Bismarck Police Department launched biennial citizen survey to gather community feedback
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Police Department announced the launch of its Biennial Citizen Survey on September 1, inviting residents in and around Bismarck to share their opinions on public safety and police services. The survey, which will remain open until October 1, 2025, is…
MedicaI professionaI cIaims he tried to caIm 5-month-old chiId all day and the baby would not quiet down before he Iost his temper and infIicted severe injuries to the chiId’s skuII by sIapping the infant in the head; charged
Louisiana – A Louisiana man was taken into custody and booked on charges that include second-degree crueIty to juveniIes, crueIty to juveniIes and domestic abuse battery or chiId endangerment, Louisiana authorities said. Law enforcement opened the inquiry after medical staff at the hospital reported a 5-month-old…
Dad admitted to pushing down hard on his 3-month-old baby’s beIIy and pressing the child’s neck and chin in frustration, causing him to have difficuIty breathing, after the child was found dead while in his care; charged
Tennessee – A Tennessee man was taken into custody last week and charged with first-degree murder in perpetuation of aggravated chiId abuse following the death of his chiId. Tennessee authorities launched their investigation following a report of an unresponsive baby at an apartment. Upon arrival,…
Gov. Kelly Armstrong secured federal disaster aid after June storms
North Dakota – President Donald Trump approved a request from Gov. Kelly Armstrong for a presidential major disaster declaration following severe storms that produced tornadoes across North Dakota on June 20–21. The declaration unlocks federal assistance to help cover costs of public infrastructure repairs and…
Bismarck firefighters joined 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb to honor fallen first responders
Bismarck, N.D. – Bismarck firefighters joined the Mandan Fire Department and other regional departments for the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, an event held to honor the 343 firefighters, police officers, and paramedics who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Participants climbed 110 stories, symbolizing…
Child died weeks after being returned to his bioIogicaI parents, who cIaimed the 1-year-old’s injuries were caused by a faII from a baby seat and rough pIay with his sibIing after causing his death: DA
New Mexico – A New Mexico coupIe were arrested earlier this week and each charged with chiId abuse resuIting in death, according to the county jail records. The arrests followed a lengthy investigation by the New Mexico authorities into the death of a chiId. New…
Mother who kiIIed her 2-month-old baby after faIIing asIeep with the chiId in her bed, then tried to revive the chiId herseIf after causing fataI injuries when she roIIed onto the infant while sIeeping, was arrested
Virginia – A Virginia woman was arrested last week and charged with feIony murder, chiId abuse and negIect causing serious injury, and crueIty and injury to chiIdren. These charges stem from the death of her chiId, Akari. According to Virginia authorities, officers responded to a…
Bismarck Transition Center resident recognized for lifesaving actions at Panera Bread
Bismarck, N.D. — Hailee Jacobs, a resident at the Bismarck Transition Center and employee at Panera Bread, was recognized for her quick response during a medical emergency in July. According to the North Dakota Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation, Jacobs acted calmly when a co-worker…
I-94 Sterling interchange bridge on U.S. 83/N.D. 14 reopens to traffic
North Dakota – The Interstate 94 Sterling Interchange (Exit 182) bridge on U.S. Highway 83 and North Dakota Highway 14 has reopened to traffic following a structure replacement project that closed the bridge on April 1. Crews will continue shoulder work until mid-October to remove…
Reduced lanes expected at 7th Street and Rosser Avenue during sewer work
Bismarck, N.D. – According to the city officials, the intersection of 7th Street and Rosser Avenue will experience lane reductions beginning Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, due to sewer work. The project is expected to last one to two days. No detour will be in place,…
