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Judge Denies Defense Request to Suppress Threatening Statements in DAPL Protester Case

Fallis allegedly told officers, quote, "All pigs deserve to die" and "If I wanted to kill you, I would have shot you in the head."

December 27, 2017

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MORTON COUNTY, ND — A federal judge has denied a request made by the attorneys for a Dakota Access pipeline protester to suppress threatening statements she made about shooting law enforcement. Prosecutors say 38-year-old Red Fawn Fallis was arrested for allegedly shooting at officers during the pipeline protests in October of 2016. Fallis allegedly told officers, quote, “All pigs…

Positive News for Former Fargo Police Officer

The board voted 6 to 2, saying Boelke did not violate the group's code of conduct

December 15, 2017

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BISMARCK, ND — North Dakota’s Peace Officers Standards and Training Board has voted in favor of a former Fargo officer who was fired in August for his poor work performance. David Boelke says he is satisfied with the state’s decision and while it will not allow him to get his job back, he is still able to apply for…

Suspect in Greywind Murder Case Changes Plea

Her charges include conspiracy to commit murder, conspiracy to commit kidnapping, and giving false information to law enforcement

December 11, 2017

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FARGO, ND — Brooke Crews, one of the two people accused in the kidnapping and conspiracy to commit murder of Savanna Greywind, has changed her plea to guilty. Tears filled the eyes of Savanna’s parents, family members and friends as one of the suspects in her case gave them some answers on what happened to Savanna. They filed in to…

Body Found in Mahnomen County

33-year-old Corey Bush, of Naytahwaush, Minnesota, found one mile from truck

November 6, 2017

Alison Voorhees,

MAHNOMEN COUNTY, Minn. — A body was found in Mahnomen County after a man was reported missing this morning. The sheriff’s office says 33-year-old Corey Bush, of Naytahwaush, Minnesota, was cutting firewood with his father-in-law yesterday afternoon when their vehicle got stuck. Bush went to go find help and never returned. Multiple law enforcement agencies helped in searching for…

“Donut Boy” Makes Stop at Mall of America to Honor Minnesota’s Law Enforcement

Tyler says how he got started on his mission was simple

November 3, 2017

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BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — Law enforcement officials in Minnesota were in for a special treat at the Mall of America. Tyler Carach, also known as “Donut Boy,” is from Florida, but he is making it his mission in life to say thank you to every member of law enforcement in the nation. He has traveled to dozens of states, handing out…

The Drug and Alcohol Culture of the Red River Valley

One of the biggest messages being sent today is not to ignore the small stuff. He says those decisions can really affect your future

October 18, 2017

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — People across the country are concerned about the drug and alcohol culture in today’s society. Drug and substance abuse is sweeping the nation and one officer is traveling from state to state to teach people what to look for. “What are all the trends you’re seeing, what do they mean, what’s going on, the why,” explained Jermaine…

Bills Over Police Staffing of DAPL Protests Continue to Grow

The North Dakota Emergency Commission has borrowed an additional $5 million to cover law enforcement costs

September 25, 2017

TJ Nelson,

MORTON COUNTY, ND — North Dakota’s bill for police staffing of the Dakota Access pipeline protests continues to rise. The North Dakota Emergency Commission has borrowed an additional $5 million to cover law enforcement costs. That brings the total line of credit from the state-owned Bank of North Dakota to $39 million. The state is also expecting to get…

Fargo Officers Attend Funeral for Slain Wayzata Officer

Officer William Mathews died at the scene of a crash on September 8th

September 14, 2017

Site Staff,

WAYZATA, Minn. — A Minnesota community coming together to say goodbye to a fallen officer. Wayzata police officer Bill Matthews was killed after being struck by a vehicle last week on the highway while he was removing debris. 54-year-old Beth Freeman has been charged in Matthews’ death. Investigators said she had been on her cell phone and was under the…

The Red River Valley Remembers and Honors 9/11

The scars on the nation's psyche are still fresh

September 11, 2017

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RED RIVER VALLEY — It’s been 16 years since many call the worst day in modern American history and the scars on the nation’s psyche are still fresh. It’s known as the September 11th terrorist attacks, or 9/11, all around the world. City leaders, law enforcement and members of the community gathered on the Veterans Memorial Bridge to honor and…

Grand Forks Area Law Enforcement Issue Warning Over Tainted Meth Hitting the Area

Police are urging people in the community to be diligent and use caution with substance

August 16, 2017

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EAST GRAND FORKS, ND — Law enforcement officials are warning people after they say a bad batch of meth is being sold around Grand Forks. Police in East Grand Forks arrested one person yesterday for driving erratically and found they were using a controlled substance. During that arrest, they were called to a house in Grand Forks where a…