St. Francis police: Rumors that student threatened middle school were 'fabricated'
St. Francis police say rumors that accused a middle school student of making threats against the school were meritless and “fabricated" by other students.
Driver in fatal Andover crash involving school bus identified
According to a GoFundMe account established by a family friend, the driver of the pick-up truck has been identified as Dustin King.
1 killed as school bus collides with pickup truck in Andover
A driver was killed after a pickup truck collided with a school bus in Anoka County on Tuesday morning.
9-month-old baby with rare condition can’t blink or smile
Victoria’s LaBrie's youngest daughter, 9-month-old Hazel, has an extremely rare neurological condition affecting facial nerves and muscles.
Rep. Hortman special election: Xp Lee wins District 34B seat
A special election to fill the seat left vacant by the death of Rep. Melissa Hortman has resulted in voters selecting former Brooklyn Park City Council member Xp Lee to represent District 34B in the north metro.
22 arrested for trying to pay for soliciting minors in Blaine
Blaine police arrested 22 people for soliciting minors for sex in Blaine at the beginning of September.
Coon Rapids triple murder sends Fridley man to prison for life
A man who was seen on surveillance footage disguised as a package delivery driver at the scene of a triple murder will spend the rest of his life in prison after a judge sentenced him to life without parole.
Blue heron rescued from tangled fishing line in Columbia Heights
What started as a Saturday morning on a Twin Cities lake for a man and his kids turned into a rescue operation to save a bird’s life.
Northstar train crash injures 1, buses replace route
The Northstar train struck a vehicle that was stopped on the tracks in Coon Rapids, sending the vehicle's driver to the hospital.
Hoffman helpers honored for response after lawmakers shootings
The “Guns and Hoses" golf fundraiser focused on first responders, but especially Champlin’s team that went to Sen. John Hoffman’s house on June 14.
Rep. Hortman special election: Xp Lee wins DFL primary to fill vacant seat
The primary results are in for who could be the north metro district's next representative.
Krispy Kreme plans October 2025 opening in Fridley
Those still mourning the loss of a longstanding institution in Columbia Heights for their morning fix will have another option this fall, with Krispy Kreme slated to open in Fridley in October.
Amber Alert canceled, 3-week-old boy found safe after abduction in Columbia Heights
A 3-week-old baby was found safe after police say a woman abducted the child, prompting an Amber Alert to be issued on Wednesday afternoon.
Metro Transit slated to end Northstar train service in January
Metro Transit is planning to end Northstar commuter train service and switch over to a bus service starting in January, according to Metropolitan Council documents.
Animal Humane Society seeks more photographers to help pets get adopted
One couple at the Animal Humane Society Coon Rapids location shared some of their favorite aspects of introducing animals ready for adoption to the world.
Coon Rapids Walmart closing in August, affecting 176 employees
The Coon Rapids Walmart is set to close near the end of the month, resulting in the layoff of approximately 176 employees.
Someone threw firework toward crowd at Anoka County Fair; police seek information
Multiple people were injured when someone threw a large firework toward a group of people at the Anoka County Fair. Now the authorities are asking for the public's help.
MN construction: Weekend closures for I-94, I-35E, and more
Three major highway closures in Minnesota could make your weekend plans a little difficult. Here's a look ahead to the weekend.