Tag: Ada Police Department

Ada House Fire Update 

More information is being released on a house fire that occurred in Ada earlier this afternoon. R&J News caught up with Ada Police Chief Steve Hager, who shares more information:  R&J News will provide updates to this story if more information is released. 


September 29, 2026 0

Ada Police Department Update 

A new scooter ordinance has been the talk of the Ada community as of late, and the Ada Police Department has been hard at work putting one together. During his visit on Kaleidoscope, Ada Police Chief Steve Hager gave an update on how the ordinance is coming along.  Hager says the police department will be…
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September 23, 2026 0

Ada Police Chief talks Flock Cameras 

Flock Cameras have been a major topic of discussion in communities across the United States, sparking debates over surveillance, public safety, privacy, and much more. During his latest appearance on the Kaleidoscope program, Ada Police Chief Steve Hager talked about flock camera’s, and his thoughts on their use. To get a better understanding of what…
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August 28, 2026 0

Highway 9 and Highway 200 intersection improving safety for local drivers 

It’s been a couple months since the Minnesota Department of Transportation changed the Highway 9 and Highway 200 intersection in Ada from a two way stop to a four way stop, and the change is already paying off when it comes to safety. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager talks more about a recent incident that…
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August 25, 2026 0

Highway 9 and Highway 200 intersection change receiving good feedback 

It’s been exactly one month since the Minnesota Department of Transportation transitioned the intersection of Highway 9 and Highway 200 from a two way stop to a four way stop, and change has been noticeable for the Ada community. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager says there have been no major problems with the change reported. …
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July 30, 2026 0

Ada Police Chief Discusses E-bikes and scooters 

E-Bikes and E-Scooters have been seeing a spike in popularity across the United States, especially when it comes to youth. While these vehicles do offer another excellent form of transportation, Ada Police Chief Steve Hager says they have been getting a lot of complaints, and incidents when it comes to area youth using them recklessly. …
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July 29, 2026 0

Ada Police Department Promoting Bike Safety 

Its bike riding season within the City of Ada, and the Ada Police Department is sharing a reminder for parents and young riders. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager reminds riders that all traffic laws apply to them and that they should be following them accordingly.  On top of following traffic laws, the Ada Police Department…
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May 11, 2026 0

With spring planting ramping up, drivers reminded to pay attention to the road

The Ada Police Department is in the midst of a Toward Zero Deaths distracted driving campaign, and Ada Police Chief Steve Hager is sharing a reminder for area drivers. Hager says  now that the planting season is just about underway, it’s important for drivers to pay extra attention to the road.  Hager also reminds drivers…
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April 29, 2026 0

Weekend car accident at Highway 9/Highway 200 intersection in Ada 

The intersection of Highway 9 and Highway 200 in Ada has been a major talking point, as local officials have been trying to get the MN Department of Transportation to make changes to the intersection citing safety concerns.  Unfortunately over the weekend, there was an accident at the intersection. R&J News’ Kevin Kochman talks with…
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April 27, 2026 0

Ask a Chief: The balance of transparency in law enforcement 

During his visit on the KRJB Kaleidoscope Program last week, Ada Police Chief Steve Hager had a discussion about the balance that law enforcement agencies have when it comes to transparency with the public. Hager talks more about this balance, and what’s released to the public vs what’s available to the public.  Hager gives an…
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March 30, 2026 0