St. Paul weighs future of Flock cameras
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St. Paul City Council President Rebecca Noecker is calling for the city and county partners to end their contract with Flock amid concerns about license plate camera data and sharing.

NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal makes surprise Twin Cities appearance

Four-time NBA champion and Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal made a surprise visit to the Twin Cities on Monday for an appearance at Best Buy headquarters in Richfield.

Shaq shares a message with Twin Cities kids
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Four-time NBA champion and Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal made a surprise visit to the Twin Cities, appearing at Best Buy headquarters in Richfield.

Minneapolis police chief search ramps up with community listening sessions

The search for a new leader of the Minneapolis Police Department will start to take shape this week, with community listening sessions on the books to hear from residents.

Green Line extension prepares for 2027 opening
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The Southwest Light Rail project, also known as the METRO Green Line Extension, is moving another step closer to its expected 2027 opening. Metro Transit is conducting emergency safety drills at SouthWest Station in Eden Prairie as crews prepare for the new line. Metro Transit Chief Safety Officer Andrew Brody explains what the drills involve, what residents may see and hear, and where testing stands ahead of opening day.

Minneapolis residents weigh in on new police chief
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Minneapolis is ramping up its search for a new police chief with community listening sessions giving residents a chance to weigh in on the qualities they want in the department’s next leader.

St. Paul's push to end Flock camera contracts getting pushback from sheriff
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St. Paul City Council President Rebecca Noecker is pushing to end city and county contracts with Flock, an automated license plate reader company, over privacy and immigration-related concerns. Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher says ending use of ALPRs is not an option, and calls the technology one of the best he’s seen in his 40-year career. FOX 9's Emily Pofahl has more.

Minneapolis police tout Violent Criminal Apprehension Team arrest stats

A specialized unit with the Minneapolis Police Department says it’s now approaching nearly 100 arrests of suspects wanted in connection to violent crimes throughout the city since March.

Metro Transit Blue Line light rail trains set to reopen Thursday

The Metro Blue Line light rail trains between Target Field and Mall of America are reopening Thursday after months of construction.

Dress code ordinance passes in Minneapolis
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The Minneapolis City Council has passed an ordinance that requires establishments that serve alcohol and has a dress code to post that dress code. FOX 9's Maury Glover has more. 

Fraud suspect who tried to tamper witness sentenced
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A Feeding Our Future suspect who tried to tamper with a witness has been sentenced to 6.5 years in prison. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has more. 

New Feeding our Future suspect sentenced
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Another fraud perpetrator connected to the Feeding our Future scheme is headed to prison after being sentenced on Tuesday. FOX 9’s Mike Manzoni is live from the Hennepin County courtroom.

Costco to sell branded Medicare plans in new pilot program

Costco is partnering with nonprofit insurer SCAN Group to pilot Costco-branded Medicare plans that integrate coverage with several of the retailer’s health services.

Fraud in Minnesota: Suspect who tried to tamper witness gets 6.5 years in prison

A Lakeville man who admitted in court to his role in the Feeding our Future fraud scheme during the COVID-19 pandemic was sentenced Tuesday to more than six years in prison.

Minneapolis Park Board warns of layoffs, rec center cuts in 2027 budget fight

Minneapolis city leaders are debating the future of parks and recreation as a $3.1 million budget gap stirs concern about layoffs and service cuts.

Lime geofences downtown Minneapolis ahead of takeover, bans I-35W riders

Lime put restrictions in place on Wednesday to prevent another scooter takeover in Minneapolis while banning riders who rode scooters onto I-35W last weekend as part of a mass gathering in downtown.

St. Paul Mayor Her proposes 6.8% property tax levy
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St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her is proposing a 6.8% property tax levy increase as part of her 2027 budget, which she says would amount to about $58 more annually for the owner of a median-value home.