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.

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.

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. 

Stillwater prepares for flooding
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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
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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
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Minnesota lawmakers toured the Stillwater prison where a corrections officer died last year in an inmate assault.

DOC Commissioner discusses prison safety after corrections officer murder
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Minnesota Department of Corrections Commissioner Tom Roy announced Friday the welding shop at the Minnesota Correctional Facility in Stillwater where Corrections Officer Joseph Gomm was killed will not be used again during his administration.?

Friend of slain correctional officer speaks out
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Officer Joseph Gomm's former colleague asks what could have been done differently before his friend was shot and killed Wednesday.

Prison employee talks about issues in system
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A Minnesota Correctional Facility employee talked to Fox 9 about the issues with discipline and staffing levels in the state's prison system.