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.
Search warrant: Man with suspected mental illness killed mom, brother, dogs before turning gun on himself
A man with a possible mental illness is believed to have shot and killed his brother and his mom as well as the two family dogs before turning the gun on himself at the family’s home in Apple Valley, Minnesota over the weekend, according to a search warrant.
Apparent murder-suicide shooting leaves 3 dead in quiet Apple Valley, Minn. neighborhood
Three people were found dead in a home in Apple Valley, Minnesota on Saturday in what police are calling "acts of family violence."
Popular deacon at Apple Valley church receives emergency stay, avoids deportation
Gladys Mbonifor is happiest singing at her church. Thanks to an emergency stay from a judge, she will get to stay in the United States for now.
Minnesota Zoo sea otter recovering from first-of-its-kind flipper amputation
A sea otter at the Minnesota Zoo is back on exhibit after recovering from what is believed to be the first flipper amputation ever performed on that species.
Minnesota Zoo partnering with Australian zoo to help wildlife affected by wildfires
The Minnesota Zoo is partnering with a zoo in Australia to help the wildlife affected by the wildfires burning there.