Brooklyn Park police report 'drastic increase' in violent crime at strip mall near Crystal Airport

Businesses in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota at a strip mall near the Crystal Airport closed early Thursday night in response to two shootings happening within two hours, according to the Brooklyn Park Police Department.

Survey: Most Minnesota teachers aren't ready to return to the classroom in fall

Most teachers in Minnesota do not feel safe returning to the classroom this fall, according to a survey from Education Minnesota, the union representing the largest number of teachers across the state.

Woman injured in Brooklyn Park shooting

A woman is expected to recover after she was injured in a shooting Wednesday night in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, according to Brooklyn Park police.

Juvenile injured in shooting near party in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

Police are investigating after a juvenile was found suffering from a gunshot wound Saturday night in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota.

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.

Otsego family elated by dog's return after going missing for nearly 6 months

It was a very difficult winter for an Otsego, Minnesota family. Weeks after losing their home to a fire, the Saarela family also lost their family pet.

Using video game, Twins fan broadcasts play-by-play of virtual season

Austin Thune of Brooklyn Park could not bear to be without the Twins. So, he got in the booth – actually his basement – to make a virtual season happen.

Brooklyn Park design engineer 3D prints inspiring ear savers for front line workers

After getting inspired by a design she saw online Jazmine Darden started making inspiring ear savers used to secure facemasks featuring inspiring messages.

Charges: Man shot at police officer in parking lot of Brooklyn Park Walmart

A 32-year-old Chaska, Minnesota man has been charged with three felonies after he allegedly shot at a Brooklyn Park police officer in the parking lot of the Walmart.

Brooklyn Park boys help rescue woman who fell through ice

Some Brooklyn Park boys were in the right place at the right time and potentially saved a woman’s life.

Police: Suspect shot after opening fire on officers at Walmart in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

Officers shot and injured a suspect after he opened fire on them in the parking lot of the Walmart Supercenter in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota Monday afternoon, police say.