Half of Minnesota Zoo reindeer herd killed by seasonal disease, other half infected
Half of the reindeer herd at the Minnesota Zoo has died in recent weeks from a seasonal disease and the remaining members of the herd are also infected and are now being isolated from the zoo’s other animals, according to officials.
Search for missing plane now focused on water-filled quarry on Grey Cloud Island
Search crews combed the water in a rural part of Washington County Monday morning after a small plane went missing Sunday afternoon.
The Hat Man: Apple Valley man spreading message of positivity through quirky hat collection
An Apple Valley man’s colorful collection of crazy caps he wears when he leaves the house is bringing some smiles and laughter to his community.
Early September chill has some Minnesotans turning on the heat
A recent early September chill had some Minnesotans reaching for the thermostat, even if they're not completely willing to admit it.
Businesses, nonprofits impacted by unrest encouraged to apply for SBA disaster loan
Businesses and nonprofits impacted by the civil unrest following the death of George Floyd are encouraged to apply for a disaster loan through the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Eagan Police to use bait cars to help nab catalytic converter thieves
The Eagan Police Department is issuing a crime alert after a recent spike in catalytic converter thefts.Since April, Eagan police say they have recorded 76 thefts, with Hondas and Toyota Priuses being frequent targets.
Man charged in deadly West St. Paul shooting of young mother
A 21-year-old West St. Paul man has been charged in connection to a shooting that left one woman dead, according to the Dakota County Attorney's Office.
Shooting leaves woman dead in West St. Paul, man in custody
A woman was killed in a shooting Friday night in West St. Paul, Minnesota.
Minnesota's Teacher of the Year prepares classroom for hybrid learning model
As students across the state adapt to virtual learning, some teachers are preparing for a hybrid model, allowing some students to still get an in-person experience.
Teen dies after shooting in Burnsville, Minnesota
A 17-year-old boy has died after he was shot on Aug. 22 in Burnsville, Minnesota.
Man pleads guilty to throwing Molotov cocktails at government building in Apple Valley
A Savage, Minnesota man accused of throwing Molotov cocktails at a government building in Apple Valley pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting arson, according to the District of Minnesota U.S. Attorney's Office.
Filling the State Fair music void: "Relief Sessions Series" headed to Burnsville
If you're feeling nostalgic for the 2020 Minnesota State Fair bandshell shows, there's a great concert series headed to Burnsville to help fill that place in your heart. The Relief Sessions Summer Concert Series kicks off Thursday and runs for 12 days. Organizer and performer Mick Sterling joined the Buzz to chat about how these concerts are supporting artists and bringing music back to the Twin Cities.
Police: Minor hurt in shooting overnight in Burnsville, Minn.
Police now say a minor was hurt in an early morning shooting in Burnsville, Minnesota on Saturday.
Charges: 35-year-old shot, killed man in South St. Paul street after heated argument
A 35-year-old Newport man has been charged in connection with a shooting Monday morning that left a 33-year-old dead and another seriously injured.
1 dead, 1 injured in overnight shooting in South St. Paul, Minnesota
Two people were shot, one fatally, in South St. Paul, Minnesota early Monday morning.
3 people evaluated for injuries after lightning hits park shelter in Lakeville, Minnesota
Three people were evaluated for injuries Saturday in Lakeville, Minnesota after a park shelter was struck by lightning as a line of storms pushed through the state.
Fourth grade teacher from Echo Park Elementary wins 2020 Minnesota Teacher of the Year
A fourth grade teacher from an elementary school in Burnsville is the 2020 Minnesota Teacher of the Year.
Suspected burglary ends in fatal crash in Hampton Township, Minnesota
A reported burglary in Hampton Township, Minnesota ended in a fatal crash Thursday morning, according to the Dakota County Sheriff's Office.
3 arrested in kidnapping of 19-year-old woman in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota
Three people have been taken into custody following a kidnapping of a 19-year-old woman in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota Wednesday night.
Decomposed body found along Highway 13 in Burnsville, Minnesota
Authorities are investigating after a decomposed body was found Wednesday along Highway 13 in Burnsville, Minnesota.