Fights involving group of juveniles spark panic during Oakdale Summerfest fireworks show

Police said a series of fights involving a large group of "unruly juveniles" sparked panic during the Oakdale Summerfest fireworks Saturday night, though no injuries were reported.

'I grabbed my son and ran': SUV crashes into Woodbury townhomes, causes gas leak

Neighbors in Woodbury were forced out of their homes late Saturday night after an SUV crashed into multiple townhomes, causing a gas leak and widespread damage.

Woodbury SUV crash triggers gas leak, forces 16 townhomes to evacuate
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Neighbors in Woodbury were forced out of their homes late Saturday night after an SUV crashed into multiple town homes, causing a gas leak and widespread damage. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the story.

Woodbury crash: Driver crashes into multiple townhomes, causing gas leak

Multiple townhomes in Woodbury were damaged when a driver struck them with a vehicle, causing a gas line to rupture and some residents to evacuate their homes.

Texas brothers plead guilty in $8M cryptocurrency kidnapping in MN

The armed kidnapping and robbery of a family in Grant, Minn., that canceled a high school football game and saw more than $8 million in cryptocurrency being stolen resulted in guilty pleas from two Texas brothers who admitted to threatening the family at gunpoint.

DNA genealogy names victim in Washington Co. cold case
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DNA genealogy has identified the body of the victim of a 33-year-old cold case in Washington County. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more. 

Washington County cold case: DNA genealogy names victim 33 years after dismemberment
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Washington County investigators used DNA and genealogy to identify a woman dismembered in 1993 as Denise Hartley. The case remained unsolved for 33 years, with body parts found at two lakes 40 miles apart. Investigators now face new questions as they search for Hartley’s killer and connect with her past acquaintances. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story.

Washington County cold case: DNA genealogy names victim 33 years after dismemberment

DNA technology led to a breakthrough in a Minnesota cold case when a woman's dismembered remains were identified more than 30 years after authorities began investigating her death.

Oakdale couple accused of sex crimes involving teen found hidden in cardboard box: Charges

An Oakdale couple is accused of sex crimes involving a 14-year-old girl who authorities found hidden in a cardboard box inside their home, according to a criminal complaint.

White Bear Lake hold dedication for MN soldier killed in Iran operation

A special dedication was held on Memorial Day in White Bear Lake to honor the life of a Minnesota soldier who lost her life during the operation in Iran.

Sandwich shop opens in Stillwater by 20-year-old entrepreneur

A young entrepreneur is making waves in Stillwater with the launch of a new sandwich shop in a converted bank building.

New gourmet sandwich shop opens in Stillwater
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A new gourmet sandwich shop in Stillwater is owned by a 20-year-old entrepreneur who is betting on himself. FOX 9’s Maury Glover has the story. 

Gov. Walz previews fishing opener weekend in Stillwater
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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz joins FOX 9 to preview the 2026 Fishing Opener, the unofficial kickoff to summer across the state. Thousands of anglers are expected on the water as Walz highlights the importance of fishing to Minnesota’s economy. The governor discusses plans to go fishing with legislative leaders and his family during the weekend. 

MN fishing opener is this Saturday: What to know
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Brian Nerbonne with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources joined FOX 9 All Day to preview the Minnesota Fishing Opener this weekend.

Man accused of posing as teen at White Bear Lake High School misses court

A 22-year-old man who authorities say used bogus documentation to enroll at White Bear Lake Area High School failed to appear in court, leading to a warrant to be issued for his arrest.

Black bear spotted in Cottage Grove neighborhood

A black bear was spotted roaming around in a Cottage Grove neighborhood on Friday, according to authorities.

Adult posing as teen at White Bear Lake High School charged with forgery

The 22-year-old man who reportedly posed as a teenager and enrolled at White Bear Lake Area High School in September 2025 is now facing felony charges.