Spacecraft to send Apple Valley artist's painting to the moon
Two space flights will blast off later this year with some special cargo on board. The spacecrafts will carry works of art from around the world to the moon. For the first time ever, this collection will include artwork by women.
Farm Babies back at Minnesota Zoo both in-person, virtually
Farm Babies is back at the Minnesota Zoo this spring after it was moved to a virtual event last year after the zoo closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Missing: Apple Valley man last seen Friday morning
Police are asking for help finding a missing man who was last seen Friday morning in Apple Valley, Minnesota.
2 dead, 1 hospitalized after shooting in Apple Valley, Minnesota
Two people are dead and one is in the hospital after a shooting at an apartment building in Apple Valley, Minnesota Wednesday night.
Endangered baby Malayan tapir born at Minnesota Zoo over the summer
A baby Malayan tapir was born at the Minnesota Zoo over the summer.
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.
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.
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.
Police: Speeding car crashes into Apple Valley townhouse after evading officers
A speeding car crashed into an Apple Valley townhouse, leaving one of the car’s passengers hospitalized early Sunday morning.
Minnesota Zoo reopening to public on July 24
The Minnesota Zoo announced it is opening next weekend for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic forced it to close to visitors in March.
Rallies in Twin Cities mark Juneteenth, call for police changes, slavery reparations
In the wake of George Floyd's death, Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating when slaves in Texas first learned of the Emancipation Proclamation, took on a stronger meaning on Friday.
Governor: Minnesota Zoo at risk of closing without financial help
The Minnesota Zoo is asking the state Legislature for $6 million to cover attendance losses from the COVID-19-related shutdown and reopen to the public.
Postal workers from Minneapolis branch damaged in fire show support for Black Lives Matter
Dozens of postal workers came together on Sunday, standing in solidarity with the movement to bring justice for George Floyd.
Minnesota men federally charged for throwing Molotov cocktails into Dakota Co. government building
Two men are facing federal charges after throwing Molotov cocktails into a Dakota County government building in the early hours of Friday morning.
Reports of damage to businesses, buildings in cities surrounding Minneapolis and St. Paul following protests
While the majority of destruction from violent protests in response to the death of George Floyd happened in Minneapolis and St. Paul, surrounding cities also experienced reports of damage Thursday overnight into Friday.
Minnesota Zoo laying off staff, suspending seasonal hiring in face of COVID-19 pandemic
The Minnesota Zoo says staff reductions have become necessary due to the current situation created by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has forced the zoo to close and cancel or postpone many of its programs and events.
Police help ‘embarassed’ man remove handcuffs after couple loses key
An Apple Valley police officer assisted a couple had to call police after losing the key to a pair of handcuffs Wednesday.
With Minnesota Zoo closed, Farm Babies goes virtual
With the Minnesota Zoo temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the popular springtime event, Farm Babies, is going virtual.
Unlikely friendships forming at Minnesota Zoo amid COVID-19 closure
During the temporary closure of the Minnesota Zoo, some unlikely friendships are forming among the animals.
Police: Untreated mental health symptoms 'likely' played role in Apple Valley shooting
Apple Valley police investigators believe the shooter's untreated struggle with mental health issues may have played a role in Saturday's deadly incident in which he killed two family members and then died by suicide.