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. 

Reports of damage to businesses, buildings in cities surrounding Minneapolis and St. Paul following protests

While the majority of destruction from violent protests in response to the death of George Floyd happened in Minneapolis and St. Paul, surrounding cities also experienced reports of damage Thursday overnight into Friday. 

6 arrested during protests at Oakdale home of officer involved in George Floyd's death

Police arrested six people as they worked to break up a protest on Wednesday outside an Oakdale, Minnesota home believed to belong to the officer involved in George Floyd's death.

Protesters gather in Oakdale neighborhood of officer believed to be involved in Floyd death

More than 100 protesters have gathered in a neighborhood in Oakdale, Minnesota near the home of an officer, who is believed to be involved in the death of George Floyd.

County fairs: Which ones are canceled, still on or waiting to make a decision

While the status of this year’s Minnesota State Fair remains uncertain, many county fairs across the state have already been canceled over coronavirus concerns. 

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.

Charges: Kidnapper demanded $5,000, threatened to kill abducted woman

A Minnesota woman is now reunited with her family after authorities say she was kidnapped, pistol-whipped and held for ransom, according to the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office.

8 Minnesota counties now have over 100 COVID-19 cases

Eight counties in Minnesota now have more than 100 cases of COVID-19, while nine counties still have no confirmed cases of the disease. 

Creating a new business plan - Birchwood Cafe owner reflects on COVID-19 changes
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In a matter of weeks, Twin Cities restaurant hot spots have worked around the clock to develop a whole new way of feeding guests. Birchwood Cafe owner Tracy Singleton joined the Morning Buzz to chat about pivoting her business to pickup and delivery, selling groceries, and how COVID-19 is impacting plans for a brand new restaurant.

Police investigating murder-suicide after siblings found dead in Forest Lake, Minnesota

Police are investigating a murder-suicide after a woman was found dead in a home Saturday night in Forest Lake, Minnesota. A man was found dead nearby shortly thereafter.

State Patrol seeking SUV that ran over, killed Oakdale woman in Maplewood hit-and-run crash

The Minnesota State Patrol is asking for the public’s help in locating a vehicle suspected to be involved in a hit-and-run crash that left a woman dead in Maplewood earlier this month.

People recovering from addiction warn isolation can lead to relapse

Being in isolation amid the coronavirus pandemic can be hard on anyone. But for someone in recovery, isolation can lead them down the road to relapse.

Jury finds Minnesota deputy not guilty in 2018 shooting of suicidal EMT

A jury has found Washington County Deputy Brian Krook not guilty of second-degree manslaughter in the deadly shooting of 23-year-old Benjamin Evans in Lake Elmo, Minnesota.