West Metro
Black family's new Delano home scarred by racist graffiti
Members of a black family, targeted by racist graffiti spray-painted on their new house, are moving to where they feel more accepted, supporters say. The home also was burglarized, and the builder said a note was left that said, "Next time it's going to be fire."
West Metro
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Richfield residents, businesses prepare for major reconstruction of 66th Street corridor
The road work on the popular artery will begin March 27 and end in 2019.
West Metro
Seven charges for man who fled police, crashed into school bus
Argeni Fernandez hit the school bus Tuesday morning in Robbinsdale
West Metro
Feds link recent Twin Cities Jewish threats to one person
Authorities urge reporting, applaud resiliency after threats.
West Metro
New Hennepin County pilot program boosts staff investigating, prosecuting youth sex trafficking
A new prosecutor and investigator are expected to start work in the spring.
West Metro
Defense objects to Edina grad's UW expulsion over sex crime charges
The attorney said the university's process was unfair to his client, has vowed to appeal.
South Metro
Online searches led serial burglar to metro homes while residents were out
The longtime criminal connected the dots, starting with license plates of people parked outside Guthrie and Chanhassen theaters.
South Metro
Documentando el Odio: Comparte tu historia
No existen datos confiables sobre la naturaleza o prevalencia de crímenes e incidentes de odio. Por eso necesitamos tu ayuda.
South Metro
Documenting Hate: Tell us your story
There is no reliable national data on the nature or prevalence of hate crimes and bias incidents, so we need your help.
Music
Orono debates tightening rules for special events after Lorie Line shows
The proposal would require a special event permit for a home that hosts four or more such events a year.
West Metro
Overhaul of Richfield's 66th Street subject of open house
Within the next few weeks, Hennepin County will begin rebuilding a long segment of 66th Street in Richfield, and it's likely to bring traffic hassles for at least two construction seasons.
Music
Nearly a year after Prince's death, heirs are still grappling with his estate
The six disagree over payment of attorneys' fees and bank's role in distributing assets.
West Metro
Officer's stolen gun was used in Minnetonka park and ride killing
Marcus Hallmark shot Thomas John Russ as they fixed a flat tire on March 3
Eat & Drink
St. Louis Park's first distillery room opens with vodka, whiskey and something called 'vodskey'
Copperwing Distillery has unveiled its young whiskey and more.
West Metro
SWLRT critics say Minnehaha watershed had conflict of interest in permit approval
Minnehaha Creek agency is accused of conflict of interest over land sale.
South Metro
Historic abandoned island in Carver County prepares to welcome new visitors
Coney Island in Lake Waconia, once a summer attraction, will become part of a new park.
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