Crash involving semi closes section of I-694 in Oakdale, Minnesota

Minnesota State Patrol is investigating a crash involving a semi truck on I-694 near 50th Street in Oakdale, Minnesota.

Forest Lake teacher accused of sexual assault of 2 former students

A Forest Lake middle school teacher is facing charges for sexually assaulting two students at his home, the Washington County attorney announced on Thursday.

Lawsuit: Woodbury paramedic claims city retaliated against him for refusing to inject resident with Ketamine

A Woodbury paramedic has filed a lawsuit against the city and its Fire Department accusing them of retaliation for refusing to inject ketamine into a subject as ordered by a police sergeant, a claim the city denies. 

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.

Authorities investigating large house fire in Oakdale, Minnesota

Authorities are investigating after a large fire significantly damaged a home Friday evening in Oakdale, Minnesota. 

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.