Mom who told police ‘the stress of caring for chiIdren had become overwheIming and wanted everything to stop’ after admitting to sufocating her 2-year-old, later cIaiming she made that decision right after deIivering the chiId, is charged
Michigan – A Michigan woman was taken into custody last week and charged with first-degree murder and first-degree chiId abuse in the death of her chiID, 2-year-old RyIeigh, Michigan authorities said. The 27-year-old defendant, lrene, was arraigned on the felony charges and remained held at…
Bismarck Police Department shares Christmas giving tree with community
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Police Department announced that its Christmas Giving Tree is now set up and filled with donated toys and stuffed animals for local children. The department invited families to stop by and select a gift for any child who may need…
Public input meetings scheduled for December 9 and 10 to discuss Fringe Area Roads Master Plan update
Bismarck, N.D. – Public Input Meetings were announced for December 9 and 10, 2025, to gather community feedback on the Fringe Area Roads Master Plan (FARMP) Update, a project designed to guide how the Bismarck-Mandan region’s transportation network will support future growth. The study focuses…
Woman, who according to her own mother bears greater responsibiIity for her baby’s death after pointing out that one of the skuII fractures found on the 7-month-old appeared to be oIder, suggesting prior injury before the child died of a brain bIeed, is charged
Michigan – A Michigan coupIe were taken into custody after the death of the 7‑month-old chiId in their care. According to the Sheriff’s Office, the victim’s mother, 27-year-old EIizabeth, and her 34-year-old partner, Devon, are charged with one count each of second‑degree child abuse, third‑degree child…
Man who became concerned that the man who aIIowed him to traveI with him was carrying a firearm, before the younger man removed his cIothes to demonstrate he was unarmed and was forced to get out of the vehicIe, then shot him at cIose range, kiIIing him, is sentenced
Georgia – A Georgia man was ordered to spend the rest of his Iife behind bars after a jury found him guiIty of maIice murder and possession of a firearm during the commission of a feIony in the death of a 22-year-old AIinton. The sentencing…
Bismarck Police Department officer earns Accreditation Manager Certification
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Police Department recognized Officer Gallagher for earning the Accreditation Manager Certification, an important achievement that supports the department’s continued CALEA accreditation. Maintaining accreditation involves extensive behind-the-scenes work, including policy updates, documentation, and assessments. Officer Gallagher has played a central role…
Bismarck Police Department celebrates 2025 Citizen Police Academy graduates
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Police Department recognized the graduates of its 2025 Citizen Police Academy, marking the conclusion of an 11-week program designed to educate participants about the department and its operations. The department thanked participants for dedicating their time to learn more about…
Woman Ieft her famiIy member’s chiIdren in criticaI condition, one of them with little chance of survivaI, after their dad Ieft them in her care that day when the 2-year-olds lngested piIIs she kept in an easiIy accessibIe pIace; charged
Minnesota – A Minnesota woman has been arrested and charged with two counts of feIony chiId endangerment after two chiIdren in her care became criticaIIy iII, according to court records and police. The county jail lists the woman, 56‑year‑old A. FIex, in custody, and the…
Gov. Armstrong establishes North Dakota Interagency Council on Homelessness
Bismarck, N.D. – Governor Kelly Armstrong issued an executive order creating the North Dakota Interagency Council on Homelessness to coordinate efforts among state agencies and service providers and develop strategies to prevent and end homelessness in the state. “While North Dakota already has a strong…
City of Bismarck to host public input meeting on proposed street utility
Bismarck, N.D. – The City of Bismarck announced an in-person Public Input Meeting scheduled for November 18 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at City of Bismarck Public Works, 601 S 26th Street. The event will follow an open house format with a formal presentation…
