Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Police received a report of a two-vehicle accident along Cardinal Avenue in Thief River Falls on Dec. 31. According to the report, the call came in at 3:13 p.m. What the police say happened Police said Ellie Sabourin of Thief River Falls was backing a 2013 Ford Econoline when the… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Van Backs Into Parked Jeep
Grand Forks: Man Charged In Menards Return Scam
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks man faces a felony theft charge. Court records describe an alleged false return at Menards. Court documents name the defendant as Daniel Robert Nelson, of Grand Forks. Records say the incident happened on November 18, 2025, at the Menards store in Grand Forks. What court records allege Investigators… Continue reading Grand Forks: Man Charged In Menards Return Scam
Spirit Lake Nation: Juvenile Held in JC Davis Death
SPIRIT LAKE NATION, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A juvenile suspect is in custody after a homicide on the Spirit Lake Reservation, according to the Spirit Lake Tribal Council. The council identified the victim as Jesse Clark Davis. Family and community members knew him as JC. The Spirit Lake Tribal Council said the homicide occurred on Sunday,… Continue reading Spirit Lake Nation: Juvenile Held in JC Davis Death
Fargo: Landfill Search Deepens Wengel Missing Case
FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — Police and state agents continued searching the Fargo landfill on Sunday as the hunt continues for missing West Fargo woman Isadora Wengel. Fargo Police say the case includes evidence linked to the 4400 block of Calico Drive South. West Fargo Police say Wengel, 24, was last seen in the early morning… Continue reading Fargo: Landfill Search Deepens Wengel Missing Case
Belcourt: Mendez-Morales Held in Hotel Murder Case
BELCOURT, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A man is being held in connection with a weekend death inside a casino hotel room in Belcourt. The Rolette County Sheriff’s Office confirmed to TRF News that Rigoberto Mendez-Morales is being held on a murder charge. The sheriff’s office also confirmed the FBI is investigating. Officials have not released the… Continue reading Belcourt: Mendez-Morales Held in Hotel Murder Case
Grand Forks County: Crews Fight House Fire
GRAND FORKS COUNTY, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) Several fire departments responded to a house fire north of Grand Forks on Saturday evening. The fire was reported around 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026. The location was on 79th Avenue North, off North Washington Street. Photos shared from the Manvel area show heavy damage to the home.… Continue reading Grand Forks County: Crews Fight House Fire
Spirit Lake Nation: Homicide Probe, FBI Assisting
SPIRIT LAKE RESERVATION, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A murder investigation is underway at Spirit Lake Nation. Tribal public relations specialist Vicki Alberts confirmed a homicide on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026. Alberts said local law enforcement and the FBI are on scene. She said investigators are actively working the case. What officials are saying Alberts said details… Continue reading Spirit Lake Nation: Homicide Probe, FBI Assisting
Spirit Lake Nation: Murder Probe Underway
SPIRIT LAKE NATION, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A murder investigation is underway at Spirit Lake Nation in North Dakota. Early reports indicate an adult male is dead. Officials have not released the victim’s name. Officials also have not released a suspect description. This is a developing story. Limited Details Released So far, tribal officials have shared… Continue reading Spirit Lake Nation: Murder Probe Underway
West Fargo: Akuot Akon Charged After 911 Call
WEST FARGO, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) — A West Fargo woman is facing charges tied to allegations involving her mother. Akuot Akon, of West Fargo, is charged with felony interference with a telephone during an emergency call. She is also charged with misdemeanor false information to law enforcement. What Court Documents Allege According to court documents, police… Continue reading West Fargo: Akuot Akon Charged After 911 Call
Fergus Falls: Gronseth Charged in Jail Kiosk Damage
FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fergus Falls man is facing a felony charge after damage was reported inside the Otter Tail County jail. Adam R. Gronseth, of Fergus Falls, is charged with felony criminal damage to property. The charge is based on a statement of probable cause filed in court. Damage Reported At County… Continue reading Fergus Falls: Gronseth Charged in Jail Kiosk Damage