South Washington County Schools select new superintendent
Julie Nielsen previously served in several roles for the east metro district.
St. Paul City Council approves new chamber art, despite Dakota tribe's objections
Dakota artists said they were left out of the process for installation.
Ramsey County Public Health offers free COVID-19 testing
It is happening during the next four weekends at sites in St. Paul and Maplewood.
South Metro
Twin Cities metro police blotter, Aug. 16
ANDOVER JULY 23 Theft. A wallet was stolen from an unlocked vehicle in the 13700 block of NW. Jay Street. CHAMPLIN JULY 21
East Metro
Dakota tribe members say they were left out of new St. Paul art installation
Two Minnesota lawmakers contacted the Ramsey County Board on behalf of members of the Dakota community who said they felt "invisible" and unheard.
East Metro
Police in western Wisconsin fatally shoot man who 'rushed an officer' with a knife
Police fatally shot a man coming at an officer with a knife at a western Wisconsin motel, where a woman was found with serious stab…
South Metro
Twin Cities metro police blotter, Aug. 9
ANDOVERJULY 17Theft. A 1970 Volkswagen Beetle was stolen from a home in the 3000 block of NW. 167th Lane. The keys had been left…
East Metro
Minnesota National Guard sending soldiers from Stillwater to Guantanamo Bay
The 34th Military Police Company, based in Stillwater, worked to quell unrest after George Floyd's death.
Duluth
What happens to your Minnesota absentee ballot after you mail it?
Minnesota has seen a surge of interest in absentee ballots for the Aug. 11 primary, as more voters opt to vote early or by mail in light of the coronavirus pandemic.
South Metro
Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan educator picked Minnesota Teacher of Year
Qorsho Hassan, 30, who teaches fourth grade, will represent Minnesota in the national contest.
East Metro
Felon charged with injuring New Brighton cop who couldn't free himself from fleeing car
The officer broke a wrist during the encounter Monday afternoon.
Coronavirus
RiversEdge redevelopment project moves forward in downtown St. Paul, despite COVID
The state's stalled bonding bill is another complication as county leaders are seeking $40 million in state funding.
East Metro
Police: New Brighton cop hurt while stuck in door of stolen car as it hit building
The gun-toting suspect was arrested after putting up continued resistance, police said.
East Metro
Xcel coal plant closure later this decade poses big question for Oak Park Heights
2028 closure is expected to open up 4,500 feet of riverfront.
South Metro
Twin Cities metro police blotter, Aug. 2
BLAINE JULY 3 Driving violation. A 54-year-old man was cited for driving his motorcycle with a 4-year-old child on board at NE. Able Street…
East Metro
Woodbury's new $11 million water treatment plant opens
City leaders say the plant is a temporary fix while state agencies determine the best long-term solution.
Coronavirus
Bail-paying nonprofit halts services at Ramsey County jail, citing virus concerns
It says Ramsey County has not taken sufficient coronavirus precautions.
East Metro
Suspect shoots at Ramsey County deputies conducting traffic stop
No one was hit; suspect is caught.
East Metro
Two Minneapolis officers injured when suspected carjackers flee
Officers treated at hospital; injuries not life threatening
West Metro
Man whose body was found in a St. Louis Park Lake is identified
A drowning victim found May 29 in St. Louis Park's Victoria Lake was identified Tuesday as Malik Christopher Lee Ambers, 25, of Minneapolis, according to…
East Metro
No prison for drunken Lake Elmo crash death
Over the objection of the prosecution, six months of confinement is the sentence for a 44-year-old man who was drunk when he crashed his vehicle…
East Metro
St. Paul school board taps Hmong parent to fill temporary seat
A Hmong parent and cultural educator whose family has endured tragedy was appointed by the St. Paul school board Monday to temporarily fill the vacancy…
East Metro
Man charged with shooting his girlfriend in Bloomington, then fleeing to Wisconsin
Guns, pipe bombs found in man's car
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