Ryan Janke

Fargo

Writer and Co-Host at KFGO-AM (Fargo, ND)

Co-Host of That Podcast at Midwest Communications

Articles

ICE makes 8 arrests in South Dakota city where Noem was subjected to a protest three days earlier

1 day ago | kfgo.com | Joshua Haiar |Seth Tupper |Ryan Janke

By: Joshua Haiar and Seth TupperMADISON, S.D. (South Dakota Searchlight) – U.S. immigration officials conducted a “worksite enforcement action” that resulted in eight arrests Tuesday in Madison, three days after their boss, Kristi Noem, was subjected to a protest in the same South Dakota city. At least one of the two targeted businesses, Manitou Equipment, was awarded financial support from the state while Noem was governor.
Fargo Fire chief presents 2024 Annual Report to City Commission

2 days ago | kfgo.com | Ryan Janke

FARGO (KFGO) – Fargo firefighters responded to over 14,000 service calls last year. Fire Chief Steve Dirksen says of the 14,222 calls, 239 were for fires, 151 for hazardous material incidents, 85 technical rescue incidents, and 15 water rescue emergencies. One civilian died, and two civilians and five firefighters were hurt in fires. In 2024, 13 new firefighters completed the Metro Fire Academy hosted by the Fargo, West Fargo, and Moorhead Fire Departments.
People displaced by separate house fires near Alexandria

3 days ago | kfgo.com | Ryan Janke

ALEXANDRIA, Minn. (KFGO/KVRR) — Crews responded to two house fires near Alexandria Sunday. Around 5:45 a.m. in Lake Mary Township south of I-94, crews responded to a fire that spread from a porch into a house and caused severe damage. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office says several people had evacuated the house by the time they arrived. It is believed the cause of the fire was accidental. Around 7 p.m., crews responded to a house fire west of Alexandria.
Bismarck man arrested after pursuit, crash in Jamestown

3 days ago | kfgo.com | Ryan Janke

JAMESTOWN, N.D. (KFGO) – A Bismarck man is facing multiple charges after a pursuit and crash in Jamestown Saturday morning. The Highway Patrol says troopers responded to a report of a reckless driver on eastbound I-94 in Kidder County. A trooper found the car in Stutsman County and tried to make a traffic stop, but the driver fled at speeds over 100 miles per hour.
2 juveniles hurt in ATV crash near Wahpeton

3 days ago | kfgo.com | Ryan Janke

WAHPETON, N.D. (KFGO) – The Richland County Sheriff’s Office says an ATV crash south of Wahpeton sent two juveniles to the hospital Saturday afternoon. The two juveniles who were hurt and one other were in the ATV when the driver tried to make a turn and lost control. The ATV went into the ditch and rolled. None of the juveniles were wearing seatbelts. A release from the sheriff’s office doesn’t say which two were hurt or who was driving. The third juvenile did not seek medical attention.
1 person displaced after Moorhead apartment fire

3 days ago | kfgo.com | Ryan Janke

MOORHEAD (KFGO) – One person was displaced after an apartment fire in Moorhead Monday morning. The Moorhead Fire Department says crews from Moorhead, Fargo and Dilworth responded to 1209 20th Street S. around midnight where firefighters could see heavy smoke and flames from a third floor window. Firefighters put the fire out before it spread to any other units. Damage to the unit is in the bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen. No one was hurt. The American Red Cross is assisting the displaced resident.
Fargo Davies High School principal retiring

6 days ago | kfgo.com | Ryan Janke

FARGO (KFGO) – The principal of Fargo Davies High School is retiring. Troy Cody says he is pursuing a new challenge outside of public education. Cody has been in education for over 30 years and principal at Davies High School for 13 years. He was named Fargo Public Schools Administrator of the Year in 2024. Cody says he’ll miss the students, families, staff, and community members most. “I’ve had the joy of watching your children grow, achieve, overcome, and lead,” Cody said in an email to parents.
Fargo Davies High School principal retiring from public education

6 days ago | froggyweb.com | Ryan Janke

FARGO (KFGO) – The principal of Fargo Davies High School is retiring from public education. Troy Cody says he is pursuing a new challenge outside of public education. Cody has been in education for over 30 years and principal at Davies High School for 13 years. He was named Fargo Public Schools Administrator of the Year in 2024. Cody says he’ll miss the students, families, staff, and community members most.
‘Out of control’: Kristi Noem on defense over Homeland Security spending overrun

6 days ago | kfgo.com | Ariana Figueroa |Ryan Janke

By: Ariana FigueroaWASHINGTON (South Dakota Searchlight) — The top Democrat on a U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee panel Thursday slammed Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem for her handling of her agency’s funding and the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. Sen.
West Fargo motorcyclist dead after crash in Fargo

1 week ago | jackfmfargo.com | Ryan Janke

FARGO (KFGO) – A 34-year-old West Fargo man is dead after the motorcycle he was riding crashed into a motorhome in Fargo Wednesday afternoon. The crash happened near Main Avenue and 42nd Street S. around 4 p.m. The Highway Patrol says the motorhome was eastbound and the driver was making a left turn into a parking lot when the motorcycle crashed into its passenger side.