Cass Lake, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — A deadly crash involving a vehicle and a train was reported Friday west of Cass Lake. Viewer video shared with TRF News shows an emergency response near the tracks. What we know so far Officials have not released full details. The crash was described as deadly in the initial report.… Continue reading Cass Lake Area: Deadly Vehicle-Train Crash Reported
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Hermantown Blast Sparks Fire At Green Acres Townhomes
Hermantown, St Louis County (trfnews.i234.me) — A reported explosion sparked a fire at Green Acres Townhomes Saturday night. What we know The complex sits just northwest of Duluth, Minnesota. City officials said the incident was near Lavaque Road. They said it was south of Highway 53. They also said it was north of Silver Leaf… Continue reading Hermantown Blast Sparks Fire At Green Acres Townhomes
Thief River Falls: James R. Nelson Dies at 88
Thief River Falls, Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — James R. Nelson of Thief River Falls died Tuesday, January 27, 2026. He was 88. Family members were with him at home, according to a published notice. Service details A memorial service is set for 10 a.m. Thursday, February 5, 2026. It will be held at Johnson Funeral Service… Continue reading Thief River Falls: James R. Nelson Dies at 88
Solway Barn Fire After Vehicle Reported Burning
Solway, Beltrami County (trfnews.i234.me) — Fire crews rushed to a barn fire northwest of Solway on Friday evening. Radio traffic said a vehicle was burning inside the barn. The call location was 1778 Lamers Road NW, west of Bemidji. Early radio traffic Dispatch audio at about 8:17 p.m. sent Solway firefighters to the property. Minutes… Continue reading Solway Barn Fire After Vehicle Reported Burning
Thief River Falls Man Gerald Sanders Dies at 90
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) Gerald William Sanders, 90, of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, died on January 26, 2026. He died at Sanford Health in Thief River Falls. Life in Thief River Falls Sanders was born on February 4, 1935. He spent his life in Thief River Falls. He attended country school and Lincoln High School. Family… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Gerald Sanders Dies at 90
Munson Township Truck Breaks Through Horseshoe Lake Ice
Stearns County (trfnews.i234.me) — A pickup truck broke through the lake ice near Horseshoe Lake in Munson Township. What happened Deputies were called at about 5:10 p.m. on January 29, 2026. A 911 caller said the driver was out of the water. The caller also said the driver was safe. When deputies arrived, they saw… Continue reading Munson Township Truck Breaks Through Horseshoe Lake Ice
Fargo: Man pleads guilty in carjacking spree
Fargo, Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) A 29-year-old Fargo man pleaded guilty Thursday in federal court. He admitted to an armed carjacking and a two-week vehicle theft spree. Plea entered in federal court Nathaniel Thomas Smith pleaded guilty on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, in U.S. District Court. He pleaded guilty to robbery and eight counts tied to… Continue reading Fargo: Man pleads guilty in carjacking spree
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
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