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.
East Ridge High School acapella group serenades Woodbury Senior Living residents
In a courtyard at Woodbury Senior Living, the sound of music fills the air, but this impromptu performance is more than just a mini-concert.
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.
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.
'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.
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.
MDH Commissioner: 89 confirmed COVID-19 cases 'just the tip of the iceberg'
Minnesota’s Department of Health commissioner said the state’s 89 confirmed COVID-19 cases are “just the tip of the iceberg.”
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.
Altercation leaves 2 shot, 1 injured at hotel in Oakdale, Minnesota
Two people were shot and another was injured in an altercation early Saturday morning in Oakdale, Minnesota.
Jury views video of shooting in second day of Washington County deputy's manslaughter trial
In the second day of testimony in the manslaughter trial of a Washington County Sheriff's deputy, jurors got to see and hear the fatal shooting of a suicidal man and the negotiations that led up to the incident.
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.
Fire causes significant damage to Oakdale, Minn. home
A Saturday afternoon fire caused significant damage to a family home in Oakdale, Minnesota.
Judge rules on evidence as Washington County deputy prepares for trial in deadly on-duty shooting
A Twin Cities metro law enforcement officer is headed to trial in less than two weeks for an on-duty killing.
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.
Firefighters rescue 2 dogs from Forest Lake house fire, but 1 dies from injuries
Firefighters in Forest Lake, Minnesota say two dogs were safely rescued from a house fire Saturday night and another dog died Sunday morning.
Police warn shoppers to stay vigilant as card skimmers are found at Lunds & Byerlys self-checkout kiosks
The Minnesota BCA and local police are investigating multiple reports of credit card skimmers found at grocery stores including Lunds & Byerlys.
Elementary students learn about sustainable farming through aquaponics program
Elementary school students at St. Jude on the Lake Catholic School in Mahtomedi are learning about sustainable farming systems by raising fish and growing plants in an aquaponics system.