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…
Traffic shifts at I-94 Exit 161 as NDDOT prepares for permanent interchange configuration
North Dakota – The North Dakota Department of Transportation announced that on Wednesday, Nov. 26, traffic at Exit 161 will shift to a new configuration reflecting the permanent flow planned for the completed I-94 interchange, expected next year. The changes will most significantly affect travelers…
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…
Fatal rollover on US Highway 2 in Williams County claims one life
North Dakota – The North Dakota Highway Patrol reported a fatal single-vehicle crash on November 16, 2025, at approximately 7:04 a.m. on US Highway 2 at mile marker 43 in Williams County. According to authorities, a 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe, traveling westbound, entered the median and…
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…
