…

Women Involved in Altercation in Fargo Walmart Parking Lot Come Together

He said all three women have expressed regret regarding their interaction and language with each other

FARGO, ND — The women at the center of a racist rant caught on cell phone in the Walmart parking lot Tuesday night have come together at the Fargo Police Department. Chief David Todd met with Amber Hensley, Sarah Hassan and Leyla Hassan. He said all three women have expressed regret regarding their interaction and language with each other. Todd…

Conceal and Carry Without a Permit Now Legal in North Dakota

North Dakota residents will be able to carry a handgun without a permit starting next month

FARGO, ND — North Dakota will officially be a part of the constitutional carry and conceal states beginning August 1. Governor Burgum signed the bill, which will now allow law abiding citizens to carry a concealed handgun without a permit. Each person must live in North Dakota, have a valid North Dakota driver’s license and be at least 18 years…

Family of Justine Damond Sets Up Memorial Fund

Damond was shot by Officer Mohamed Noor on July 15 after she called 911 to report a possible sexual assault

Justine Ruszczyk Damond  MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — The family of an Australian woman killed by a Minneapolis police officer has set up a memorial fund in her honor. The Justine Damond Social Justice Fund will support causes that were important to Justine, including those that promote equal treatment and opportunities for everyone. Damond was shot by Officer Mohamed Noor on July…

ND American Indian Tribes Endorse Hochhalter as Federal Prosecutor

The move followed tribal officials' interviews of Hochhalter and competitor Drew Wrigley

BISMARCK, ND — The five federally recognized American Indian tribes in North Dakota have endorsed longtime Assistant U.S. Attorney Clare Hochhalter to be the state’s next top federal prosecutor. The move followed tribal officials’ interviews of Hochhalter and competitor Drew Wrigley. Standing Rock Chairman Dave Archambault says he was influenced by statements made by Wrigley that protests against the Dakota…