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Minneapolis, University of Minnesota say string of armed robberies in Dinkytown likely coordinated
Multiple holdups occurred Sunday and Monday. Police are searching for suspects.
Charter school removes CEO Eric Mahmoud amid claims of negligence in handling sexual misconduct allegations
The Harvest Best Academy board plans to vote Tuesday on an interim executive director.
Fatal garage fires a sign of difficulties for homeless people in St. Paul, advocates say
Many who are unhoused are turning to private property owners for help, but that has cost some vulnerable people their lives.
Pedestrian killed by car on St. Paul highway
Authorities said alcohol was not a factor in the overnight death.
Woman dies following St. Paul apartment fire that investigators believe she may have set
Meanwhile, no injuries were reported among 13 adults and children who were displaced by a triplex fire late Friday in Minneapolis.
Local Ukrainian community rallies support for embattled homeland
Following Friday's fractious exchange at the White House, some worry about what's next for Ukraine.
Brooklyn Park shooting leaves one dead, another seriously wounded
Investigators say the shooting looks to be domestic in nature.
Maplewood man gets 40-year sentence for killing, dismembering two women
Court officials said Joseph Jorgenson's case is one of the most evil they've encountered. Jorgenson pleaded guilty to the murders in January in exchange for an altered prison sentence.
As Minnesota spends millions on copper theft, recyclers crack the 'Whac-A-Mole' code in Texas
Thieves bested most Minnesota workers' efforts last year, downing 911 lines and costing the state millions. Officials believe new legislation will curb such thefts, but some recyclers believe solutions can be found in Houston.
Hundreds weather cold for Minnesota's first ice swim
Enthusiasts hope to expand the race next year with more people and activities.
One dead in garage fire in St. Paul, city's third fire death of 2025
Fire crews are investigating what caused the blaze in the detached garage; it's unclear if the person was living there.
Family of Oakdale transgender man slain in New York: 'Sam was a wonderful person'
Five people have been charged with murder in connection with the torture and death of Sam Nordquist, whose body was found Thursday.
Valentine's Day snow wreaks havoc on Minnesota's roads
The conditions were thought to have contributed to a Washington County fatality. Coming up: More snow in southeast Minnesota and bitter cold in the region by Sunday.
St. Paul garage fire victims identified
Authorities say they believe the two men lived in the garage and that the Feb. 9 blaze began when a space heater was knocked over.
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Winter storm blankets Minnesota, Wisconsin with snow and wind
Most of the metro received 3 to 5 inches of snow Saturday, though areas in northern Anoka County saw an average of 7 to 8 inches. Frigid temperatures are expected to follow.
St. Paul officers were justified in shooting Lowertown murder suspect, county attorney says
Scott County Attorney Ron Hocevar said the loss of life was tragic but that officers acted within reason to protect themselves.
Minnesota State Patrol ceremony honors troopers, good Samaritans who saved lives of fellow citizens
Officials and residents from across Minnesota attended the ceremony, which honored actions exemplifying the State Patrol's values.
Family of man crushed by dump truck in St. Paul awarded $8.5 million in settlement
Prosecutors say the driver who struck 61-year-old Peter Davis tested positive for cocaine and marijuana.
Marvina Haynes, advocate for those wrongfully convicted, will run for Minneapolis City Council
Haynes and others called for more like-minded candidates to run for office this year.
Murder charges: St. Paul man shot victim in back during October robbery attempt
Prosecutors say the man tried to rob his victim before shooting them last October.
Wuollet Bakery closing 50th and France-area location
It's the fifth Wuollet Bakery to close in a year following complaints, evictions and a lawsuit.
'I never gave up on life': St. Paul police officer Shawn Filiowich dies of pancreatic cancer at 52
Supporters plan to help the veteran officer's family through a benefit event on Jan. 18.
Citing safety concerns, St. Paul officials to clear encampment sheltering dozens of homeless people
Officials say fires, assaults and other hazards are prompting the closure scheduled for Thursday.
Girlfriend pleads guilty to buying guns man used to kill 3 Burnsville first responders
Ashley Dyrdahl apologized after admitting she bought the guns used to kill three first responders in February.
Security guard injured in shooting during confrontation at Aldi store in south Minneapolis
No arrests had been announced as of Sunday morning, police said.
Man dies after shooting in north Minneapolis
Police are searching for suspects; no arrests announced.
Two charged with murder in St. Paul drive-by shooting of man parked in car with two young children
Both men are being held on $10 million bond in the Ramsey County jail.
Maplewood man pleads guilty to murdering, dismembering girlfriends within 2-year span
Joseph Jorgenson admitted to the murders Thursday, revealing new details on how he killed the women and hid their bodies.
St. Paul gas station employee charged with assault after two people shot during fight
Prosecutors say the 22-year-old was fighting a customer when another man jumped in, leading to gunfire.
Man charged in fatal stabbing at downtown Minneapolis bus shelter
Authorities said the stabbing began with a fight near the bus shelter.
Twin Cities fire departments deliver life-saving equipment to Ukrainian first responders
The effort has been led by Svetlana Vold, a St. Paul firefighter born in Belarus, to gather necessary equipment for emergency workers fighting the war in Ukraine.
'They're in good hands': Balloon release honors north Minneapolis crash victims
Family and friends shared tears and memories of Esther Fulks and Rose Reece, who died after another car crashed with theirs at a North Side intersection.
Jury: Man guilty in fatal shooting of St. Paul victim playing video games
Delaquay Williams was found guilty on four counts, including murder, in the 2022 death of Casanova Carter.
Ramsey County Attorney clears St. Paul officer who shot fleeing assault suspect
Officer Needham answered reports of an assault when he shot Brett Fraser in the arm. Needham was placed on standard administrative leave afterwards.
Biden commutes former Duluth head shop owner's synthetic drug sentence
Jim Carlson, former owner of Last Place on Earth, had his 17-½-year federal sentence cut short by president's record act of clemency.
Just in time for the holidays, police deliver presents and cheer for Twin Cities families in need
The officers delivered gifts Saturday as part of the Minnesota Asian Peace Officers' Association's Glow of Hope event.
St. Paul community leaders, police call on residents to help curb gun violence
Officials from the St. Paul NAACP, the African American Leadership Council and other community groups meet with police to discuss ways to address crime.
St. Paul program aims to build physical, mental, chemical health network
The program focuses on vulnerable people who frequent jails, shelters, hospitals and emergency services.
AG Ellison sues gunmaker Glock over design that makes them easily converted into automatic weapons
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara and parents of slain St. Thomas graduate Charlie Johnson stood with attorney general in groundbreaking Hennepin County District Court lawsuit.
Minneapolis man charged for fatal car chase in St. Paul
Authorities say Lorenzo Washington was unlicensed at the time.
Scrap metal workers sue Minnesota over new copper wire theft law
Professionals say the law could destroy the industry, but officials believe it would stop thieves who have caused millions in repairs.
Brooklyn Center man dies weeks after robbery in St. Paul
Authorities say the 42-year-old may have had a disagreement with a man who gathered people to rob and shoot him.
Man hit by vehicle, shot during altercation in Minneapolis
The man was hospitalized with potentially life-threatening injuries, and police were searching for suspects.
Man dies after shooting near park in south Minneapolis
Investigators are searching for suspects. The victim's name will be released after an autopsy.
One man dead following shooting Friday near Rondo Library in St. Paul
Police said there were no arrests Friday afternoon.
Man earns 16 1/2 year sentence for St. Paul murder
Daeshon Tucker pled guilty to shooting a 24-year-old to death two years ago.
Surging crime in Midway neighborhood tied to fentanyl trafficking
Advocates and authorities say the drug's grown more addictive, corralling a growing number of vulnerable people into the Midway neighborhood.
Man arrested in fatal shooting in Pine County
Authorities said the man is suspected of shooting and killing another man Friday.
St. Paul police release video of officers shooting murder suspect on bike
Mychel Allan Stowers was charged last month with two counts of murder in the slaying of his pregnant ex-wife.
First electric firetruck launches in St. Paul
The city of Roseville and Superior, Wisconsin also ordered electric fire trucks, which are growing in prevalence across the globe.
Charges: Mexican drug trafficking operation paid man to smuggle fentanyl into Minnesota
Acting on suspicions confirmed by a detection dog, airport police discovered nearly 5 pounds of fentanyl in a package bound for a south Minneapolis address.
Eagan police urge caution, continue search for suspects in assaults at Lebanon Hills Park
Authorities said woman was assaulted Thursday near where a similar assault occurred in September.
Shooting wounds two at Mpls. homeless encampment
Investigators looking into what led to shooting, which left one in critical condition.
St. Paul residents demand action at Midway crime forum as housing complex remains at issue
Local government leaders, police officials and others fielded questions Thursday night while discussing residents' concerns. Some crime metrics fell in the area, but many residents feel otherwise.
St. Paul firefighters honored for efforts to save children in house fire that claimed 4
The two firefighters were awarded for going beyond the call of duty when they helped to save six kids and their mother from a house fire.
Road rage led to fatal shooting near State Capitol
St. Paul authorities charged a 25-year-old Minneapolis man with murder, alleging that he shot the passenger of a vehicle that may have cut him off.
St. Paul police release body camera footage of officers shooting armed Minneapolis murder suspect
Authorities believe Earl Bennett killed three people before turning a gun on officers and himself in St. Paul.
Three wounded early Friday in Dinkytown shooting
Police believe there was a fight before gunfire erupted. None of the wounded were U students.
Minneapolis police search for suspects after triple shooting at homeless encampment
One man died and two others were critically injured. No arrests had been made as of Saturday afternoon.
Charges: Man on the run after killing pregnant ex-wife in St. Paul apartment
Investigators believe Mychel Stowers was visiting Damara Stowers when he killed her, fled and shot a man in the leg before stealing his car.
St. Paul woman shot to death in North End apartment is identified
Police are still searching for suspects.
New Brighton motorcyclist dies in Minneapolis freeway crash
Authorities said the 61-year-old victim rear-ended a car merging onto Interstate 35W from the shoulder.
Man dies after party escalates to gunfire in north Minneapolis
Investigators arrested a man at the scene, but his role in the shooting remained unclear.
Ramsey County prosecutors decline charges in fatal St. Paul stabbing
Attorneys reviewed video footage and testimony of the Oct. 11 stabbing death of Derameo Johnson in Lowertown before deciding the suspect may have defended himself.
Man shot to death in St. Paul, is city's third homicide victim in 4-day span
The man was shot multiple times and found by police at the intersection of Jackson Street and Wheelock Parkway.
One dead, another arrested after St. Paul stabbing
Authorities say suspect was taken into custody but released Saturday as the investigation continues.
North Minneapolis shooting victim identified as 18-year-old Anoka man
Minneapolis police believe he died after an illegal narcotics deal erupted in gunfire Thursday.
Man, who was 16 when he shot victim, pleads guilty to St. Paul murder days before jury trial
Daeshon Tucker was charged with killing a 24-year-old nearly two years ago.
6 kids arrested after armed robbery spree, 2 stolen vehicle crashes in Minneapolis
The suspects were boys and girls ages 11 to 14. Their arrests come less than a week after a 10-year-old was arrested in connection with buzzing a playground with a stolen car.
Citing statute of limitations, Ramsey County judge dismisses charge alleging rape in 2003
Prosecutors charged Shawn Skie last year, but a judge said such evidence surfaced too long after the allegations.
Nine years after his murder, Barway Collins returns to a community that won't forget him
Family and friends raised more than $21,000 to erect a statue in his honor near the last place where the 10-year-old was seen alive in 2015.
Man on electric scooter dies after being hit by SUV
Benjaman Nyman Walker was headed south on Nicollet Avenue near Interstate 494 in Richfield when he was struck by a Jeep Wrangler.
Woman killed in Lowertown shooting remembered by family as multitalented, caring artist
Police say Carrie Shobe Kwok was painting a mural when a Belle Plaine man shot her at random.
Police: Man killed St. Paul artist at random before he was fatally shot by police in Belle Plaine
The man was armed when shot, according to St. Paul police. Family has identified him as 29-year-old Seantrell Murdock.
Two killed, three wounded early Saturday in downtown Minneapolis shooting
Two other shootings early Saturday in Minneapolis left at least eight hit by gunfire.
