Tim Harlow
Reporter
Traffic and transportationHarlow previously spent four years covering Washington County news and writing about family events and festivals. He is a resident of Robbinsdale and earned a communications degree from Concordia College in Moorhead, Minn., and a masters degree in communications from Bethel University.
Latest from Tim Harlow
More than 3 feet of snow fell on this North Shore town. It didn’t break any records.
Several cities in northeastern Minnesota picked up more than 20 inches of snow. A little more could be on the way.
February 19, 2026
Minnesota snowstorm mires traffic in Twin Cities and brings power failures in Arrowhead region
The National Weather Service reported a snowfall total of more than two inches at the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport and more than four inches in Chanhassen.
February 19, 2026
After two drownings, authorities warn about deteriorating ice conditions
A man died after falling through ice on the Mississippi River and a teen died after falling into a Bloomington pond.
February 16, 2026
![A thin ice warning on Medicine Lake in Plymouth, MN. ] CARLOS GONZALEZ cgonzalez@startribune.com - January 4, 2017, Plymouth, MN, Ice Fishing on Medicine Lake](https://arc.stimg.co/startribunemedia/LIBE5AZ53BTALVEDJWQ5F37BW4.jpg?&w=252&ar=3:2&fit=crop)
New machine helps St. Paul patch potholes even when it’s cold outside
“January rains will bring pothole pain,” Public Works Director Sean Kershaw said during a recent street-patching demonstration.
February 15, 2026
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What to know about about ICE’s Operation Metro Surge now that it is ending
Agents are expected to start leaving Minnesota over the next week, ending the monthslong immigration crackdown.
February 13, 2026
Warm weather may set records in Twin Cities, southern Minnesota
The February thaw will continue with above-normal temperatures through Tuesday.
February 13, 2026
Judge tosses Minnesota ban on shipping hemp products
An administrative law judge reversed the state Office of Cannabis Management’s in-person sales requirement for hemp-derived products such as edibles or beverages.
February 12, 2026
2 men now tied to fatal shooting in SUV during suspected drug buy in St. Paul
Police found St. Paul man with multiple gunshot wounds inside a vehicle in the West Seventh neighborhood.
February 11, 2026
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Duluth man fatally shot by deputies was suspect in homicide from earlier in the day, authorities say
Authorities said the man exchanged gunfire with deputies after fleeing a traffic stop.
February 11, 2026
Mall of America rolls out new airport parking option
Travelers can park at the Bloomington mall for $12 a night, then shuttle to the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
February 10, 2026
![Shoppers made their way through a parking ramp at the Mall of America, Tuesday, November 13, 2018 in Bloomington, MN. A new camera-based parking system, currently up and running at the mall, is expected to help shoppers have an easier time finding a place to park. ] ELIZABETH FLORES ï liz.flores@startribune.com](https://arc.stimg.co/startribunemedia/QUXCIHRX6DTG5YE7PMPVXA63AI.jpg?&w=252&ar=3:2&fit=crop)
Immigration attorneys allowed to inspect ICE detention facility at Whipple Building after court order
They will be able to speak with clients during their visit on Monday.
February 9, 2026
Ramped-up safety efforts lead to year without a fatal crash on this highway
The highway saw five deaths in 2024, which gave birth to the Highway 7 Safety Coalition.
February 8, 2026
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