SAFETY
Legislative notebook: Legislature approves freezing college tuitions
By Danielle Killey and Don Davis A bill funding Minnesota State Colleges and Universities and the University of Minnesota systems freezes tuitions. Senators passed the bill 44-22 and the House 76-56 ...
Posted on 5/17/13 at 8:45 PM
The train always wins...
A couple of weeks ago I saw a young man in his vehicle hurry to beat the train that crosses 18th Street North at 12th Avenue North. The train wasn't moving too quickly, but it still was plenty dangero...
Posted on 5/14/13 at 9:51 PM
Please, be safe out there
May is almost here, and the month will be crazy-busy for area agriculturalists. The late spring has delayed planted, so farmers and others involved in ag will face extra pressure this planting season....
Posted on 4/30/13 at 9:16 AM
Navigating Challenges
A deeper connection can also uncover new challenges. When you and your mentee are comfortable and connected, and things seem to be going well, it is common for challenges to arise. For example, your m...
Posted on 2/7/13 at 11:00 AM
Help your teen stay safe on facebook
Have you seen yet another story in the news about an adult using a computer to lure a minor? This story was published on www.grandforksherald.com recently. "Grand Forks Police have arrested a paraed...
Posted on 1/9/13 at 5:09 PM
FBI shares shooting response tips with Minnesota cops 
The FBI is talking with state and local law officers about lessons it has learned in active shooting situations around the country — with the goal of helping first responders be ready for anything.
By Amy Forliti , April 24, 2013
Inspections conclude Stanley, N.D.'s city hall unhealthy 
Inspections of Stanley's City Hall have concluded that the century-old building sits on gasoline-contaminated soil, contains black mold, asbestos and lead paint, and has a bad ventilation system.
By Associated Press , April 19, 2013
Resident found in filth in Minnesota assisted-living facility
State health officials say a vulnerable adult is recovering from neglect after he was found in filthy conditions at an assisted-living facility in Chisholm.By Associated Press , April 18, 2013
Stearns County tests new lifesaving device 
A simple device that looks a bit like a Frisbee could be saving the lives of potential drowning victims in Stearns County this summer.
By Associated Press , April 15, 2013
Care home worker's idea saves seniors 
By Tesla Rodriquez , April 13, 2013
NRA study suggests trained, armed school staffers 
By Alan Fram , April 02, 2013
Maxed out, Grand Forks homeless shelters say new one needed 
By Brandi Jewett , March 31, 2013
Prison chief's death highlights safety concerns 
The newest warden was sworn in Friday to oversee South Carolina's Lee Correctional Institution, a prison described by Gov. Nikki Haley as a dangerous place "housing the worst of the worst of our convicts."
By Don Thompson and Rebecca Boone , March 24, 2013
White Earth 1st to team up with US prosecutors 
An American Indian tribe in northern Minnesota will become the first in the country to team up with federal prosecutors under a law designed to improve public safety on reservations, the U.S. Department of Justice announced Friday.
By Amy Forliti , March 15, 2013
On way to spring, roads are slick in northern Red River Valley
By Herald Staff Report , March 12, 2013
Polk County to test alert system 
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said it will test the county’s new CodeRED emergency alert system on Monday, and residents who have registered can expect notices on their landline or cell phones.
By Herald Staff Report , March 12, 2013
Bill directs MnDOT on disposal of 35W bridge parts 
Minnesota transportation officials would have to follow specific instructions from state lawmakers when disposing of parts from the collapsed Interstate 35W bridge, under a bill introduced Monday.
By Associated Press , March 11, 2013
SOCIAL SECURITY Q&A: Shouting into the wind 
By Howard Kossover , March 08, 2013
Albert Lea gun shop to surrender firearms license 
A longtime firearms supplier in Albert Lea plans to surrender its federal firearms license.
By Associated Press , February 27, 2013
Altru in Grand Forks to teach seniors to avoid falls
A fall prevention program for seniors 65 and older starts Friday at Altru Health System in Grand Forks.By Herald Staff Report , February 27, 2013
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