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,…
Man told poIice his feIIow jaiImate asked him to carry out a two-part deal, which included confronting the woman, who saw the older man kiII someone, verbaIIy and then burning her home down; charged
Texas – A Texas maw was already in a county jail in Texas on assauIt famiIy vioIence charges when authorities added two new feIony counts – attempted tampering with a witness and attempted tampering with evidence. Texas authorities say the new charges came after jail…
Grain truck rollover temporarily closed lanes near Broadway Bridge in Minot
North Dakota – The North Dakota Highway Patrol reported that a 2008 Kenworth truck hauling grain rolled over near the Broadway Bridge in Minot on Wednesday afternoon, spilling grain onto the westbound lanes of U.S. Highways 2 and 52. The crash occurred at approximately 2:54…
Bismarck Police report Day 1 results of Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Police Department shared the first day’s results from the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive, showing Team Law with 30 donations and Team Fire with 15. Organizers said turnout was much lower than needed and encouraged more residents to participate….
NDDOT to begin fall mowing operations along state highways in September
North Dakota – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) announced that fall mowing operations along state highways will begin in early to mid-September. The work is intended to prepare roadways for winter and help minimize drifting snow. Landowners planning to mow non-interstate ditches for…
Motorcycle crash in Bismarck sends 28-year-old rider to hospital with serious injuries
Bismarck, N.D. – The North Dakota Highway Patrol reported that a 28-year-old man from Bismarck was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash early Sunday, Aug. 31, at approximately 12:25 a.m. According to authorities, the Burleigh County Sheriff’s Office attempted to stop the rider for a…
Bismarck Police Department launches biennial citizen survey to gather community feedback
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Police Department announced the launch of its Biennial Citizen Survey, inviting residents in and around Bismarck to share their opinions on public safety and police services. The survey, open from Sept. 1 to Oct. 1, 2025, is designed to help…
