Bemidji, Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Bemidji High School English teacher is on paid leave. The district is weighing possible termination. Bemidji Area Schools placed teacher Gina Bernard on a two-week paid leave. The action followed complaints about a story used in class. The story reportedly contained graphic sexual language. What happened in class Bernard… Continue reading Bemidji Teacher on Leave After Graphic Class Story
Man Accused of Buying Gun in Sioux Falls After Seizure
Martin County (trfnews.i234.me) — Joseph Daniel Harberts, 30, of Trimont, Minnesota, is charged with a felony count. The charge is listed as Terroristic Threats—Reckless Disregard Risk under Minn. Stat. § 609.713. What authorities allege According to the criminal complaint, deputies served an Extreme Risk Protection Order on January 23, 2026. Deputies also served a search… Continue reading Man Accused of Buying Gun in Sioux Falls After Seizure
Fargo House Fire Sends 2 to Hospital, Kills 4 Cats
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) A late-night house fire in Fargo sent two residents to a hospital. Fargo Fire crews were called at 10:55 p.m. Monday, February 2, 2026. The call came from 1342 15th Street South. The home is a single-family house. What firefighters found Crews arrived and saw heavy fire on the first floor.… Continue reading Fargo House Fire Sends 2 to Hospital, Kills 4 Cats
Fargo: Raging House Fire Engulfs 15th St Home
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A raging house fire broke out Monday night in Fargo. The fire was reported on Monday, February 2, 2026. It happened in the 1300 block of 15th Street South. The home sits near 13th Avenue South and University Drive South. Early reports listed the address near 1338 15th Street South.… Continue reading Fargo: Raging House Fire Engulfs 15th St Home
Fargo: 3-Vehicle Crash Reported on I-29 Monday Night
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A three-vehicle crash was reported Monday evening on Interstate 29. The scene was described as about five miles south of Fargo. Early reports said there may be injuries. Officials had not confirmed the severity as of the first update. What we know so far The crash was reported as involving… Continue reading Fargo: 3-Vehicle Crash Reported on I-29 Monday Night
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT February 3, 2026
Meth, Cocaine Found Near Infants Allegedly Called “Birthday Gift”
Hancock, Stevens County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Hancock woman faces felony and drug charges. Investigators say a search found suspected drugs near two infants. Judy Ann Birr, 38, of Hancock, is charged with one felony count. She also faces two gross misdemeanor counts. Felony: Store meth paraphernalia in a child’s home (152.137.2(a)(4)). Gross misdemeanor: 5th-degree possession… Continue reading Meth, Cocaine Found Near Infants Allegedly Called “Birthday Gift”
Woman Accused of Wielding 12-Inch Steak Knife, Hitting Officer’s Eye
Buffalo, Wright County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Buffalo woman faces charges after an alleged knife threat and a struggle with police. Lisa Louise Aho, 44, of Buffalo, is charged with four counts in Wright County court. The charges follow a reported domestic dispute on January 16, 2026. What the police say happened According to the criminal… Continue reading Woman Accused of Wielding 12-Inch Steak Knife, Hitting Officer’s Eye
Inmate Overdoses After Drinking ‘Fentanyl Cocktails’ Mixed in Hot Chocolate and Kool-Aid
Wright County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 20-year-old Monticello woman is charged. The case follows an overdose at the Wright County Jail. Kara Nicole Babcock is charged with a felony. The charge is fifth-degree drug possession under Minnesota Statute 152.025, subdivision 2(a)(1). The complaint lists possession of Schedule I–IV drugs, or residue and paraphernalia. Court papers say… Continue reading Inmate Overdoses After Drinking ‘Fentanyl Cocktails’ Mixed in Hot Chocolate and Kool-Aid
Valley City Man Charged After Garage Gun Threat
Valley City, Barnes County (trfnews.i234.me) — Court documents say Jimmy Ernest Case of Valley City now faces three felony charges. What Court Records Allege Records say the report involves a woman who had a restraining order against him. The alleged incident happened on January 16, according to court records. Court filings say Case went into… Continue reading Valley City Man Charged After Garage Gun Threat