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Judge rules Dakota County fur farm can keep one wolf
Appeals court ruling that fur farm owner can have one wolf may have ended the dispute, but not the controversy.
Family-run farm store in Rosemount marks 90 years by changing with the times
Fluegel's Farm, Garden and Pets is an institution, connecting the rural and suburban.
Lakeville poised to annex more of Eureka Township's airport
Eureka Township may lose 120 acres of Airlake Airport property over water and sewer issues.
Hastings fire chief under investigation, on paid leave
Mike Schutt has been on paid administrative leave since Aug. 30.
Man drives car into group in Mankato, injuring six
Police say motorist was believed to be under the influence.
Officer should not have shot Damond, county attorney says
Neighbors pressed the Hennepin County attorney about police, investigators' handling of the police shooting during a Minneapolis neighborhood forum Sunday.
Man is shot to death on St. Paul's North End in city's 16th homicide
The injured man was dropped off at Regions Hospital but didn't survive the shooting.
14-year-old girl dies in fall from cliff on North Shore
Two people died in recreational accidents within 5 miles of Tettegouche State Park on the North Shore of Lake Superior on Sunday, according to Lake County officials.
Six aboard Air Reserve bus injured in I-94 crash near Monticello
The bus, carrying military personnel, rolled over while the semi veered into a ditch.
Burnsville boots massage business, citing Minneapolis' license denial and more
City says the manager of Burnsville Bodyworks failed to disclose that Minneapolis had denied her a license, citing human trafficking concerns.
St. Paul police are first in state to use app to help the vulnerable
Vitals is designed to supply first-responders and officers with data about a person's diagnosis, medications and caregiver contact information, plus suggested ways to calm the person down.
Books defaced with anti-Semitic writing at West St. Paul library
West St. Paul library has had anti-Semitic writings show up in borrowed materials before.
Dakota County Buddhist temple draws thousands for inauguration of pond
Watt Munisotaram temple in Dakota County inaugurated a new reflection pond.
Dakota County Fair visitors upset by Confederate flags as prizes
Midway prize angers some fairgoers; game booth pulls "symbol of hatred."
Memorial service held for Minnehaha Academy receptionist Ruth Berg
Ruth Berg, 47, was remembered as a big-hearted friend, family member and employee.
Lake Calhoun vigil denounces racism, supports for Charlottesville victims
1,000 people braved the rain at Lake Calhoun to denounce racism.
Small Minnesota airports prepare for a Super Bowl frenzy
Metro's small airports are adding employees, de-icing tools, parking spaces.
Obituary: Bruce Larson had quirky alter ego as 'Kaiser of Frogtown'
Bruce Larson spent half his life tromping around St. Paul dressed as a 19th century European ruler, complete with medals, a spiked helmet and bushy…
Fake Twin Cities street signs warn of 'easily startled' police
At least two orange street signs reading "Warning: Twin Cities police easily startled" were seen in the Twin Cities Sunday.
With yurts, campers and Wi-Fi, millennials fuel Minn. camping boom
With more people seeking affordable trips close to home, the outdoors is calling.
Belle Plaine ends debate by eliminating "free speech zone" in park
Statue with cross removed; satanic sculpture forestalled.
Satanic monument in Belle Plaine prompts weekend rallies of protest, support
On Saturday, two groups will take a public stance on the first satanic monument erected on public land in the U.S.
Burnsville apartment project stalled amid legal troubles with strip mall
Burnsville officials had expected to break ground this summer on a long-planned, high-end apartment project, one of just two multifamily buildings the City Council has approved since 2004. Instead, the city and developer have tabled the project as they brace for a court fight with the owners of a nearby strip mall.
Two tornadoes touch down in Blue Earth County; no injuries
One tornado touched down at 10:25 p.m. about 2 miles northwest of Lake Crystal. A second hit 10 minutes later about 6 miles north of the same lake.
West St. Paul, South St. Paul restrict housing for disabled
Officials from the Dakota County cities say residents who get rent help and support services exhaust city resources.
LRT trains are rolling again in downtown Mpls. after 11-day fix
The affected stations were between Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium. Since June 22, passengers who normally use those stops have had to walk, bike or ride supplementary buses.
Trees vandalized in Burnsville; it's second such incident in Dakota County in three months
The vandalism found in Burnsville is the county's second such incident in the past three months.
Dakota County granted $6M repair of Byllesby Dam from Legislature
Dakota County asked for funding last year to replace the dam's turbines but didn't get it.
Pride rally, festival in Minn. carry theme of national movement
Equality march, a suburban fest, then the Queer Prom kicked off the Twin Cities' celebration.
Pool of funds helps landlords take risk on tenants
Tight rental market is squeezing out many.
Pilot Knob in Dakota County is designated historic site
After a nearly 15-year wait, the sacred place has been added to the National Register of Historic Places.
Carver County Historical Society scores trove of Paisley Park photos
The photos, taken by a friend, capture Prince's home at a time when no pictures were allowed.
Study finds five Dakota County corridors ripe for transit
Study finds pent-up demand for options.
After 9 years and $3.9 million, Dakota County closes on long-awaited nature parcel
Darvan Acres, 108-acres of land in Inver Grove Heights, now has its conservation easement.
Inmates, Dakota County struggle with transit from jail in Hastings
It's enough of a concern that county officials are now meeting to look at the problem, which has some hitchhiking or walking along Hwy. 55.
Surdyk's would pay more but close for fewer days under deal
Under a new proposed deal with the city, Jim Surdyk would pay a $50,000 fine and Surdyk's Liquor in northeast Minneapolis would close on three Sundays in July.
Forest Lake expected to pass contract to keep local police force
Move would overturn vote that led to protests by residents, students.
Growing Coptic Christian churches find a home in Twin Cities
Safe from violent persecution, they worship and build community among their burgeoning ranks.
Firefighter sues Eagan, says he was demoted because he's gay
Dan Benson, an Eagan firefighter, believes he was demoted because he is gay.
Speaker challenges vaccines amid Twin Cities measles outbreak
Activist drew a crowd of 90 mostly Somali parents even as measles outbreak continues.
Obituary: Dr. John Moyer, cancer specialist and professor
Dr. John Moyer's knowledge of toxic chemicals, gleaned during WWII, helped him save lives.Moyer, who served in the Army Medical Corps during the war, learned…
Dakota County welcomes 8 miles of new trails along rivers
The two new segments will showcase the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers.
Edina student's Snapchat post of BB gun photo draws police response
The unidentified middle school student made the post Sunday afternoon and police responded soon after.
Burnsville venue drops play by biracial writer over 'Mulatto' in title
The Chameleon Theatre Circle calls the actions of city-owned Ames Center censorship.
Bill would protect 185 parties that dumped trash in Burnsville landfill
They wouldn't have to pay for the $70 million cleanup if a bill under consideration at the Capitol survives opposition from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
West St. Paul to buy problem property from homeowner rather than boot her
The city has agreed to buy Leann Broadbent's house, ending threat of messy legal battle after 157 police calls in 5 years.
St. Paul shooting victims mourned as domestic violence is condemned
Vigil at Lake Phalen combined grief with warnings for women, families to speak up about abuse.
Prior Lake crash leaves one dead, three injured
A 76-year-old Shakopee man died Sunday night in Prior Lake after he pulled in front of a truck, the collision's impact sending his vehicle into…
First garbage-to-ethanol plant in U.S. proposed for Inver Grove Heights
Enerkem, a Canadian company, delivered preliminary plans for the $200 million biofuel facility at an Inver Grove Heights City Council meeting in February.
State Rep. Liebling announces bid for governor
She is the fifth DFLer to join the race; healthcare is an area of expertise, she says.
Mendota Heights officer suspended for third time
Driver's license database used inappropriately.
Victoria residents roiled over council members' legal fees
City paid $43K in legal fees for council members who broke open-meeting law.
New automated henhouse yields golden egg for Twin Cities-area farmer
A modern new henhouse is paying off at Brand Farms in Empire Township.
A horse tale of loyalty and compassion in Hastings
This Old Horse makes room for two blind mares and their young injured friend.
Delano kicks off anti-racism campaign with candlelight vigil
More than 1,000 residents gathered Sunday night to show their support of a local black family whose home was broken into and spray-painted with racial slurs a week earlier.
Minnesota soccer fans celebrate first Loons home game amid snowflakes, cold
Snowstorm didn't scare off 35,000 die-hard supporters.
Arbitrator upholds firing Mendota Heights cop
An arbitrator said Sgt. Bobby Lambert's dismissal took place during his probationary period.
West St. Paul threatens to bar family from home over police complaints
Homeowner LeeAnn Broadbent says racism is behind the complaints.
Two men fall through ice in East Bethel — twice
A pair of snowmobilers in East Bethel had to learn the same cold lesson twice on Sunday — thin ice is no joke.
Farmington axes funding for city's preservation commission
City Council blames budget cuts, reluctance to raise taxes for move.
Veteran brings energy — and nearly 100 new members — to Eagan American Legion
John Flynn's calls paid off, with about nine out of 10 veterans he contacted joining, in just one sign of Post 594's renaissance.
Maplewood to address nightclub's future after 60 gunshots Saturday
Emergency meeting called after 60 shots were fired.
Stakeholders tapped for $64 million Burnsville landfill cleanup
Cleanup of the closed Burnsville site could cost $64 million.
Minnesota Zoo revamps how it reaches out to low-income families, and they respond
A new program brought in 63 percent more low-income visitors in 2016
Judge: Prejudice fueled Burnsville crackdown on mobile homes
The city's crackdown on carports, awnings and visible garbage cans at a mobile home park was because of ethnic and class prejudice, a judge ruled.
Local UPS store owner returns priceless package to veteran's son
Owner of UPS Store finds rightful recipient of mementos.
Twin Cities is a hothouse for icy sport of curling
Curling is spreading across the metro area, with hundreds of new aficionados at one of four new facilities that have sprung up in the past five years.
Facebook atwitter over friendly fox sightings in southern Minnesota
A friendly pet fox named Notchi has gone missing from his Lakeville home and is gallivanting across southern Minnesota, despite multiple run-ins with humans, a social media campaign and a $1,000 reward for his return.
Delta computer glitch cancels 150 flights across the country
Travelers delayed at MSP, across the nation.
Dakota County Technical College may offer bachelor's degrees
Plan to expand Dakota County school's mission a response to filling a need in local industries.
Unidentified 'woman' in selfie with senators is, well, our senator
A photo of a beaming, bespectacled woman in a yellow coat attending President Trump's inauguration Friday made the rounds on social media this weekend, inspiring laughs and cries of sexism.
Twin Cities writers join nationwide 'literary protests' against Trump
Poets and playwrights joined national protest against man they see as a free-speech threat.
Ouster of West St. Paul city manager reveals divisions on City Council
The city manager will receive about $115,000 as part of the separation agreement.
Minnesota Zoo scores volunteering award
3 million hours of time and energy have been given freely since the zoo opened in 1978.
West St. Paul city manager resigns after calls to step down
The former mayor said Matt Fulton didn't always take direction well.
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