Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News
Minnesota Man Charged with Stealing Over $100,000 by Falsely Claiming to be a Decorated Veteran
BEMIDJI, Minn. -Mikhail Wicker, a 37-year-old resident of Dilworth, Minnesota, is facing charges of wire fraud, false military discharge certificate, fraudulent use of military medals, and theft of go...
Apr 04, 2024
Red River Valley SWAT Team Conducting Training in Moorhead Area
MOORHEAD, Minn. - Residents in the Moorhead area are advised that the Red River Valley SWAT team will be conducting a training session this evening. The training will take place on Thursday, April 4, ...
Apr 04, 2024
Rare Total Solar Eclipse to Enchant U.S. on April 8th
On April 8th, 2024, a rare celestial event will captivate the United States as a total solar eclipse graces the skies, beginning its journey in Texas. The partial phase will start around 12:20 p.m. CD...
Apr 04, 2024
Fatal Shooting in St. Cloud Stemmed from Domestic Dispute
A domestic dispute in St. Cloud turned deadly on Wednesday, resulting in one person dead and another seriously injured. Police responded to multiple gunshots reported at a home in the 600 block of Wil...
Apr 04, 2024
High-Speed Pursuit Ends in Perham, Suspect at Large
A high-speed pursuit in Otter Tail County ended in Perham early Wednesday morning, with the suspect still at large. The incident began when a deputy from the Otter Tail County Sheriff's Office attempt...
Apr 04, 2024
Controversy Surrounds Minnesota Sports Betting Bill Amendments
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Proposed amendments to the Minnesota sports betting bill have sparked controversy among stakeholders, with some expressing strong opposition. Charitable gaming groups have now expres...
Apr 04, 2024
Massive Fire Displaces Residents in Fridley Apartment Building
FRIDLEY, Minn. - A fire at the Black Forest Apartments complex in Fridley on Wednesday resulted in the displacement of residents from 27 units, according to officials. Fire Marshal James Lange informe...
Apr 04, 2024
Fargo Roads Reopen Following Wednesday Night Crash
FARGO, ND - After a major crash on Wednesday night, roads in Fargo are now back open. Fargo Police had closed part of 45th St. S. near 13th Ave. S. following a crash that occurred around 8:30 pm. Acco...
Apr 04, 2024
Man Arrested for Theft at Moorhead Starbucks
MOORHEAD, Minn. - A man is currently in custody, accused of stealing cash from the Starbucks located on Highway 10 in Moorhead. The incident occurred on Wednesday around 7 PM. According to police scan...
Apr 04, 2024
Chicago-Based Drug Trafficking Ring Indicted for Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Distribution in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. - A drug trafficking ring based in Chicago has been indicted for their alleged involvement in a scheme to distribute fentanyl and methamphetamine in the Duluth area. According to the Dep...
Apr 03, 2024