Minnesota Mom Scammed in Daycare Fraud: How to Avoid Childcare Scams

CARVER COUNTY, Minn (trfnews.i234.me) – Finding reliable childcare is a challenge for new parents, as Jackie Schulze from Waconia learned the hard way. Desperate to secure daycare for her twins, Schulze was scammed out of $2,800 by a woman named Natalie Bloss, who falsely claimed to be a licensed provider. Schulze, along with 14 other… Continue reading Minnesota Mom Scammed in Daycare Fraud: How to Avoid Childcare Scams

Betty A. Bridges, Beloved Actress and Teacher, Dies at 80

Betty A. Bridges

Betty A. Bridges, a cherished actress and influential acting teacher, has passed away at the age of 80. Bridges, who gained recognition for her guest roles on popular TV shows, was also a dedicated educator and manager. Bridges began her acting career in the mid-1970s, around the same time her son, Todd Bridges, was rising… Continue reading Betty A. Bridges, Beloved Actress and Teacher, Dies at 80

Moorhead Man Accused of Killing Mother Waits Nearly a Year for Mental Health Treatment

James Diawo Kollie

MOORHEAD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A Moorhead man accused of killing his mother has waited in jail for almost a year for treatment at a state mental health facility so his ability to stand trial can be restored. And he isn’t alone. On Sept. 13, Clay County Judge Tammy Merkins determined James Diawo Kollie, 26, was… Continue reading Moorhead Man Accused of Killing Mother Waits Nearly a Year for Mental Health Treatment

Watford City Man Accused of Setting Mother on Fire Sent to State Hospital

Scott Beane

Watford city, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A Watford City man accused of killing his mother in 2023 has been ordered to the North Dakota State Hospital for up to 180 days to regain competency for trial. In January, Scott Richard Beane expressed his desire to represent himself at trial. The judge, questioning Beane’s competency, ordered an… Continue reading Watford City Man Accused of Setting Mother on Fire Sent to State Hospital

Mother, Boyfriend, and an Additional Man From Waubun Facing Charges in the Murder of Her Son

SAUK RAPIDS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A Sauk Rapids, Minnesota woman, her boyfriend and another man from Waubun are all charged with 3rd Degree Murder in the drug overdose of her 16-year old son.

Minnesota Woman Accused of Child Torture Seeks Extension as Attorney General Takes Over Prosecution

Jorden Nicole Borders

BRAINERD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Jorden Nicole Borders, accused of torturing her three children, appeared via Zoom with her public defender, Mark Hansen, on Tuesday, April 23. They requested more time as the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office assumed prosecution. Assistant Attorneys General Mary Russell and Dominika Kins were consulted, with the state supporting the request. Borders… Continue reading Minnesota Woman Accused of Child Torture Seeks Extension as Attorney General Takes Over Prosecution