MPR receives largest gift ever thanks to ‘anonymous donor’

Minnesota Public Radio announced Wednesday it has received an anonymous gift of $56 million - the largest cash donation in the organization’s 55-year history.

‘Funeral procession’ being held for 160 trees scheduled for removal in St. Paul

More than 150 trees have been marked for removal along Cleveland Avenue in both Falcon Heights and St. Paul, but before they’re gone tree lovers will hold a funeral for them.

Neighbors upset over 150 trees scheduled for removal in St. Paul
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More than 150 trees have been marked for removal along Cleveland Avenue in both Falcon Heights and St. Paul, and some neighbors are hoping the plan construction plan that's removing them might spare a few.

Minneapolis man shot at police, fled in high-speed chase: charges

A Minneapolis man has been charged after he allegedly shot at police multiple times and fled in a vehicle at nearly 100 mph.

Large fire burns building near Fort Snelling in Minnesota

A former officers' building that is being converted to veteran and low-income housing at the abandoned Upper Post at Fort Snelling was torched by a fire on Thursday.

59 Minnesota lawmakers aren't seeking re-election, most since 1970

It'll be a different looking Minnesota Legislature in 2023, as a total of 59 members of Minnesota's Congress will not seek re-election - the most since 1970.

St. Paul Police Chief celebrates retirement, final ride with son
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One his last day on the job St. Paul Police chief Todd Axtell closed a long career with his son ? a sergeant on the force as well.

Fresh faces expected at Minnesota capitol next year
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A total of 59 members of Minnesota?s Congress will not seek reelection, setting the scene for a wave of fresh faces at the Minnesota Legislature next year ? the most since 1970.

St. Paul Police Chief Todd Axtell marks his last day with SPPD

Chief Todd Axtell marked his last day with the St. Paul Police Department on Wednesday, calling his 33-year career "rewarding and wonderful."

Todd Axtell retires from St. Paul Police Department
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Chief Todd Axtell market his last day with the St. Paul Police Department on Wednesday, June 1. He says his more than 30-year career has been "rewarding and wonderful." Wednesday was proclaimed Todd Axtell Day in Minnesota and St. Paul. He shared his final patrol with his son, a member of the St. Paul Police Department.

Strawberries sold at Minnesota store linked to a case of hepatitis A

The Minnesota Department of Health issued a warning advising people that strawberries from FreshKampo and HEB have been linked to a case of hepatitis A. 

It'll be Walz vs. Jensen for Minnesota governor as Stanek, Hepola exit

The stage is nearly set for incumbent DFL Gov. Tim Walz to take on Republican challenger Dr. Scott Jensen in the Minnesota governor's race this fall.

Pedestrian killed in early morning crash on Marshall Avenue Bridge

A man died early Saturday morning after he was struck by a vehicle on the Marshall Avenue Bridge in St. Paul, according to the St. Paul Police Department.

Surveillance shows drop in COVID viral load in Twin Cities sewage

Wastewater surveillance shows there has been a drop in the viral load of COVID-19 in Twin Cities sewage, suggesting COVID-19 cases will begin trending lower. 

St. Paul man pleads guilty to illegally acquiring gun used in deadly St. Paul bar shooting

A St. Paul man has pleaded guilty to illegally purchasing guns, including one used in a deadly shooting at a St. Paul bar this past October, U.S. Attorney Andy Lugar announced Thursday. 

Minnesota Songkran Festival this weekend celebrating Thai culture
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It's a free event at the Minnesota State Capitol this weekend that celebrates Thai food and culture in honor of the Thai new year. FOX 9's Hannah Flood met with T-pop group 4MIX to give a preview of some of the entertainment at this weekend's event.