Stillwater, Minnesota prison on lockdown due to COVID-19 outbreak
The state prison in Stillwater, Minnesota is on lockdown due to an outbreak of COVID-19.
Inmate pleads guilty to 2018 murder of Stillwater corrections officer
The inmate accused of attacking and killing a Stillwater, Minnesota corrections officer in 2018 pleaded guilty to the murder Friday.
Gov. Walz begins listening tour with small businesses on pandemic's impact
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz started a series of listening sessions with small businesses owners to see what more the state can do to help them during the pandemic.
Pro-Trump boat parade fills waters of St. Croix River
Boaters on the St. Croix River were showing their support for President Donald Trump on Saturday.
Art program at Stillwater prison brings hope and healing following corrections officer's death
An idea two years in the making is taking shape inside the Stillwater prison. A correctional officer who works in the prison is bringing hope and healing to other officers and inmates through art.
Dozens rally in Stillwater after incident involving ‘Aryan Cowboys’ biker gang
A Muslim woman's experience while in Stillwater, Minnesota is prompting the city to come together to denounce hate.
Stillwater Mayor 'disturbed' after mother, daughter intimidated by possible biker gang at restaurant
In a social media post, a Muslim woman says a motorcycle gang intimidated her while she and her 4-year-old daughter were eating dinner in Stillwater, Minnesota Saturday.
Minnesota corrections officer on leave for comments made during moment of silence for George Floyd
A Minnesota corrections officers is on paid investigatory leave after an outburst during a moment of silence for George Floyd at the state prison in Stillwater earlier this week, a spokesperson for the state Department of Corrections confirmed to FOX 9.
Stillwater considering proposal to let restaurants expand patios, create 'refreshment' zones
A new City of Stillwater proposal would allow restaurants to use parking lots and street parking spaces to create new patio seating for customers in the anticipation that a June 1 reopening will likely come with occupancy restrictions.
Some Minnesota businesses prepare to open, others wait until June 1
It is the beginning of tourist season for destination towns like Stillwater, Minnesota, so a limited reopening for retailers starting Monday is coming just in time.
'Devastation doesn't even begin to cut it': Minnesota widow mourns loss of husband to COVID-19
A Minnesota family is grieving after a Stillwater man passed away this week from COVID-19.
Defense says tragedy, prosecution says crime as testimony in Washington Co. deputy's manslaughter trial begins
Wednesday marked the opening day of testimony in the manslaughter trial of a Washington County Sheriff’s Deputy.
Audit: Staff shortages affecting safety at Minnesota state prisons
The Office of the Legislative Auditor released a new report Wednesday that raises concerns about safety in Minnesota’s prison system.
Family's frustrations grow as court delays continue for inmate accused of murdering Stillwater corrections officer
For the past year and a half, the sisters of the late Corrections Officer Joseph Gomm say they have been showing up in court, hoping for one thing.
Man with Down Syndrome celebrates 30-year work anniversary at Washington County Government Center
The Washington County Board of Commissioners declared Tuesday Joel Loer Day to honor his 30 years of service to the county.
Inmate charged in murder of Stillwater prison corrections officer says he's competent for trial
The inmate charged in the murder of a Stillwater prison corrections officer says he is competent to stand trial.
Update: Missing Stillwater teen found safe
UPDATE: The missing teen was found safe.
Stillwater prepares for flooding
This soggy day only reminds the City of Stillwater what’s to come: a flood.
School districts finding ways to make up snow, cold days
School districts across Minnesota are trying to figure out when to make up the numerous cold and snow days that have already occurred this year. Some districts, like Hastings and Stillwater, are choosing to make Presidents Day next week a school day to make up for lost class time.
Minnesota lawmakers tour Stillwater prison
Minnesota lawmakers toured the Stillwater prison where a corrections officer died last year in an inmate assault.