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Sam Wilmes covers crime, courts and government for the Albert Lea Tribune.

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Austin man charged in fatal crash in April posts bond

ALBERT LEA — The Austin man charged with criminal vehicular homicide in connection with a fatal crash in April east of Hollandale posted bail Monday. ... Read more

by Sam Wilmes, Thursday, October 13, 2016 10:47 am

News

Finance board rules in favor of Schindler

The state campaign finance board has ruled in favor of a local DFL candidate in a case alleging  state finance violations. In a probable cause ... Read more

by Sam Wilmes, Wednesday, October 12, 2016 10:13 am

Health

Mayo reportedly informs union workers of new wage plan

The union representing local food service workers expressed outrage over recent developments in Mayo Clinic’s plan to switch to a new food service vendor, a ... Read more

by Sam Wilmes, Sunday, October 9, 2016 11:01 am

Election 2016

Bennett, Schindler square off in 27A forum

ALBERT LEA — The two candidates for 27A representative discussed senior care issues and possible solutions Thursday, about a month before Election Day. Incumbent Peggy ... Read more

by Sam Wilmes, Friday, October 7, 2016 11:16 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Austin man in Albert Lea chase charged with felonies

  ALBERT LEA — The Austin man arrested Tuesday after leading authorities on a high-speed chase in Albert Lea was charged Wednesday with multiple felonies ... Read more

by Sam Wilmes, Thursday, October 6, 2016 10:05 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Austin man arrested after AL chase

ALBERT LEA — Albert Lea police arrested an Austin man Tuesday night after a high-speed vehicle chase in Albert Lea. Police arrested Coniah Emmerson Horton, ... Read more

by Sam Wilmes, Wednesday, October 5, 2016 10:41 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Brownsdale man pleads not guilty to murder

ALBERT LEA — A Brownsdale man charged with second-degree murder in a fatal shooting last month at Myre-Big Island State Park entered a provisional not ... Read more

by Sam Wilmes, Friday, September 30, 2016 10:56 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Austin woman placed on probation for church theft

ALBERT LEA — An Austin woman was sentenced to 10 days in jail and probation for up to 20 years Thursday in Freeborn County District ... Read more

by Sam Wilmes, Friday, September 30, 2016 10:55 am

News

Walz, Hagedorn share reactions to St. Cloud stabbings

The two candidates for Minnesota’s 1st District congressional seat had different reactions to the stabbing Saturday in St. Cloud. For reasons still unclear, authorities say ... Read more

by Sam Wilmes, Sunday, September 25, 2016 9:01 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Suspect in Myre-Big Island shooting posts bail Friday

ALBERT LEA — The Brownsdale man charged with murder in last month’s fatal shooting at Myre-Big Island State Park posted bail Friday.David Michael Easter, 26, ... Read more

by Sam Wilmes, Sunday, September 25, 2016 8:03 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Bail lowered for suspect in Myre-Big Island shooting

  ALBERT LEA — Bail was lowered Wednesday in Freeborn County District for a Brownsdale man charged with murder in last month’s fatal shooting at ... Read more

by Sam Wilmes, Friday, September 23, 2016 10:30 am

News

AL man is first to DJ a wedding at new stadium

An Albert Lea man earlier this month became the first person to DJ a wedding at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. Jacob Abrego, owner of ... Read more

by Sam Wilmes, Sunday, September 18, 2016 7:01 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Warrant issued for Fairmont man who severed his ankle bracelet Friday

A warrant has been issued for a Fairmont man who reportedly severed his ankle bracelet Friday shortly after being released for medical treatment. Levi Troy ... Read more

by Sam Wilmes, Saturday, September 17, 2016 6:30 pm

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

AL man accused in fatal crash asks for lower bail

ALBERT LEA — The Albert Lea man charged in connection with a fatal crash in April east of Hollandale requested a lower bail and placement ... Read more

by Sam Wilmes, Tuesday, September 13, 2016 10:15 am

Albert Lea

Austin native is the newest addition to the Albert Lea police department

ALBERT LEA — A new officer at the Albert Lea Police Department has a passion for helping people, forged through his extensive experience as a ... Read more

by Sam Wilmes, Sunday, September 11, 2016 6:01 am

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