Red Lake (trfnews.i234.me) — A new trial date is set in the federal murder case against Jennifer Marie Stately of Red Lake, Minnesota. Court records filed in November 2025 show jury selection is now scheduled to start on February 9, 2026. The case will be heard in the U.S. District Court in Minnesota. Stately is… Continue reading Beltrami County: Red Lake Mom’s Federal Murder Trial
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Trial Canceled in Federal Case Against Bemidji Woman
Cass County (trfnews.i234.me) The federal trial for a Bemidji woman accused of assaulting a flight attendant has been canceled. Court records show an agreement is being prepared to resolve the case outside of trial. The trial for Jodi Lynn Sherry-Berg was scheduled to begin today in federal court in Fargo. Berg was charged after an… Continue reading Trial Canceled in Federal Case Against Bemidji Woman
Red Lake Mother Faces Federal Murder Trial
RED LAKE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — There’s a new development in the tragic case of Jennifer Stately of Red Lake, Minnesota. She’s accused of murdering her two young sons in March 2024 and now faces a federal trial. According to federal court documents, Stately was originally charged in state court after authorities said she stabbed her… Continue reading Red Lake Mother Faces Federal Murder Trial
Cass County: ND Supreme Court Denies Moen Appeal
CASS COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me) — The North Dakota Supreme Court has unanimously rejected Spencer Moen’s appeal for a new trial, affirming his conviction and life sentence for the 2023 murder of his wife, Sonja Moen. In its opinion, the high court upheld the Cass County District Court’s judgment, finding no violation of Moen’s constitutional right to… Continue reading Cass County: ND Supreme Court Denies Moen Appeal
EGF Man’s Murder Trial Set for March in Grand Forks
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) – An East Grand Forks man accused of murdering his father in 2020 is now scheduled to stand trial in March 2026, following years of delays tied to his custody status and missing evidence.Vincent Chase Villarreal, 33, faces a Class AA felony murder charge for allegedly shooting Jeffrey Allen Shulzitski, 55, who… Continue reading EGF Man’s Murder Trial Set for March in Grand Forks
Traill Co. Man Faces Trial for Dog Shootings
Buxton (trfnews.i234.me) – A Traill County man accused of shooting his neighbor’s dogs, killing one of them, will stand trial early next year.Luther Lerfald, 77, has been charged with two counts of animal abuse, according to court records. Investigators say Lerfald shot his neighbor’s double doodle earlier this year and left the animal to die… Continue reading Traill Co. Man Faces Trial for Dog Shootings
Beltrami Co.: Flight Crew Interference Trial Set Nov. 18
Beltrami County ( trfnews.i234.me ) – We have an update in a federal case involving a Bemidji resident. Jody Sherry-Berg is charged with interference with flight crew members and attendants. Prosecutors allege she assaulted a flight attendant on January 16. The flight was from Las Vegas to Grand Forks, according to records. A planned summer trial… Continue reading Beltrami Co.: Flight Crew Interference Trial Set Nov. 18
Grand Forks County Jury: Manslaughter in Kiehl Death
Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) — After two hours of deliberation, a jury cleared Donald Joseph “DJ” Bartlette of murder. Jurors instead found him guilty of manslaughter. Bartlette, 46, now faces a Class B felony. The maximum penalty is up to 10 years in prison. A pre-sentence investigation has been ordered. Sentencing is set for 10:30… Continue reading Grand Forks County Jury: Manslaughter in Kiehl Death
Grand Forks Man Faces Murder Trial This Week
Grand Forks (trfnews.i234.me) – A Grand Forks man is set to stand murder trial this week in a case that could lead to life in prison. Donald Joseph “DJ” Bartlette, 46, is charged with Class AA felony murder in the death of 49-year-old Anthony “Tony” James Kiehl. Jury selection is scheduled for 9 a.m. Tuesday, Aug.… Continue reading Grand Forks Man Faces Murder Trial This Week
Trial Begins for Princeton Man Accused of Shooting Officers
Benton County (trfnews.i234.me) – The trial of a Princeton man accused of shooting five law enforcement officers during a 2023 drug raid begins Monday, August 18, at 8 a.m. in Benton County District Court. Karl Thomas Holmberg, 66, faces a long list of charges, including: Seven counts of first-degree attempted murder (maximum 20 years per… Continue reading Trial Begins for Princeton Man Accused of Shooting Officers