Joan “Joni” Jones, a beloved homemaker known for her outspoken nature and sharp sense of humor, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026, at Oakland Park Nursing Home in Thief River Falls. Joni was born on May 11, 1940, to Arlos and Margaret (O’Hara) Amundson. On December 1, 1956, Joni was united in marriage to… Continue reading Joan “Joni” Jones, 86
Randall Mortensen, 62
Randall Mortensen, born January 14, 1964, passed away peacefully at home on May 30, 2026. A man of unwavering dedication and a kind spirit, Randy’s life was marked by his commitment to family, community, and craft. A proud graduate of Delano High School in 1982, Randy’s career journey included skilled work in cabinet-making at the… Continue reading Randall Mortensen, 62
Ron Holmstrom, 82
Ron Holmstrom, 82, of Thief River Falls, MN passed away peacefully on May 28, 2026 at Heather’s Hospice House in Fargo, ND. Shirley Johnson, 87, of Thief River Falls, MN passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026 at Oakland Park in Thief River Falls, MN. A gathering time for friends and family celebrating the life… Continue reading Ron Holmstrom, 82
Sherman DuRose, 72
Sherman DuRose, a man known for his warmth, humor, and dedication to family and friends, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2026, at the Kittson County Health Care in Hallock, Minnesota. Born on July 6, 1953, in Buffalo, Minnesota, Sherman lived a life marked by hard work, compassion, and a deep connection to those around… Continue reading Sherman DuRose, 72
Palermo Crash Kills New Town Man
A New Town man died in a two-vehicle crash near Palermo after a GMC Sierra failed to yield on wet roads, according to state officials.
Becker County Man Booked In Domestic Case
Casey Albert Murray, 38, was booked June 2 in Becker County Jail on a misdemeanor domestic assault charge, according to booking records.
Becker County DWI Booking Lists 7 Counts
Angelina Rose Heyer, 41, was booked June 2 in Becker County Jail on DWI, drug, license, insurance, and windshield-related counts, records say.
Becker County Man Booked In Domestic Case
Adam Steven Gotchie, 26, was booked June 2 in Becker County Jail on domestic assault, vehicle tampering, and no-contact order charges.
Bemidji DWI Charge: Woman Found Asleep In SUV
A Red Lake woman faces a gross misdemeanor DWI charge after a Bemidji traffic stop, according to a Beltrami County court complaint.
Becker County Man Booked On Drug Charge
Darren Joseph Cobenais, 35, was booked June 2 in Becker County Jail on a fifth-degree drug possession charge, according to jail records.
Polk County: Peterson Booked In Assault Case
Jesse Aaron Peterson was booked in Polk County Jail on a felony fourth-degree assault charge tied to a secure treatment facility allegation.
Polk County: Hoff Booked On Meth Possession Charge
Hunter Dean Hoff was booked into Polk County Jail on a felony third-degree drug possession charge tied to methamphetamine in a protected zone.
Polk County: Hawpetoss Booked On Obstruction Count
Everett Anthony Hawpetoss was booked into Polk County Jail on a misdemeanor obstruction charge tied to alleged interference with a peace officer.
Polk County Woman Booked On Obstruction Charge
Erica Nicole Brown was booked into Polk County Jail on a misdemeanor charge alleging obstruction of legal process involving a peace officer.
Polk County Man Booked In Protection Order Case
Ryan Oliver Aune was booked in Polk County Jail on a gross misdemeanor charge tied to an alleged order for protection violation in Minnesota.
Polk County Man Booked In Meth Sale Case
Kaleb Lee Armstrong was booked in Polk County Jail on a second-degree meth sale charge tied to a protected zone under Minnesota law.
Beltrami County: Ari Mason Booked In DWI Case
Ari Mason was booked into Beltrami County Jail on June 2, 2026, on DWI, child neglect, false-name, and revoked-license charges.
Beltrami County: Kimberly Bachman Jail Booking
Kimberly Bachman was booked into Beltrami County Jail on June 2, 2026, on a gross misdemeanor financial exploitation charge.
Beltrami County Jail: Justin Johnson Drug Charge
Justin Johnson was booked into the Beltrami County Jail on June 2, 2026, on a third-degree drug possession charge, according to jail records.
Beltrami County Booking: Cody Lafriniere
Cody Lafriniere was booked into the Beltrami County Jail on June 2, 2026, in an administrative District Court case.
Roseau County: Man Booked On DWI, Drug Charges
A 49-year-old Roseau County man was booked after State Patrol records listed felony drug possession and misdemeanor DWI charges.
Detroit Lakes Man Charged In Menards Wire Theft
A Pelican Rapids man is charged in Becker County after two alleged copper wire thefts at Menards in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota.
Pennington County Man Held In DWI Case
Jacob Kreckow was booked into Pennington County Jail on DWI charges, including fourth-degree DWI and alcohol concentration allegations.
Pennington County Driver Held On Traffic Counts
Michael Mortenson was booked into Pennington County Jail on uninsured vehicle and driving after revocation charges in District Court.
Pennington County: Man Held In Assault Case
Thomas Williams was booked into Pennington County Jail on a felony domestic assault charge. The case is listed in District Court.
Pennington County: Woman Held In Fleeing Case
Jennifer Vanlith was booked into Pennington County Jail on a fleeing charge. Court records list the case in District Court.
Mahnomen Pursuit Leads To Felony Charge
Ryan Daniel Melby faces felony fleeing and traffic charges after a Highway 59 pursuit near Mahnomen, according to a criminal complaint.
Thief River Falls DWI Suspect Accused Of Fleeing
Ronald Golden James Hoiland faces felony fleeing and DWI charges after a Thief River Falls traffic stop, according to court records.
Fertile Stop Leads To Interlock Charge
A Thief River Falls woman faces a gross misdemeanor charge after a Fertile school zone stop led to an ignition interlock allegation.
Bemidji Teen Charged In Trailer Park Shooting
A Bemidji teen faces felony assault charges after a Beltrami County shooting left one victim with life-threatening injuries.
Detroit Lakes Driver Charged In Interlock Case
Phoenix Badboy faces a gross misdemeanor charge in Detroit Lakes after a traffic stop found no ignition interlock device, court records say.
White Earth Woman Charged In Becker County DWI
A White Earth woman faces a gross misdemeanor DWI charge in Becker County after a May 12 arrest and reported .13 breath test, court records say.
Karlstad Dollar General Counterfeit Case Filed
A Michigan man is charged in Kittson County after counterfeit bills were allegedly used at Karlstad Dollar General for a card reload.
Goodridge Man Charged In 0.17 DWI Case
Larry Joseph Hruby of Goodridge faces DWI and license charges after a Pennington County crash scene stop, court records allege.
Bemidji Man Charged In Knife Assault Case
Kyle Brennan Little faces two felony assault charges after a Bemidji knife incident, according to a Beltrami County court complaint filed in 2026.
Goodridge Woman Charged In Meth DWI Case
East Grand Forks court case charges Goodridge woman with felony meth possession near park and school zones and misdemeanor drug DWI.
Bemidji Man Charged In Walmart Burglary Case
Bemidji man Jonathon Tyler Cloud faces a gross misdemeanor burglary charge after an alleged Walmart incident in Beltrami County.
Frazee Man Charged After Truck Found In Lane
A Frazee man faces gross misdemeanor DWI charges after a truck was found stopped in a Becker County driving lane, court records say.
Detroit Lakes Man Charged In CSAM Case
Detroit Lakes man Isaiah Bjornlie faces five felony counts in Becker County tied to alleged child sexual abuse material possession.
Polk County Booking: Sean Weber Jailed
Sean Raymond Weber was recently booked in Polk County Jail on a felony probation violation, according to jail booking information.
Polk County DWI Case: Michael Johnson Booked
Michael Armin Johnson was booked in Polk County Jail on a first-degree DWI charge under Minnesota law, according to jail booking details.
Polk County Man Booked In Strangulation Case
Desman Richard Hartman was booked in Polk County Jail on a felony domestic assault by strangulation charge, according to jail records.
Polk County DWI Case: Ronald Hamren Booked
Ronald Alan Hamren was booked in Polk County Jail on a first-degree DWI charge under Minnesota law, according to recent jail booking details.
Polk County DUI Case: Katrina Erickson Booked
Katrina Nichole Erickson was booked in Polk County Jail on a Minnesota DWI charge alleging driving under the influence of a controlled substance.
Polk County DUI Case: Jamie Brown Booked
Jamie Michael Brown was recently booked in Polk County Jail on a Minnesota DWI charge tied to alleged 0.08 alcohol concentration.
Crookston Man Charged In Walmart Theft Case
Crookston man Isaac Lopez faces a gross misdemeanor theft charge after Walmart incidents totaling $984.21, according to a Polk County complaint.
Becker County: Raul Salinas Booked On Theft Charge
Becker County Jail records show Raul Mario Salinas, 47, booked June 1, 2026, on a Minnesota theft charge involving movable property.
Becker County: Adam Gotchie Booked In Burglary Case
Becker County Jail booking records list Adam Steven Gotchie, 26, on burglary, vehicle tampering, DANCO and restraining order offenses.
Bemidji Jail: Nikki Fineday Held On DWI Charge
Nikki Fineday is listed in Beltrami County Jail after a June 1 booking on a gross misdemeanor DWI drug-related allegation in District Court.
Bemidji Jail: Derek Hunt Held On DWI, Theft Counts
Derek Hunt is listed in Beltrami County Jail after a June 1 booking on theft and DWI-related allegations in District Court.
Bemidji Jail: Aaron Evenson Held On Assault Count
Aaron Evenson is listed in Beltrami County Jail after a June 1 booking on a misdemeanor domestic assault allegation in District Court.
Bemidji Jail: Christina Beaulieu Held On Drug Charge
Christina Beaulieu is listed in Beltrami County Jail after a June 1 booking on a felony fifth-degree drug possession allegation in District Court.
Bemidji Jail: Ryan Novak-Hoff Held On CSC Charge
Ryan Novak-Hoff is listed in Beltrami County Jail after a June 1 booking on a felony second-degree criminal sexual conduct allegation.
Bemidji Jail: Woman Faces Felony Assault Count
Jessica McLean is listed in Beltrami County Jail after a June 1 booking on felony assault and disorderly conduct allegations in Bemidji.
Bemidji Jail: Woman Held On Drug, DWI Counts
Fannie Howard-Johnson is held in Beltrami County Jail on felony drug and DWI refusal allegations, with cash bail listed at $3,000.
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT June 2, 2026
The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston has reported the arrest of the following: Michael Armin Johnson, 40, of Grand Forks, ND, for first-degree DUI Jamie Michael Brown, 20, of Crookston, for DUI Brenda Lynn Syverson, 40, of Emerado, ND, for disorderly conduct Derek Russell Sorenson, 21, of Fertile, for fourth-degree DUI
Fosston Man Charged In Sex Assault Case
Harvey Rodger Mugaas of Fosston faces felony indecent exposure and fifth-degree criminal sexual conduct charges in Polk County court.
Warroad Woman Booked In Protection Order Case
Carolyn R. Hawk, 36, was booked in Roseau County Jail after Warroad Police reported a protection order violation.
Waubun Snapchat Threat Case Leads To Felony Charge
A Naytahwaush man faces a felony threats charge after alleged Snapchat messages in rural Waubun, according to Mahnomen County court records.
Frazee Man Sentenced In Knife Assault Case
James Allen Damon, 39, of Frazee, was sentenced in Becker County after a knife-related dispute led to two misdemeanor assault convictions.
Bemidji Man Charged In Drug DWI Case
Frank Wakonabo of Bemidji faces felony drug possession and DWI charges after police say meth was found during an April stop in Beltrami County.
Detroit Lakes Woman Charged In Bus Stop Arm Case
Detroit Lakes woman Elizabeth Wallner faces a gross misdemeanor after allegedly passing a stopped school bus with a child nearby.
Red Lake County Calls Include DUI, Assault Arrests
Red Lake County deputies handled DUI, domestic assault, theft, noise, shoplifting, and loose dog reports from May 22 through May 28.
Zimmerman Kidnapping Suspect Faces Federal Charges
Federal officials say Joseph Andrew Bragg faces new charges after a Zimmerman girl was found in Albert Lea following an Amber Alert.
Menahga Assault Case Ends With Jail, Probation
A Detroit Lakes man was sentenced in Becker County after a Menahga domestic assault case involving strangulation, jail time, and probation.
Clearwater County: Jesse Klicker Booked On Drug Charges
Jesse Klicker, 32, was booked into Clearwater County Jail on two fifth-degree drug possession charges after a May 29 arrest.
Clearwater County: Jay Gray Booked On DWI Charges
Jay Gray, 63, was booked into Clearwater County Jail on DWI refusal, drug possession, and traffic charges after a May 29 incident.
Bemidji: Vanessa Adams Booked On DWI Charges
Vanessa Adams was booked into Beltrami County Jail on May 29, 2026, on DWI-related and driving after cancellation charges in District Court.
Beltrami County Jail Books Joseph Lajeunesse
Joseph Lajeunesse was booked into Beltrami County Jail on May 29, 2026, on burglary, theft, drug, trespass, and warrant entries.
Beltrami County Books Melissa Kingbird
Melissa Kingbird was booked into Beltrami County Jail on May 29, 2026, on a gross misdemeanor DWI charge involving alcohol in District Court.
Beltrami County Jail Books Sunni Robinson
Sunni Robinson was booked into Beltrami County Jail on May 29, 2026, on a gross misdemeanor child endangerment charge.
Beltrami County Jail Books Timothy Smith
Timothy Smith was booked into Beltrami County Jail on May 29, 2026, on a first-degree DWI charge listed in District Court records.
Beltrami County Jail Books Robert Langford
Robert Langford was booked into Beltrami County Jail on May 29, 2026, on a gross misdemeanor driving after cancellation charge.
HAGEN, JAMES ALFRED Sex Offender
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HARRIS, DALE MARLIN Sex Offender
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MORA MENDOZA, YECCI GUSTAVO Sex Offender
Offender Profile Track Offender Offender Primary Information Name: MORA MENDOZA, YECCI GUSTAVO Aliases: DOE, JOHN MORA, YECCI GUSTAVO MORA MENDOZA, YECCI G MORAMENDOZA, YECCI GUSTAVO Birthdate: 1981 Sex: MALE Race: WHITE Height: 5′ 9″ Weight: 175 LBS Eye Color: BROWN Hair Color: BLACK Skin: Registration Expiration: Risk Level: UNDETERMINED Registration Status: INCARCERATED Ethnicity: UNDETERMINED Scars,… Continue reading MORA MENDOZA, YECCI GUSTAVO
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WILKE, MATTHEW DEAN Sex Offender
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GERMAN, MASON SCOTT Sex Offender
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CHREST, REID LAVERN Sex Offender
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POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT June 1, 2026
The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston has reported the arrest of the following: Bree Lynn Olson, 22, of Crookston, for second-degree DUI with two or more aggravating factors Joseph Donald Eaton, 60, of Fort Smith, AR, for second-degree DUI/refuse to submit to chemical test Ronald Alan Hamren, 69, of Grand Forks, MN, for first-degree… Continue reading POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT June 1, 2026
Beltrami County Jail Books Martin Loos
Martin Loos was booked into Beltrami County Jail on May 29, 2026, on obstructing legal process and trespass charges.
CUFFE, MICHAEL JAY Sex Offender
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CHEAUMA, JORDAN KEM Sex Offender
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WOOTEN, MARSHAWN HOWARD Sex Offender
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FREDERICK, AADEN DARYL Sex Offender
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FULK, CRAIG HOWARD Sex Offender
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Detroit Lakes Man Booked In DWI Case
Javier Castillo, 35, was booked into Becker County Jail in Detroit Lakes on DWI-related allegations listed May 31, 2026.
Beltrami County: Beaulieu Booked In OFP Case
David Beaulieu was booked in Beltrami County on an alleged order for protection violation, with District Court listed in jail records.
Beltrami County: Gonzalez-Rivera Faces DWI Counts
Joseph Gonzalez-Rivera was booked into Beltrami County Jail on DWI-related charges, including third-degree DWI and no proof of insurance.
Beltrami County Jail Books Nicholas Rosebear
Nicholas Rosebear was booked into Beltrami County Jail on May 29, 2026, on theft, false name, drug possession, and warrant charges.
Beltrami County Jail Books Jess Supan
Jess Supan was booked into Beltrami County Jail on May 29, 2026, on gross misdemeanor traffic and dishonored check charges.
Polk County Woman Booked In Assault Case
Chantel Marie King was booked into Polk County Jail on a gross misdemeanor fourth-degree assault charge involving a reserve officer on duty.
Polk County Man Booked In Second-Degree DWI Case
Kurtis Glen Parson was booked in Polk County on a second-degree DWI charge with two or more aggravating factors, according to jail records.
Polk County Man Booked For Failure To Appear
Siid Mohamud Mohamed was booked in Polk County on a failure to appear count tied to a gross misdemeanor or misdemeanor case, records show.
Polk County Man Booked On Alcohol DWI Charge
Terriss Aldric Lafferty was booked in Polk County on a gross misdemeanor DWI charge after an alleged alcohol-related traffic offense.
Polk County Man Booked In Narcotic Sale Case
Timothy Garret Jenson was booked in Polk County on a felony third-degree narcotic sale charge, according to recent jail records.
Beltrami County: Alexis Romo Held In DWI Case
Alexis Romo is listed in Beltrami County Jail after a May 28 custody date on a misdemeanor DWI drug-related charge, records show.
Polk County Man Booked In DWI Refusal Case
Joseph Donald Eaton was booked in Polk County on a second-degree DWI refusal charge after an alleged refusal to submit to chemical testing.
Greenbush Woman Found Alive After Forest Search
Cheryl Lynn Johnson of Greenbush was found alive Monday after an eight-hour search in Beltrami Island State Forest near Winner Silo.
Beltrami County: Maleeah Guthrie Held in Threat Case
Maleeah Guthrie is listed in Beltrami County Jail after a May 28 custody date on a felony threats of violence charge, records show.