West Metro
Hennepin Co. taxes will likely pay for better child protection
Minnesota's move toward more aggressive investigation of child-abuse reports will mean more cases and more caseworkers — and more money needed.
West Metro
Off-duty Elk River officer, son are slain in St. Michael home
Another son, Christopher Besser, surrendered to authorities at a convenience store in nearby Monticello at approximately 7:45 p.m. Saturday after he called the Wright County Sheriff's Office Communications Center.
North Metro
Crash with serious injuries slows I-35 traffic in Chisago County
A single-vehicle rollover accident snarled traffic on Interstate 35 near Hwy. 61 in Chisago County on Sunday afternoon.
North Metro
Driver fatally shot after I-694 traffic stop, officer identified
A New Brighton man was fatally shot Friday night in Fridley after he pulled away from a traffic stop on Interstate 694 and dragged a Lino Lakes officer, police said.
North Metro
Ham Lake officials are pushing back against big government
City leaders balk at paying for "bike trails to nowhere" and see campaigns against oak wilt and invasive milfoil as nonessential.
Politics
Coon Rapids mom gets call from Obama
The Mother's Day wish was an answer to letter she sent for Presidents' Day.
North Metro
50 years later, north metro recalls killer tornadoes
On May 6, 1965, six tornadoes roared through the Twin Cities, killing 13 and injuring 683. The north metro, hit hardest, marks the anniversary of the storms Wednesday.
West Metro
Dad's bank account had $6,000 withdrawn before Barway Collins disappeared
Search warrant papers reveal new information about investigation into Barway Collins' death.
North Metro
Minnesota tornado outbreak still vivid, 50 years later
On May 6, 1965, the worst string of tornadoes to ever hit the Twin Cities came bearing down. Thirteen people died and nearly 700 were injured.
North Metro
20 years after record-setting production, Anoka High restages 'Dreamcoat'
In 1995, a staging of the show wowed the community. Now, a new production is stirring memories.
West Metro
Service dog helps Anoka County veteran service officer cope with PTSD
Fitz the cocker spaniel has a calming effect on those who visit the Anoka County Veteran Services office.
North Metro
Coon Rapids' Sand Creek Park project accepts bid
Construction started Monday after the city accepted bids last month for a $5.98 million upgrade.
North Metro
Barway Collins laid to rest as nearly 2,000 gather for funeral
An estimated 2,000 people gathered, most wearing white as asked, because it represents purity and would honor the 10-year-old boy.
North Metro
Barway Collins laid to rest as nearly 2,000 gather for funeral
An estimated 2,000 people gathered, most wearing white as asked, because it represents purity and would honor the 10-year-old boy.
West Metro
Golden Valley man admits supplying guns to New Hope cop shooter
Supplier is likely to get 12 to 18 months in prison when sentenced.
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