A judge ordered Werner Kunkel’s vacated murder conviction to take effect now, moving him to Devils Lake as the state appeal continues.
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POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT June 3, 2026
Crookston Fire Calls On Tuesday, June 2nd, at 12 p.m., the Crookston Fire Department responded to the 100th block of Sargeant Street for an alarm activation. On scene, they were met by staff, who found it had been a false alarm, reset the alarm, and cleared the scene. On Tuesday, June 2nd, at 9:30 p.m., the Crookston… Continue reading POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT June 3, 2026
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