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Mistaken Identity Behind Robbery of Bemidji Women

The men and two women in the car were later arrested on robbery charges and they could all face additional charges

July 27, 2017

TJ Nelson,

BEMIDJI, Minn. — A pregnant woman and her mother in Bemidji were robbed at gunpoint in a case of mistaken identity. Authorities say the suspects thought they had followed the dark colored SUV of a person involved in a drug deal. They followed the SUV to the victim’s house early Monday morning and three men demanded money. They didn’t…

Minnesota Organization Votes Against Gov. Dayton’s Name Proposal of Police Training Program

Community members favored Dayton's proposal, but many in law enforcement were against it

July 27, 2017

TJ Nelson,

ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training has voted against Gov. Dayton’s proposal to name a new $12 million training fund for Philando Castile. Community members favored Dayton’s proposal, but many in law enforcement were against it. They said that since then-St. Anthony police Officer Jeronimo Yanez was acquitted, the proposal felt like…

Dunseith Man Making Plea in Alleged Attempted Murder of Rolette County Deputy

During a struggle Marion grabbed Benning's gun and pointed it toward the officer and fired twice

July 27, 2017

TJ Nelson,

ROLETTE COUNTY, ND — A Dunseith man accused of trying to kill a Rolette County deputy in February has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder. Authorities allege Deputy Keith Benning was trying to arrest Michael Marion after a vehicle chase. They say during a struggle, Marion grabbed Benning’s gun and pointed it toward the officer and fired twice. Benning wasn’t…

Moorhead Police Make Arrests in Shooting Behind Azool Shopping Mall

They all face robbery and assault with a dangerous weapon charges

July 26, 2017

TJ Nelson,

D’Angelo Brooks (L), 20; Raekwon Thomas (R), 18 MOORHEAD, Minn. — Two men and a juvenile have been arrested after a drug deal turned into a shooting. It happened Tuesday evening behind the Azool Shopping Mall in south Moorhead. Raekwon Thomas, 18, was taken into custody early this morning. D’Angelo Brooks, 20, was arrested this afternoon in Fargo. A…

Former Fleet Manager of Nelson Auto in Fergus Falls Charged

The total amount overcharged was $380,000 over three years

July 26, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FERGUS FALLS, Minn. — The former fleet manager of Nelson Auto in Fergus Falls has been charged for overcharging law enforcement agencies. Gerry Worner, 70, is accused of theft by swindle and has been slapped with five felonies in total. An investigation by the state patrol and BCA found Worner charged law enforcement agencies across Minnesota for equipment on…

Red Lake Indian Reservation Wants Help to Fight Opioid Epidemic

Leaders are considering banishing tribal members who are involved with dealing drugs

July 26, 2017

TJ Nelson,

BELTRAMI COUNTY, Minn. — Red Lake Indian Reservation tribal leaders have declared a public health emergency. They are seeking outside help to deal with a heroin and opiate epidemic. Leaders are considering banishing tribal members who are involved with dealing drugs. They’ll discuss the option at a meeting August 1. Leaders say overdoses have increased significantly over the past few…

Governor Burgum, First Lady Focusing on Drug Addiction in North Dakota

Last year, 55 people died from drug overdoses, many due to opioids

July 26, 2017

TJ Nelson,

BISMARCK, ND — Overdose deaths have almost tripled in North Dakota since 2013. Last year, 55 people died from drug overdoses, many due to opioids. To save lives, North Dakota First Lady Kathryn Helgaas Burgum is encouraging those at risk for opioid overdose, their family and friends, and community businesses to get a prescription for naloxone. It can prevent opioid…

Fargo Man Charged in Fatal Crash Near Jamestown

His 17-year-old passenger, Daniel Short, was thrown and died at the scene

July 26, 2017

TJ Nelson,

JAMESTOWN, ND — A Fargo man is facing felony charges after a crash took the life of a Belcourt teen earlier this month. Authorities say 54-year-old Wilmer Nadeau was initially charged with misdemeanor DUI. He’s now been charged with two counts of criminal conspiracy, two counts of unauthorized use of a vehicle and one count of child neglect. They say…

South Dakota Woman Dies After Grass Fire Spreads to House

Authorities did not immediately identify the 26-year-old woman whose body was found Tuesday morning

July 26, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FAIRBURN, SD — A woman is dead after a grass fire spread to her home in Fairburn, South Dakota, south of Rapid City. Authorities did not immediately identify the 26-year-old woman whose body was found Tuesday morning. The Custer Fire Chief says the grass fire had the potential to destroy the small town. It damaged at least three buildings in…

Rep. Steve Scalise Transferred to Rehab Facility

The Louisiana lawmaker was shot along with four others while they were on a baseball field in Alexandria, Virginia

July 26, 2017

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — House Majority Whip Steve Scalise has been released from the hospital just six weeks after he was shot during a GOP baseball practice. Scalise was discharged Tuesday and transferred to an in-patient rehabilitation center to continue his recovery. The Louisiana lawmaker was shot along with four others while they were on a baseball field in Alexandria,…