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Minnesota Republican Representative Accused Of Sexual Misconduct

Rod Hamilton Self-Reported The Allegations To Minnesota House Officials

April 29, 2018

TJ Nelson,

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Another Minnesota lawmaker is accused of inappropriate sexual conduct. Emily Schlecht filed a report of sexual misconduct against Republican Representative Rod Hamilton. She says Hamilton touched her inappropriately and kissed her without her consent at his apartment. The representative has since been suspended as chairman of the Agriculture Finance Committee. Hamilton has said he…

Minnesota’s Alleged Murdering Grandma Moved To Florida From Texas

Lois Riess Is Accused Of Killing Her Husband In Minnesota And A Woman In Florida

April 29, 2018

TJ Nelson,

FORT MYERS, FL — A Minnesota woman accused of killing her husband at their home and another woman in Florida to apparently steal her identity has appeared before a judge who ordered she remained in a Florida county jail without bond. Judge Zachary Gill on Sunday granted 56-year-old Lois Riess a pretrial detention hearing but the date hasn’t been determined….

Two Hotel Guests Allegedly Robbed At Gunpoint

Victims Say The Suspects Are Two Young Black Men

April 29, 2018

TJ Nelson,

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Two people staying at the Canad Inn in Grand Forks were robbed at gunpoint. Officers were called to the hotel Sunday morning to investigate the alleged armed robbery. The victims say two black men between 20 and 30 years old pulled out a gun and demanded money. One of the victims was slightly hurt during the…

Woman Dies During High Speed Chase In Pembina County

Woman Was Behind The Wheel of SUV WHich Hit An Approach And Rolled

April 29, 2018

TJ Nelson,

PEMBINA COUNTY, N.D. — A 45-year-old Cavalier woman is dead following a high speed chase in Pembina County last night. Around 8 p.m. a 911 caller reported an SUV on Highway 18 was swerving all over the road and had almost rear-ended another vehicle. A responding sheriff’s deputy found the SUV just south of Cavalier and it fled. About a…

MSUM Students Walk a Mile in Heels to Support Assault Victims

The event raised $82,000 nationwide last year

April 28, 2018

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — It’s become a tradition for MSUM students to put on high heels and walk 14 laps around the Comstock Memorial Union for women who were assaulted. But this year, organizers wanted to center the event around all victims of abuse. “We decided to encompass every gender, whether it be like male, female, non–binary, just so people don’t assume…

“Sound the Alarm” Helps Residents Replace Smoke Alarms

The Red Cross partnered with fire departments to put on the event

April 28, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — The American Red Cross teamed up with fire departments in the FM area to help people replace the smoke alarms in their homes. Groups of volunteers went door–to–door installing free smoke alarms, replacing batteries, and helping residents create escape plans. “We look at areas of the community that typically are on a fixed income, and areas that…

Moorhead Police Auction Off Impounded Vehicles

Police say the auction is needed to clear out seized property

April 28, 2018

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — If you’re looking for a cheap car or bike, there is a unique way you can get one from local law enforcement. The Moorhead Police Department held a public auction where they sold off cars, bikes, and other items that have been impounded. People could bid in person or online, and about a hundred cars and bikes were…

Volunteers Hold Fundraising Activities for Veterans Honor Flight

There was a rummage sale, back sale, and bowling competition

April 28, 2018

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Veterans Honor Flight volunteers held a rummage sale, bake sale, and bowling competition to raise money to send veterans to Washington, D.C. next month. At the nation’s capital, they will visit the memorials dedicated to the wars they fought in. Their service will also be celebrated at a special banquet. Organizers say the flight is a great way to…

Parents Make Peanut Butter Sandwiches to Slice Down Student Lunch Debt

Moorhead parents plan to raise $7,000 to help fund free and reduced price lunches for students

April 28, 2018

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Moorhead parents are teaming up to combat hunger in schools by serving peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. The second annual fundraiser for Moorhead Area Public Schools gave people a chance to purchase PB&J sandwiches with a choice of peanut butter or sun butter. People also played bingo, entered the raffle, or had a chance to purchase some new…

Residents Meet with Local Nonprofits at Neighborhood Service Fair

Over 20 nonprofits, including Prairie St. John's and Project Linus, were in attendance

April 28, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Representatives from more than 20 local nonprofits spoke with metro residents about how they can revitalize their neighborhoods. The annual Neighborhood Service Fair allows neighbors to connect with community leaders to come up with ways to get involved. Project Linus, Charism, Youth Works, and the Fargo Moorhead Youth Choir were some of the non–profits involved. Organizers say the…