Local
April 1
Nicolae Miu, right, in a St. Croix County District courtroom in Hudson on Monday. Miu, 54, of Prior Lake is accused of killing 17-year-old Isaac Schum

Gruesome video shown at trial on fatal Apple River stabbing

Prior Lake man's defense attorney and prosecution both say chaotic footage will prove their case in teen's death.
East Metro
April 1
This crash last month on I-694 killed a couple in a car.

Affidavit: Driver on video call, drunk when he caused crash that killed couple

The call lasted nearly half an hour and continued past the moment of impact, according to court records.
High Schools
April 1
Mounds View's Quin Morgan (top) holds an advantage against Prior Lake's Brock Zurn during the Class 3A state championships.

The Metro Wrestler of the Year: 50 wins. No losses. Will that do?

Mounds View 215-pounder Quin Morgan, son of Gophers national champion Marty Morgan, won a Class 3A individual title amid the Mustangs' best season in history.
East Metro
March 31
Nicolae Miu. (St. Croix County Jail)

Apple River stabbing trial to begin Monday

Nicolae Miu, a 54-year-old Prior Lake man, is charged with homicide and faces life in prison in the 2022 killing of teenager Isaac Schuman.
Local
March 30
St. Croix Country Republican Party Chairman Matthew Rust, center, called on a man with a question for St. Croix County administrator Ken Witt, left, a

How Wisconsin could decide the 2024 presidential election

Already considered a presidential swing state in recent elections, Wisconsin is considered one of just a handful of battleground states in the 2024 presidential election.
East Metro
March 29
The Washington County Historic Courthouse in Stillwater.

Washington County Historic Courthouse in Stillwater reopens after renovation

The building had been closed since June 2023 and is now open Wednesday through Sunday for guided and self-guided tours.
East Metro
March 28
Compostable and foam food containers.

Roseville considering ban on foam take-out containers

Other metro cities like Minneapolis, St. Paul, Edina and St. Louis Park have already shifted to rules requiring greener to-go containers; Roseville is seeking public feedback on the idea.
Local
March 28
Seniors process to their seats during the Hopkins High School graduation ceremony Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at Maturi Pavilion on the University of Minne

Minnesota's graduation rates dipped. Look up how your school performed.

Graduation rates dipped slightly for Black, Asian, Latino students and students learning English. Look up your school's results.
East Metro
March 27
A stretch of Main Street in downtown Stillwater, pictured in December 2022.

Arne Carlson: Why wasn't public told sooner about Stillwater PFAS contamination?

The former governor says the delay in notifying residents about the contamination is "stunning," and calls on government officials to act.
Local
March 26
Clover Ward, a junior, worked on a dress designed with a tablecloth as a base at Avalon School in St. Paul.

Leader of young artist program sees a statewide appeal

The Emerging Young Artists program pairs students with resident artists in east metro schools.
High Schools
March 25
Minnetonka guard Andy Stefonowicz (11) and forward Kayden Wells (15) celebrate a moment during the Skippers' state championship victory Saturday night

Transfers make major impact at boys basketball tourney — and people noticed

All four state champions — two public schools and two privates —benefited from players who transferred. That and more from the weekend.
High Schools
March 23
Breck guard Daniel Freitag (5) slips a pass around Lake City guard Jaden Shones in the second half of the Class 2A championship game.

All the boys basketball state tournament winners, in one spot

Minnetonka surprised Wayzata, Totino-Grace won its third title in a row, Breck won its first, and Cherry's championship began the day.
High Schools
March 22
Fertile-Beltrami guard Caiden Swenby (23) celebrates his team’s 3OT win against West Central Area in a boys Class 1A semifinal game on Friday.

Boys basketball championship games set in all four classes

Breck and Badgers-bound Daniel Freitag flew past Minnehaha Academy in Friday's first Class 2A semifinal. and will face Lake City Fertile-Beltrami and Cherry, led by Gophers-bound Isaac Asuma, advanced to Saturday's Class 1A championship.
Politics
March 22
Rachel Eggert, a legally deaf and blind person, got out of a Lyft at the Timberwolves game in Minneapolis on Friday. Eggert is one of thousands of Min

Minnesotans with disabilities say Lyft, Uber departure would leave them stuck

Rideshare services have allowed more independence for many people who don't drive. But some say the companies have a poor track record of providing accessible services to all.
Local
March 22
A person walked a dog at Silverwood Park in St. Anthony on Nov. 17, 2023.

At packed meeting, Three Rivers Park Board backs plan to help Silverwood Park survive and thrive

Neighbors and fans spoke about site's significance in their lives amid discussion about its future.
East Metro
March 22
At the Lake Elmo Park Preserve swimming beach, hundreds of people enjoyed the weather on Memorial day .] rtsong-taatarii@startribune.com, ORG XMIT: MI

Washington County sets public hearing on new park rules about marijuana, mushroom hunts and e-bikes

A public hearing will be held April 23 on the new rules, which were reviewed by the county Parks and Open Space Commission but still need approval of the County Board.
High Schools
March 21
Totino-Grace’s Isaiah Johnson-Arigu drives on DeLaSalle’s Justin Johnson (23) and De'von Irvin (11) in the second half of the Eagles' 74-67 victor

Half of Championship Saturday is set for the boys basketball tournament

Defending champion Wayzata and Minnetonka will battle for the Class 4A championship, and Totino-Grace and Mankato East advanced to the Class 3A title game. The Class 1A semifinals are also set. Tap here for stories and in-game updates.
High Schools
March 21
Totino-Grace’s Isaiah Johnson-Arigu (right) blocks the shot of DeLaSalle’s Jaden Morgan in the first half of the Class 3A semifinals Thursday at W

Day 2 at state: Rival DeLaSalle reveals Totino-Grace's true emotions

Eagles star Isaiah Johnson-Arigu conducted business as usual in a victory, while future Gophers guard Isaac Asuma and Cherry cruised in their Class 1A quarterfinal. Big man Alex Lester kept the Nevis engine running despite being gassed.
Local
March 21

School bus carrying students rolls over in Scandia, Minn.

Two students on the bus were evaluated for minor injuries; driver cited.
High Schools
March 21
The action goes on near the rim as Cretin-Derham Hall guard Jason Johnson drives for a layup challenged by Farmington’s Tyler Beckwith.

It's all right here! Wednesday's boys basketball tournament news, notes.

Eagan pulled off the biggest surprise of the quarterfinals, dropping Class 4A second seed Park Center. Tap here for game results and more from the first day of play.

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