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Riess headed to either Florida or Minnesota to face charges
The move in a Texas courtroom Monday paves the way for authorities to take her to Florida and Minnesota to face murder charges.
All-of-a-sudden spring is welcome, but brings allergies with it
Spring has burst upon us seemingly overnight with temperatures shooting into the upper 60s Monday, and that's suddenly bringing misery for those with allergies.Blame it…
The Drive: Observe Just Drive Day by putting down your cellphone
Just Drive Day, in its fourth year, came about after its founder lost his son to a distracted driver.
Lois Riess' arrest in Texas eases the what-ifs, but not the whys
Lois Riess, 56, was in a Texas jail Friday, accused of killing her husband in late March and then heading to Florida, where she is charged in the death of a 59-year-old woman in Fort Myers Beach and stealing her identity.
Green Line train, car collide at St. Paul intersection; 2 injured
Two injuries were reported, said Metro Transit spokesman Howie Padilla
New videos show 'coldblooded killer' Lois Riess in Ocala, Fla.
Blooming Prairie fugitive used dead woman's credit cards, authorities said.
New videos show suspected murderer Lois Riess in Ocala, Fla.
Billboards from Texas to California will feature 56-year-old Blooming Prairie fugitive.
Police crack down on distracted drivers in memory of fallen Wayzata officer
Shawn Mathews, the widow of officer Bill Mathews, wants drivers to know her suffering.
Emerald ash borer found in Edina, threatening 50,000 trees
Officials confirmed that an ash tree on private property in the northwest part of the city had been attacked by larvae.
Talk about timing: Minneapolis tows 570 cars; St. Paul tows 0
With no place to take towed cars, St. Paul cuts drivers a break. No such luck for Minneapolis drivers.
Video shows Minn. homicide suspect with victim in Florida brewery
The video shows Lois Riess chatting with a woman who was found shot to death four days later. Riess is suspected in the murder and is also alleged to have killed her husband in Minnesota before fleeing the state.
Richfield resident raises red flag about his city's impending roundabouts
Drive reader Ross is about to get two of the circular interchanges near the senior center in Richfield where he lives, and he's none too happy about it.
Metro area gets ready for storm, up to 15 inches of weekend snow
The snow is likely to come along with hail and high winds. In western Minnesota, 2 feet or more of snow is possible.
Minnesota woman sought in shooting deaths of husband, Florida woman
U.S. marshals have joined the search for Lois Riess, believed to have fled from Florida to Texas.
Carl Wagener, who ran the Midway Typewriters Exchange in St. Paul, dies at 103
"Cully," as he was widely known, developed a huge following among business owners and students came to rent and buy typewriters, and get them fixed.
Minnesota men boast nation's longest life expectancy
Women in Minnesota had the four-longest life expectancy, according to new research.
Sirens will sound twice today for statewide tornado drill
Drills will be held at 1:45 and 6:45 p.m. as part of Minnesota Severe Weather Awareness Week activities
Two die in separate traffic crashes on Minnesota roads
A woman was killed in a rollover crash in Beltrami County, and a man was killed in a head-on crash in Rice County.
Cold and snow wreaking havoc with spring sports schedules
Despite temperatures in the mid-30s, the golf balls flew as students from Benilde-St. Margaret's gathered Monday afternoon for boys' golf team practice."Just set up every…
Maryland Avenue in St. Paul will be limited to three lanes after study's results
We're not sure if it will get three cheers or three jeers, but one thing is certain: Drivers will get only three lanes on the segment of Maryland Avenue that runs through St. Paul's Payne-Phalen neighborhood.
Wis. educator jailed, charged with online sexual relationship with minor
The teacher and coach worked at the Glenwood City schools and was a City Council member.
Drug bust in northern Minnesota lands 29 people in jail
Authorities from a number of agencies collaborated in a lengthy investigation.
Police chief: New Hope mom one of worst DWI offenders we've arrested
Tasha Schleicher was arrested Wednesday in Riverside, Ill., after she passed out at a gas station.
Minneapolis named one of 22 cities to study transportation innovations
Smart Cities Collaborative will take a close look at technology, and even curbs.
Despite weather, Twins dig deep to make opener best it can be
This may be the most unseasonable start to the baseball season since the outdoor downtown stadium opened in 2010. There's been snow, there's been cold, but there hasn't been an April like this.
The Drive: 4th Street redo in downtown Minneapolis in the works
A long stretch of 4th Street in downtown Minneapolis is going to look a lot different in a couple of years as the city reconstructs one of the primary entry points into downtown.
Free lunch: Chain giving away pizza today after March Madness upset
Little Caesars promised free lunch to everyone in America if a No. 16 seed beat a No. 1 seed in the NCAA men's basketball tournament.
41 Chihuahuas rescued from unsanitary Carlton County home
Animal Humane Society officials say 41 Chihuahuas rescued this week from an unsanitary home in Carlton County in northern Minnesota are in "decent" medical condition…
Pronto Pup kitchen will replace Robbinsdale dining hall at State Fair
Real pups (and other unbattered pets) also moving.
Winter returns with weekend cold and snowstorm watch
The National Weather Service says no significant warmups are expected through the first two weeks of April.
Ambulance on way to hospital rolls over after being hit in Blaine; 5 hurt
A teen driver allegedly ran a red light and hit the ambulance while making a left turn.
Bloomington Fire Department gets award from PETA for saving dog from icy waters
Firefighter Robby Smith jumped into chilly water to save the struggling dog and reunite it with its owner.
Cause of fire that heavily damaged Forest Lake gun shop unknown
"Fire does not appear to be suspicious," chief says.
Three recent pet rescues prompt warnings about thin ice
It's eroding quickly, even with Monday's snow.
Roadside vehicles feel like 'camouflage,' creating push to strengthen Move Over law
In 2017, the State Patrol issued 893 citations and 2,355 warnings to drivers who endangered personnel by not moving over, said the patrol's Lt. Tiffani Nielson. Fines can exceed $100.
Burnsville police use Taser on student
Mother of student says her son was not aggressive, but police say he was.
Prior Lake-Savage school official calls for an end to Nerf Wars
"This game has become dangerous," Principal John Bezek said.
Two injured in Brooklyn Park home invasion
Police say the motive was robbery; investigation continues.
That's a fail: Teen taking driving test crashes through exam station in Buffalo
The teen driver was getting set to take her behind-the-wheel test.
Blanket of wet snow likely this weekend across much of state
Spring will be on hold as a "tournament storm" brings rain and snow Friday and Saturday.
Owner gets wallet back 50 years after it was stolen at downtown Dayton's
After 50 years, theft victim delights in reclaiming photos and other treasures.
Start times changing next year for seven Edina schools
Two middle schools and five elementary schools swap.
Dairy Queen marks arrival of spring by giving away free cones Tuesday
This is the fourth year for the promotion, which also is a fundraiser for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals
The Drive: Upgrades to dangerous Hwy. 252 still in the works
Two words might best describe the quarter-mile stretch of Hwy. 252 between Interstate 694 and 66th Avenue N. in Brooklyn Center: congested and dangerous. Northbound…
Warming up: Weekend may bring first 50s of the year
Mild conditions are expected to continue through most of next week
Squad car hits bicyclist in St. Louis Park
The bicyclist was not seriously hurt.
Minn. House panel advances bill to ban cellphone use while driving
The measure passed out of committee for first time in four-year campaign.
Reward tops $9,000 for tips leading to Plymouth dog's killer
A Plymouth family whose dog was shot has been flooded with aid.
What are those new posts on Minneapolis' 2nd St.?
That pack of plastic posts in the center of 2nd Street at 3rd Avenue NE. in Minneapolis is looking a bit worse for the wear, drivers have noticed. But the real question they are asking is, "Why are they there?"
Driver medical issue led to bus crash on I-94 near St. Michael
The bus was transporting a college basketball team from Illinois; as many as 17 people were injured.
Woman's body found in Minneapolis' Bryn Mawr Meadows Park
Police are unsure how she died, and are awaiting autopsy results.
Spring training crash kills 1 Minnesotan, injures 14 — including $150M Powerball winner
Driver faces DWI charges after hitting van carrying Andover teen and 14 friends and family members after Twins game.
After messy morning commute, Twin Cities get snow cleaned up
Snow totals in the metro ranged from about 2 inches in Afton to more than 7 inches in the south metro to more than a foot in north central Minnesota.
Trucker who killed driver in Lake Elmo can still drive while out on bail
Prosecutors wanted Samuel Hicks' driving privileges curtailed, but a judge said no.
Suspect caught after two police pursuits near Forest Lake
The suspect faces charges of parole and probation violations.
Yes, it's legal to carry a gun on a Minnesota bus — if you have a permit
Minnesota state law says that anybody with a permit to carry can have a gun almost anywhere in the public domain, except in private establishments such as businesses, churches, restaurants, stadiums and other places that hang special signs that say guns are not allowed.
Demolition of 38th St. bridge to close I-35W in Mpls. this weekend
Work on 38th Street bridge is part of a $239M project.
Trucker in fatal Hwy. 36 crash due in court Friday
Distracted driving was the cause of fatal Hwy. 36 crash in Lake Elmo, authorities say.
Trucker used smartphone seconds before fatal Lake Elmo crash, charges say
The driver who was killed, Robert Bursik, was the owner of Dragonfly Gardens in Amery, Wis.
Holey ground: Melt-freeze cycle takes its toll on Twin Cities roads
Change in weather brings usual crop of potholes as street crews scurry to keep up.
New on-demand fuel service will allow Twin Cities drivers to skip the gas station
Yoshi arrived last week and offers on-site oil changes and routine car care services
Child critical after bus crash in Richfield; driver may have run stop sign
A 6-year-old girl remains in critical condition at Hennepin County Medical Center.
Two critically hurt in Richfield crash involving Metro Transit bus
2 in critical condition after Monday morning crash.
USA curling skip Shuster strikes gold again on flight home; first-class passenger swaps seats
Delta celebrated their gold-medal achievement at the airport in Seoul popping champagne and giving the curlers a toast on board during their flight home.
Self-driving bus scores big in Minneapolis during Super Bowl week
Driverless buses are not going to run on the roads any time soon, but if and when they do, Minnesotans seem keen on the idea, according to feedback the Minnesota Department of Transportation has received.
Are you ready for more shoveling? 6 to 9" expected by tonight
Minneapolis and St. Paul declared snow emergencies starting tonight to clear side streets of the snow that fell Thursday night before Saturday's dumping arrives.
2 juveniles face charges in East Ridge school threats; 17-year-old arrested in St. Francis
Arrests have been made in Woodbury, St. Francis, Hill City, Prior Lake and Orono over recent days.
Overnight snow serves up a slow morning for commuters
And this is only the first round of a 1-2 punch from storms that could drop as much as a foot of new snow by Sunday.
Push to ban handheld cellphones begins with rally at Minn. Capitol
Supporters want Minnesota to be 17th state to pass law banning handheld cellphones.
Rev. Billy Graham rose to prominence during his years in Twin Cities
Graham's footprints still seen at University of Northwestern, KTIS.
Suspect in Minnetonka park-and-ride killing found guilty
Marcus Hallmark will be sentenced Monday for the killing of Thomas Russ in March 2017.
Expect a slow commute today as metro roads remain slick
A fine mist and drizzle freezing to windshields will fall throughout the morning, the National Weather Service said.
Rosemount man wins $25,000, pontoon boat with 120-foot putt at Golf Show
"I could not do that again," says first person to win Golf Show contest.
Driver in Hwy. 65 crash recounts fatal shooting of knife-wielding man
A driver who had stopped to help shot the knife-wielding man as he assaulted others involved in the crash, police and witnesses say.
'It's become an epidemic': Minnesota reconsiders hands-free cellphone bill
Momentum has been picking up over the past year for the measure to make Minnesota the 15th state, plus Washington, D.C., to outlaw drivers' use of hand-held devices.
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