Moorhead, Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Moorhead man is facing a felony theft charge. The allegation involves a reported theft at Runnings in Moorhead. Charge and allegation Court documents dated Jan. 24, 2026, identify Loren J. Smith of Moorhead. The documents list a felony theft charge. The complaint says surveillance video captured the incident. It… Continue reading Moorhead: Man Charged After Runnings Theft
Ogema Man Charged in Two Child Sex Conduct Counts
Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — Court records show an Ogema man has been charged with two counts tied to a child victim. James Richard Uran, of Ogema, is charged with two counts of criminal sexual conduct involving a victim under 13. The charges are listed in Becker County District Court, according to court documents. What court… Continue reading Ogema Man Charged in Two Child Sex Conduct Counts
Grand Forks Man Charged in Meth Trafficking
Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) Daniel H. Bailey of Grand Forks faces felony drug charges. Court records describe a January 28 search at a south Grand Forks apartment. Investigators say they found about 130 grams of meth. Documents say the Grand Forks Narcotics Task Force served a judge-signed search warrant. The search happened at 812 4th… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Charged in Meth Trafficking
Watford City: Goats Feared Dead in Overnight Building Fire
McKenzie County (trfnews.i234.me) Fire crews were dispatched early Friday. The call reported a building on fire south of Watford City. Radio traffic described the call as a “structure fire” near the 2600 block of 22nd Street Northwest. Dispatch also warned animals could be inside. The report mentioned goats. What we know so far Dispatch tones… Continue reading Watford City: Goats Feared Dead in Overnight Building Fire
West Fargo: Fargo Man Accused in Bat Assault
West Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — Police arrested a Fargo man after a reported assault. Police say a woman was attacked more than once. Brodrick Jenkins faces a charge of aggravated assault with a dangerous weapon. He also faces a domestic violence charge. Court papers say the reported assault happened on November 9, 2025. What… Continue reading West Fargo: Fargo Man Accused in Bat Assault
Chisholm rollover injures driver on Hwy 169
CHISHOLM, St. Louis County (trfnews.i234.me) — A driver was hurt in a rollover on Highway 169 in Chisholm. The crash happened at Highway 169 and Discovery Drive. It happened at about 8:46 a.m. on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Troopers reported snow and ice on the roadway. What happened Minnesota State Patrol reports a 2004 Ford… Continue reading Chisholm rollover injures driver on Hwy 169
Moorhead Murder Trial Set for James Kollie Jr.
Moorhead, Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — A jury trial is set this fall for a Moorhead man. Prosecutors say he stabbed his mother to death. James Kollie Jr., 28, is charged with first-degree premeditated murder and second-degree murder. The case involves the death of his mother, 56-year-old Receia Kollie. Court filings say Receia Kollie was found… Continue reading Moorhead Murder Trial Set for James Kollie Jr.
Fargo Fight: Moorhead Woman Charged With Assault
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Moorhead woman is accused of attacking two women during a fight in Fargo. Court documents say Zyria McDade, of Moorhead, is now facing criminal charges. Moorhead sits across the Red River from Fargo. The case stems from a disturbance call on January 26. Police say officers arrived and spoke… Continue reading Fargo Fight: Moorhead Woman Charged With Assault
Hampden: Woman, Dog Escape House Fire Unhurt
Hampden, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) A Wednesday night fire destroyed a home and garage in Hampden. What happened A neighbor told TRF News the buildings were a total loss. The neighbor said the flames spread fast. A woman and her dog got out safely. No injuries were reported. A TRF News viewer shared a photo from… Continue reading Hampden: Woman, Dog Escape House Fire Unhurt
Thief River Falls: 100 Years of Headlines 1/28/26
Thief River Falls, Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — A quick look back shows how life changed here. These archive notes span 1926 to 2016. They capture school pride, farm worries, and civic work. They also show how travel and arts grew across the region. 1926: Co-op leadership and farm health F.T. Satre was elected president of… Continue reading Thief River Falls: 100 Years of Headlines 1/28/26
Monticello: Unbelted Driver Hurt in I-94 Crash
Wright County (trfnews.i234.me) A Big Lake man was hurt in a single-vehicle crash in Monticello. The crash happened on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. Troopers logged the call at about 2:02 a.m. What happened The Minnesota State Patrol said a Nissan Altima was traveling west on Interstate 94. The crash occurred near mile marker 194 in… Continue reading Monticello: Unbelted Driver Hurt in I-94 Crash
Thief River Falls Truck Fire Damages Garage Siding
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) Fire destroyed a truck and damaged a nearby garage Saturday morning in Thief River Falls. The Thief River Falls Fire Department responded to a report of a vehicle fire outside 129 Willow Rd. The call came in at 9:41 a.m. on Saturday. Officials said a 2006 Ford F-150 caught fire while… Continue reading Thief River Falls Truck Fire Damages Garage Siding
Thief River Falls: DWI, Felony Drug Case Stayed
Thief River Falls, Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — A new court bulletin lists several local cases. It includes a stayed felony drug file tied to a DWI sentence. The cases come from the latest Pennington County Citation Disposition Bulletin. TRF News pays for copies of this public record. If you see this report posted elsewhere, it… Continue reading Thief River Falls: DWI, Felony Drug Case Stayed
Thief River Falls: Pickup Backs Into Parked SUV
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Police received a report of a two-vehicle crash in Thief River Falls. The crash happened in a parking lot at Greenwood Crossing. The report came in at about 5 p.m. on Jan. 22. Police said there were no known injuries. What happened Police said Kelly Fenno was backing out of a… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Pickup Backs Into Parked SUV
Thief River Falls: Arrest at Park West Apts
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Police responded at 3:28 a.m. on Jan. 18 to a disturbance report. The call came from Park West Apartments at 1303 First St. W. Police said the report involved loud and unusual behavior inside an apartment. Bryan McCauley Gregory, 32, of Thief River Falls, was cited for two offenses. Police… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Arrest at Park West Apts
Warren Twp: Hwy 14 Rollover Hurts 16-Year-Old
Winona County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 16-year-old passenger was hurt after a rollover crash in Warren Township. The crash happened on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026. The call time was about 7:10 a.m. What happened A 2006 Ford Fusion was traveling east on Highway 14, near milepost 246. The vehicle left the roadway and rolled, according to… Continue reading Warren Twp: Hwy 14 Rollover Hurts 16-Year-Old
Bridgewater Twp crash injures two on Hwy 19
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP, Rice County (trfnews.i234.me) — Two drivers were injured in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 19 in Bridgewater Township. The crash happened on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. The time was about 8:56 a.m. The location was Highway 19 near milepost 173. The road was listed as snow and ice. What happened The Minnesota State… Continue reading Bridgewater Twp crash injures two on Hwy 19
Thief River Falls Crash: Icy Slide on Hwy 59
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on January 16 at 3:40 p.m. Officers were sent to the intersection of Highway 59 and First Street in Thief River Falls. Investigators said icy pavement played a role in the crash. No injuries were reported. What happened Zander Olson, of Thief River Falls,… Continue reading Thief River Falls Crash: Icy Slide on Hwy 59
Thief River Falls: Backing Vehicles Collide
Thief River Falls, Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) Police reported a two-vehicle crash in a busy parking lot in Thief River Falls. The call came in on January 14 at 1:59 p.m. Officers responded to the lot serving a strip mall with The Hive and Marco. Crash details Police said both drivers were backing up when the… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Backing Vehicles Collide
Wheaton Man Dies in Early-Morning House Fire
Traverse County (trfnews.i234.me) A Wheaton man has died after an early-morning house fire, authorities said. Traverse County law enforcement received a 911 call at about 3:55 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. The caller reported a house fire in Wheaton. Fire crews and other first responders went to 1307 Broadway Avenue. Officials said they found the… Continue reading Wheaton Man Dies in Early-Morning House Fire
Thief River Falls man faces two felony charges
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) Michael Allen Powell faces two felony charges in Pennington County. Court records say police arrested Powell on January 26. The arrest happened at a Thief River Falls apartment. The complaint says the building is near a school. Prosecutors allege Powell had methamphetamine at the time. What the complaint says Police went… Continue reading Thief River Falls man faces two felony charges
Hampden, ND House Fire Reported Wednesday Night
Hampden, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) A house fire was reported Wednesday night in Hampden, North Dakota. Hampden is in Ramsey County, in the Devils Lake region. A TRF News viewer shared a photo from the scene. The image appears to show a home fully engulfed in flames. What we know so far As of publication, officials… Continue reading Hampden, ND House Fire Reported Wednesday Night
Cass Lake Motel Fire Engulfs Unit; Probe Ongoing
Cass Lake, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A fire damaged part of the Whispering Pines Motel in Cass Lake on Tuesday night. Responders found at least one motel unit fully engulfed in flames. Authorities reported no injuries from the incident. What happened The fire was reported at the Whispering Pines Motel in Cass Lake. Officials have… Continue reading Cass Lake Motel Fire Engulfs Unit; Probe Ongoing
Thief River Falls: Jeep-Tundra Crash at Roundabout
Thief River Falls, Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Police responded to a crash at a roundabout on Jan. 16. What happened Police received the call at 11:56 a.m. The crash happened at the roundabout at Third Street and Barzen Avenue. Police say Haley Schutz of Thief River Falls drove a Jeep Wrangler toward the circle. Police… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Jeep-Tundra Crash at Roundabout
Yucatan Twp crash injures two on Hwy 16
YUCATAN TOWNSHIP, Houston County (trfnews.i234.me) — Two drivers were hurt in a crash on Minnesota Highway 16. The crash happened near Chisholm Road. It happened on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. The time was about 6:29 AM. The road was dry. Quick facts Incident type: Injury. Vehicles involved: Two. Location: Highway 16 near Chisholm Road. Township:… Continue reading Yucatan Twp crash injures two on Hwy 16
Pennington County: Driver hits drift, tips over
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — The Pennington County Sheriff’s Office responded to a crash report Monday morning. The call came in on Jan. 19 at 7:40 a.m. The crash was reported on Center Street West in Pennington County. What deputies reported. Kaija Hoyt of Grand Forks, North Dakota, was driving when the crash happened. According to… Continue reading Pennington County: Driver hits drift, tips over
Thief River Falls: Assault Arrest at Casino Hotel
Thief River Falls, Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) A Thief River Falls man is accused of attacking his girlfriend inside a casino hotel room. Court papers name the suspect as Chad Michael Nelson, 45, of Thief River Falls. He is charged with obstructing a peace officer. He also faces two counts of domestic assault. What was reported The… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Assault Arrest at Casino Hotel
Thief River Falls: Pool fund rumors put to rest
Thief River Falls, Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — City leaders addressed long-running rumors on Tuesday. The discussion happened at the Committee of the Whole meeting on January 20, 2026. Leaders focused on a pool fund and a population rumor tied to Falls Liquor. Agendas and minutes are posted on the city website. View Thief River Falls… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Pool fund rumors put to rest
Walker: Man Accused of ATV Theft by Bad Checks
Walker, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A North Dakota man faces a felony charge in Minnesota. Paul Joseph Baumler, 62, of Casselton, North Dakota, is charged with felony theft-by-check. The charge cites Minn. Stat. 609.52, subd. 2(a)(3)(i). ATV sale tied to closed account A criminal complaint says a Walker dealer reported a bounced check on September… Continue reading Walker: Man Accused of ATV Theft by Bad Checks
Golden Valley Crash: Red Lake Woman Charged
Golden Valley (trfnews.i234.me) A Red Lake woman is charged after a two-vehicle crash, court records say. Senora May Beaulieu, 29, of Red Lake, faces gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor counts. Criminal vehicular operation causing bodily harm. (609.2113) Third-degree DWI, two counts. (169A.20) Fifth-degree controlled substance possession, three counts. (152.025) No proof of insurance. (169.791) Crash Details… Continue reading Golden Valley Crash: Red Lake Woman Charged
East Grand Forks: Man Charged With Meth in School Zone
East Grand Forks, Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Grand Forks man is charged in Minnesota. Court records list a felony drug count. Jeremy Paul Kotaska, 48, of Grand Forks, North Dakota, is charged. The count is Controlled Substance Crime in the Third Degree. The allegation is possession in a prohibited zone. What the police say… Continue reading East Grand Forks: Man Charged With Meth in School Zone
Ogema Man Faces Felony Child Sex Charges in Mahnomen
Mahnomen County (trfnews.i234.me) — A man from Ogema now faces two felony charges in district court. Prosecutors charged James Richard Uran, 47, with two counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct in the Second Degree. Court filings say the alleged victim was under 13. The alleged offenses span several months. Records list dates from September 3, 2019,… Continue reading Ogema Man Faces Felony Child Sex Charges in Mahnomen
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT January 28, 2026
Fire Report Crookston Fire Calls On Tuesday, January 27th, at 2:38 p.m., the Crookston fire department responded to a general fire alarm activation on the 1200th block of Sunflower. On scene, they investigated with the staff and found the issue was caused by a faulty alarm.
Twin Valley Man Charged After Vehicle Ramming
Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — David Gerald Kasin, 55, of Twin Valley, faces two charges after a reported assault. What happened Court records say the victim sat in a vehicle on January 22, 2026. Investigators say Kasin drove up in another car. They say he intentionally rammed the victim’s vehicle. Witnesses say Kasin then got out… Continue reading Twin Valley Man Charged After Vehicle Ramming
East Grand Forks Woman Charged With DWI on Hwy 2
Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — An East Grand Forks woman now faces two gross misdemeanor DWI charges. Court records name the driver as Jenna Marie Hunt, 41, of East Grand Forks. The charges stem from a traffic stop on U.S. Highway 2. A Minnesota State Trooper stopped Hunt after a speed check, according to the complaint.… Continue reading East Grand Forks Woman Charged With DWI on Hwy 2
West Fargo Girl Hit in Crosswalk, Taken to Hospital
West Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — A juvenile girl was hit in a crosswalk. West Fargo police said the crash happened around 5:02 PM on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. What happened Police responded to the intersection of 36th Avenue East and Veterans Boulevard. Officers found the girl had been struck while she was in the… Continue reading West Fargo Girl Hit in Crosswalk, Taken to Hospital
Devils Lake Jail Suicide Prompts Family Questions
Ramsey County, ND (trfnews.i234.me) — A 67-year-old man from St. Michael died by suicide while in custody at the Devils Lake jail, according to his family. What family members are saying Julie Sailor, the man’s ex-wife, contacted TRF News on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. She identified him as Brian Sailor. She said he was being… Continue reading Devils Lake Jail Suicide Prompts Family Questions
Park Rapids: Fatal Hwy 34 Crash Kills Driver
Hubbard County, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A driver died in a head-on crash Tuesday on Highway 34, east of Park Rapids. The crash happened at about 12:10 p.m. It was near County Road 11 and Evening Drive in Henrietta Township. What we know The Minnesota State Patrol posted a crash update Tuesday. Troopers said a 2005… Continue reading Park Rapids: Fatal Hwy 34 Crash Kills Driver
Crookston: Man Charged After Gas Station Car Theft
Crookston, Polk County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Red Lake man is charged with a gas station car theft. Keenan Klayton Konrad Beaulieu, 26, of Red Lake, is charged with felony unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. The count is listed under Minnesota Statute 609.52, subdivision 2(a)(17). What happened According to the complaint, the theft happened on… Continue reading Crookston: Man Charged After Gas Station Car Theft
Detroit Lakes Walmart Theft: 22 Trips, $759 Missing
Detroit Lakes, Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — Maisie Ann Sargent, 35, of Detroit Lakes, is charged with one count of gross misdemeanor theft. Court records list the charge as Theft—Take/Use/Transfer Movable Property—No Consent under Minnesota law. The complaint says Walmart’s loss prevention tracked 22 separate theft incidents. The incidents span about two months. The dates listed… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Walmart Theft: 22 Trips, $759 Missing
Clay County: Fargo Man Charged After Spitting on Trooper
Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man faces six charges after an arrest in Clay County. Court records say the case started with a car in a ditch. Vakaba William, 29, of Fargo, was charged in Clay County District Court. The incident happened at about 4:48 p.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2026. What happened Deputies… Continue reading Clay County: Fargo Man Charged After Spitting on Trooper
Wilton rollover injures Bemidji man on Hwy 2
ECKLES TOWNSHIP, Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Bemidji man was injured in a rollover near Wilton. The crash happened on Highway 2 at Highway 89. The location is near Wilton in Eckles Township. The time was about 1:13 p.m. Wednesday, January 21, 2026. What happened The Minnesota State Patrol reports a 2004 Ford F-250 was… Continue reading Wilton rollover injures Bemidji man on Hwy 2
Twin Valley: 65 Months in Prison for Sex Crime
Twin Valley, Norman County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Twin Valley man was sentenced to prison Friday. The case is a third-degree criminal sexual conduct conviction. Juan Carlos Garza, 57, was sentenced Jan. 23 in Norman County District Court. Court records say the case involved force or coercion. What the charge means Minnesota law defines third-degree criminal… Continue reading Twin Valley: 65 Months in Prison for Sex Crime
Moorhead: Wig Disguise Used in Laundry Room Theft
Moorhead, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — A Horace, North Dakota, man is accused of using a wig as a disguise during a laundry room theft at a Moorhead apartment building. What police allege Eric Allan Lemer, 34, of Horace, ND, is charged with theft and damage to property. Prosecutors filed one gross misdemeanor count of Damage to… Continue reading Moorhead: Wig Disguise Used in Laundry Room Theft
Ogema, Richfield Men Face Weapon Charges in Becker County
Ogema, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Two men have been charged with weapons-related crimes in Becker County District Court following an investigation into a shots-fired incident in White Earth. Shots Fired Report Leads to Investigation On December 27, 2025, law enforcement responded to a report of shots fired on the 36000 block of Loon Drive in White… Continue reading Ogema, Richfield Men Face Weapon Charges in Becker County
Bemidji Man Charged with Stalking, Burglary in Detroit Lakes
Bemidji (trfnews.i234.me) – Nathan Christopher Crouch, 42, of Bemidji, has been charged with felony stalking, second-degree burglary, and misdemeanor domestic abuse for violating a no-contact order. Accusations and Investigation According to court records, on October 8, 2025, Crouch violated an order for protection by sending a video to a woman, threatening to commit suicide by… Continue reading Bemidji Man Charged with Stalking, Burglary in Detroit Lakes
Detroit Lakes Man Faces Felony Charges for Domestic Assault
Detroit Lakes (trfnews.i234.me) – A Detroit Lakes man has been charged with two felony counts related to domestic assault and threats of violence. Samuel Joseph Renteria, 38, was arrested following a disturbance at his apartment on November 27, 2025. Incident Overview At approximately 3:30 a.m., law enforcement officers responded to a call about a disturbance.… Continue reading Detroit Lakes Man Faces Felony Charges for Domestic Assault
TRF Woman Arrested for Storing Meth in Child’s Reach
Thief River Falls, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — Jessica Lynn Maunz, a 30-year-old mother from Thief River Falls, is facing felony charges after authorities found methamphetamine paraphernalia stored within reach of her young child. Charges and Investigation Details On January 21, 2026, an officer responded to a call from a concerned relative, C.A., about a video involving… Continue reading TRF Woman Arrested for Storing Meth in Child’s Reach
TRF Woman Faces Multiple Charges After Traffic Stop
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Thief River Falls woman, Allison Lea Holter, has been charged with multiple offenses following a traffic stop on January 22, 2026. According to the State of Minnesota’s District Court for Pennington County, Holter, 32, was arrested after refusing to submit to a chemical test and allegedly possessing heroin.… Continue reading TRF Woman Faces Multiple Charges After Traffic Stop
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT January 27, 2026
The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston reported the arrest of the following- Bryan Edwin Larson, 47 of Crosby, ND, for second-degree DUI, two or more aggravating factors Crookston Fire Calls
Thief River Falls Woman Arrested for Drug Possession
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) – Tanya Marie Azatassou, a Fargo woman, was arrested on January 13, 2026, on drug possession charges after a search warrant was executed at an apartment in Thief River Falls, Pennington County, Minnesota. This arrest stems from an investigation into methamphetamine and controlled substances. Azatassou, born on November 22, 1972, was… Continue reading Thief River Falls Woman Arrested for Drug Possession
Grand Forks: Police Probe Reported Knife Assault
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) — Grand Forks police are investigating a reported assault with an edged weapon. Police shared the update at 4:35 p.m. Sunday. Police said the report began at 12:01 a.m. Sunday. A man arrived at Altru Hospital in a private vehicle. Police said he had severe cuts to his head and arm. The… Continue reading Grand Forks: Police Probe Reported Knife Assault
Bemidji Man Charged After Home Break-In, Assault
Bemidji, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A Bemidji man faces burglary and assault charges after a reported home break-in on Jan. 24. Court documents say Cody D. Friebohle entered a residence and attacked a man inside. The victim said Friebohle punched his head and face. Police noted and photographed injuries, the filing says. The suspect left before… Continue reading Bemidji Man Charged After Home Break-In, Assault
Clearwater County Man Arrested for Impaired Driving
Clearwater County (trfnews.i234.me) – Conrad Clinton Burns, 24, of Bagley, is facing charges of impaired driving after his arrest on January 17, 2026. Burns was stopped by law enforcement while they were attempting to serve a felony robbery warrant at his residence in Clearwater County. At the scene, officers discovered Burns sitting in a running… Continue reading Clearwater County Man Arrested for Impaired Driving
Ogema Woman Charged After 0.171 BAC DWI Stop
Becker County, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — A 39-year-old Ogema woman is charged with a gross misdemeanor DWI. Tiffany Ann Hoban, 39, of Ogema, faces one count of driving while impaired. The charge alleges an alcohol level of 0.08 or more. What the police say happened According to the criminal complaint, the incident happened on November 18,… Continue reading Ogema Woman Charged After 0.171 BAC DWI Stop
Mahnomen: Man Charged After Threat to Kill Officer
Mahnomen County (trfnews.i234.me) — Daniel Deegan, 64, of Mahnomen, is charged in a traffic stop case. Police say he resisted arrest. Police also say he later threatened to kill an officer. Charges filed Deegan is charged with one felony count of Threats of Violence – Reckless Disregard Risk (609.713.1). He is also charged with one… Continue reading Mahnomen: Man Charged After Threat to Kill Officer
Bemidji Man Charged in Elder Money Exploitation
Bemidji, Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — Daniel Lee Bliss, 64, of Bemidji, faces two felony charges. Charges Prosecutors charged Bliss with two counts of financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult. Felony: Alleged breach of fiduciary duty by failing to provide care, under Minnesota Statute 609.2335. Felony: Alleged use or taking of a vulnerable adult’s property for… Continue reading Bemidji Man Charged in Elder Money Exploitation
Thief River Falls: Larry Johnson Dies at 86
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Larry Douglas Johnson, 86, of Thief River Falls, died Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. He died at the Thief River Care Center. Life and education Johnson was born on March 7, 1939, in Thief River Falls. His parents were Lloyd and Emily (Jacobson) Johnson. He was baptized and confirmed at… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Larry Johnson Dies at 86
Strandquist: Janice Laura Carlson dies at 86
Strandquist, Marshall County (trfnews.i234.me) — Janice Laura (Larson) Carlson, 86, of rural Strandquist, died Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Family said she passed away peacefully. Carlson was born April 24, 1939, in Winger, Minnesota. Her parents were Edwin and Laura Larson. She grew up in Winger with her brother, Lyle Larson. The family said two infant… Continue reading Strandquist: Janice Laura Carlson dies at 86
Plummer: Mike Misson, Vietnam Vet, Dies at 76
Plummer, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Michael “Mike” Misson died Tuesday, January 20, 2026. He was 76. Family members said he died at home. Misson was born August 13, 1949, in Crookston, Minnesota. He graduated from Mentor High School in 1968. He later built a long career in construction work. Service schedule Thursday, Jan. 29: Visitation from… Continue reading Plummer: Mike Misson, Vietnam Vet, Dies at 76
Thief River Falls: Marilyn Ann Hudson Dies at 95
Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Marilyn Ann Hudson died in the early hours of Jan. 20, 2026. Her family shared the announcement this week. Early life and education Hudson was born Marilyn Ann Eastman on Dec. 22, 1930, in Willmar, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Morris and Frances (Renstrom) Eastman. She grew up in Blomkest,… Continue reading Thief River Falls: Marilyn Ann Hudson Dies at 95
Thief River Falls Welder Mike Lindholm Dies at 59
Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — Michael “Mike” Lindholm, a longtime Thief River Falls welder and business owner, died Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. Family members said he died in his hometown. They said he was surrounded by loved ones. Life and work Lindholm was born Nov. 29, 1966, in Grand Forks, North Dakota. He moved… Continue reading Thief River Falls Welder Mike Lindholm Dies at 59
POLK COUNTY ARREST/FIRE REPORT January 26, 2026
The Northwest Regional Corrections Center in Crookston reported the arrest of the following- Juan Carlos Garza, 57 of Twin Valley, for third-degree Criminal Sexual conduct Crookston Fire Calls
Frazee: Man Gets 78 Months in Meth Case
Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — A rural Frazee man will spend years in state prison after a meth case tied to a search warrant. Jamie Allen Danzeisen, 54, was sentenced in Becker County District Court on a felony second-degree drug charge. Court records say the case stems from a search on Aug. 21, 2024. What investigators… Continue reading Frazee: Man Gets 78 Months in Meth Case
Detroit Lakes: Man Charged in DWI Hit-and-Run
Detroit Lakes, Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Detroit Lakes man faces two felony DWI counts. Samuel Allen Stone, 65, is charged with two counts of first-degree DWI in Becker County District Court. What prosecutors allege Court records say a hit-and-run crash happened on December 1, 2025. The crash was reported during the afternoon in Detroit… Continue reading Detroit Lakes: Man Charged in DWI Hit-and-Run
Strange Light in Gentley, MN Sparks Viewer’s Curiosity
Gentley, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A viewer captured a strange sight in the sky around 12:30 a.m. near Gentley, Minnesota, sparking curiosity about what it could have been. The footage shows a bright streak of light moving from south to north. Mysterious Light Streaks Across the Sky At first, the viewer thought it might have been… Continue reading Strange Light in Gentley, MN Sparks Viewer’s Curiosity
UPDATE: Deputy Wounded, Suspect Dead In Cass County, MN Shooting
CASS COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Cass County, Minnesota Sheriff now confirms a deputy was wounded and the suspect is dead, following an exchange of gunfire east of Walker late Sunday afternoon.
Detroit Lakes: Frazee Man Gets Theft Sentence
Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — A rural Frazee man has been sentenced for felony theft. The case involves two visits to the Menards store in Detroit Lakes. What court records say Court records say Nathaniel Martin Kieffer, 47, entered the store on Oct. 6, 2023. He placed a security system and a cordless nailer in a… Continue reading Detroit Lakes: Frazee Man Gets Theft Sentence
Mahnomen: Man Charged After DWI Test Refusal
Mahnomen County (trfnews.i234.me) A Mahnomen man faces two new traffic charges. Thomas Gene Warren Jr., 43, of Mahnomen, was charged on January 21, 2026. Prosecutors allege he refused a court-ordered chemical test. They also allege he drove while his license was revoked. Charges Filed Warren is charged with one gross misdemeanor count of DWI test… Continue reading Mahnomen: Man Charged After DWI Test Refusal
Becker Burglary: Stolen Tools Found on Marketplace
Becker, Sherburne County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Shakopee man is charged after tools vanished from a Becker home site. Prosecutors charged Nathan Michael Molyneux, 35, with third-degree burglary and felony theft. The complaint says the tools were worth more than $4,000. It also says the victim later found the tools listed on Facebook Marketplace. What investigators… Continue reading Becker Burglary: Stolen Tools Found on Marketplace
Fargo: 19 Students Safe After Icy Bus Crash
Fargo, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — An SUV hit a school bus on icy south Fargo streets Friday. The bus carried 19 students, and no one was hurt. Crash details The crash happened around 2:39 p.m. on Friday, January 23, according to police. Fargo Police said it occurred in the 3000 block of 23rd Avenue South.… Continue reading Fargo: 19 Students Safe After Icy Bus Crash
Detroit Lakes: Sartell Woman Held in Stolen Buick
Detroit Lakes, Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Sartell woman faces charges after a stop near Callaway. Julie Ann Blood, 30, of Sartell, is charged in Becker County District Court. The charges include felony receiving stolen property. They also include a gross misdemeanor for giving a false name. A misdemeanor driving charge was also filed. Court… Continue reading Detroit Lakes: Sartell Woman Held in Stolen Buick
Lake Park area: Fargo man charged in cocaine case
Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Fargo man faces a felony drug charge after a traffic stop. Dustin Alexander Vines, 30, of Fargo, is charged in Becker County District Court. The charge is a fifth-degree controlled substance crime, listed as a felony. What deputies reported Court records describe a traffic stop from Dec. 20, 2025. A… Continue reading Lake Park area: Fargo man charged in cocaine case
White Earth Man Charged in Becker County NCO Case
Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — Kyle Joseph Jones, 23, of White Earth, faces new charges in Becker County District Court. Charges Filed Prosecutors charged Jones with felony violation of a no-contact order. He is also charged with a misdemeanor no-contact order violation. Court records list both counts in the same case. What Is Known So Far… Continue reading White Earth Man Charged in Becker County NCO Case
Fargo Second Shooting Incident Under Investigation
Fargo, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) — The Fargo Police Department continues to investigate a second shooting that happened Saturday afternoon. Police Respond to Another Shooting At about 4:42 p.m. Saturday, police answered a call about gunshots in the 2100 block of University Drive South. Officers found no one at the scene when they arrived. All people… Continue reading Fargo Second Shooting Incident Under Investigation
Fargo Man Arrested in Saturday Shooting Incident
Fargo, North Dakota (trfnews.i234.me) – A Fargo man, Odus Maxwell, was arrested Saturday night on charges of aggravated assault following a shooting earlier that morning. At approximately 11:03 a.m., Fargo police responded to a local hospital after a male victim arrived with a gunshot wound. According to the victim, the shooting occurred when he was… Continue reading Fargo Man Arrested in Saturday Shooting Incident
Bemidji Woman Charged After Glass Assault Report
Bemidji, Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Bemidji woman faces new charges after a reported assault involving broken glass. What police allege Jessica Lynn McLean, 44, of Bemidji, is charged in Beltrami County court. The charges include a felony third-degree assault count and a misdemeanor obstruction count. According to the criminal complaint, officers were sent to… Continue reading Bemidji Woman Charged After Glass Assault Report
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Jamestown: 16-Year-Old Killed by Turning Semi
Jamestown, Stutsman County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 16-year-old pedestrian was killed in Jamestown on Wednesday. A semi-truck struck the teen during a turn. What happened The crash happened at about 4:35 p.m. on January 21. It happened near 4th Street Northeast and 5th Avenue Northeast in Jamestown. An International semi-truck was pulling a trailer. The truck… Continue reading Jamestown: 16-Year-Old Killed by Turning Semi
West Fargo Blast Fire Displaces Dozens, Child Hurt
West Fargo (trfnews.i234.me) — A reported explosion sparked a kitchen fire Saturday morning. The fire happened at an apartment building in West Fargo. Fire crews said the blaze started in a third-floor unit at 1354 6th St. E. One child was hurt and went to a local hospital. Several residents left the 36-unit building. Fast… Continue reading West Fargo Blast Fire Displaces Dozens, Child Hurt
Fargo Shooting Probe: Suspect Arrested
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — Fargo police are investigating a shooting reported on Saturday, January 24, 2026. Police shared details in a City of Fargo news release. What the police say happened Police said an adult man arrived at a local medical facility at 11:03 a.m. He had an apparent gunshot wound. The man told… Continue reading Fargo Shooting Probe: Suspect Arrested
Fargo Garage Probe After Gas Odor Call
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) — Crews are investigating activity at an apartment garage in Fargo. The scene is at 2660 15th Street South. The call came in on Saturday afternoon. Fire crews first responded to a report of a gas odor. What responders found Firefighters checked the garage area connected to the apartments. Police were… Continue reading Fargo Garage Probe After Gas Odor Call
Bagley: Man Charged After Hwy 2 Ditch Crash
Clearwater County (trfnews.i234.me) — Charges were filed after a Highway 2 crash near Bagley. Charges filed Craig Anthony Rico, 37, of Cass Lake, is charged with felony first-degree DWI. The complaint lists “under the influence of a controlled substance” under Minnesota Statute 169A.20, subdivision 1(5). He is also charged with gross misdemeanor driving after cancellation… Continue reading Bagley: Man Charged After Hwy 2 Ditch Crash
Mahnomen Stop Sign Slide Leads to Felony DWI
Mahnomen County (trfnews.i234.me) — A Frazee man faces felony DWI charges. Police say the stop happened in Mahnomen early Saturday. What Happened Court records say the stop happened on January 18, 2026, at about 1:52 a.m. An officer reported seeing a vehicle approach a stop sign too fast. The vehicle then slid through the intersection.… Continue reading Mahnomen Stop Sign Slide Leads to Felony DWI
Moorhead: 1,500 Fentanyl Pills Found at Middle School
Moorhead, Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — Juvenile charges are pending after a middle school student was allegedly found with a large amount of suspected fentanyl pills in Moorhead. Moorhead Police confirmed the student was taken into custody on Dec. 11. The student attends Horizon Middle School, according to police. What the police say happened Police said… Continue reading Moorhead: 1,500 Fentanyl Pills Found at Middle School