West Metro
Can Lake Minnetonka's Big Island problem be fixed?
Booze and loud music are the least of the worries after a mysterious outbreak sickened 116 people who had been in the water during the July 4th weekend.
West Metro
Collision with Metro Transit bus in west metro leaves car's driver dead
The crash occurred on Olson Hwy. to the east of Hwy. 100.
West Metro
Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman back on the job
Job stress contributed to alcohol abuse. Now he says he's ready for work.
South Metro
West Metro
2 sought in fatal shooting in Maple Grove park linked to drug activity
The man was found dead Tuesday morning in Lakeview Knolls Park
West Metro
Suit claims Park Nicollet didn't do enough to treat Lake Minnetonka man who killed family, himself
Park Nicollet says it gave appropriate care to Brian Short, who killed his wife and children.
West Metro
St. Louis Park tries out a parklet
Supporters hope the popular seating spaces will enliven streets, improve walkability and build community.
West Metro
Man drowns in Maple Grove lake after police pursuit
It began hours earlier, when Corcoran and Rogers officers were trying to track down a black sedan involved in suspicious activity.
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Why does everyone love to hate Edina?
The "cake eaters" of Edina have been a target for generations. Why all the hate? Curious Minnesota tackles this reader question.
West Metro
Woman charged with illegally renting her dock in Orono will not go to trial
The city agreed to suspend prosecution of Nancy Edwards, 75, who has for years relied on income from renting out her boat dock along with her home.
West Metro
Boy thrown from Mall of America balcony moved out of intensive care
He was removed to an inpatient rehab program at another hospital, his family said.
West Metro
Superhero for a day
Wellbeats Superhero Training Camp at Minikahda Vista Park in St. Louis Park on Wednesday, July 31, 2019.
West Metro
Clowning around is serious business
The Mooseburger Clown Arts Camp is a 6-day program for people who want to learn to be "real" clowns -- at parties, .
West Metro
Driver fleeing police dies in six-vehicle pileup in Chaska
The crash occurred at Hwy. 41 and Hwy. 212 following a police pursuit
West Metro
Invasive viburnum leaf beetle discovered in Minnesota
State has received several reports and confirmed a sighting in Eden Prairie.
West Metro
Maple Grove woman charged in drunken boating incident that seriously injured 2 teens
The boy and girl crashed into a dock during a birthday party on Eagle Lake.
West Metro
Hennepin County Board approves increase in wheelage tax
That will raise $10 million annually, still short of the $25 million that public works officials told the board it needs for long-term upkeep.
West Metro
Driver fleeing police dies after crashing into five vehicles in Chaska
Several people were taken to area hospitals after the six-vehicle pileup on Hwy. 41 near Hwy. 212.
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