North Metro
May 25, 2016

Suspect arrested in home burglary spree, sexual assault of 9-year-old

Police found him under a Mississippi River bridge in Minneapolis and nabbed him after a brief chase.
West Metro
May 25, 2016

Former Voyager Bank CEO Timothy Owens sentenced to 18 months in federal prison

The Wayzata man had pleaded guilty to charges of obstructing an investigation.
Local
May 25, 2016
A Minnesota State Patrol trooper sized up what was left of a stolen University of North Dakota police squad vehicle.

Minn. officers save life of woman who crashed stolen UND squad car

One officer held the rolled over SUV steady while the other climbed inside and got the woman breathing again, according to charges.
Minneapolis
May 25, 2016
On 5/12/16, an impromptu memorial of balloons and flowers on a service road off Olson Memorial Highway near the spot where Derrick Rodgers fell, to mo

As killings plague North Side, no concrete solution is in sight

If Minneapolis has a plan to address a violent surge, it hasn't been shared.
South Metro
May 25, 2016
Thousands of runners took off at the start of the Minneapolis Marathon last summer.

It's official: Minneapolis Marathon is canceled

Efforts to move the June 5 event to Dakota County due to road problems were unsuccessful.
Minneapolis
May 25, 2016
Ed Graff, shown at the Minneapolis school board meeting where members interviewed the candidates, would be the first permanent, white superintendent o

Ed Graff has tough assignment ahead in Minneapolis schools

New superintendent faces hard work, but with support, in Minneapolis.
Local
May 25, 2016
A buffer strip of grass and trees along the Rock River west of Edgerton is a good example of the protective strips that help filter runoff. ] In the s

Land O'Lakes gives boost to Minnesota water quality effort

The company said it will help the state fight against pollution from agriculture.
Minneapolis
May 25, 2016

As killings plague north Minneapolis, no concrete solution is in sight

If Minneapolis has a plan to address a violent surge, it hasn't been shared.
West Metro
May 25, 2016

Fire damages Loretto car dealership

Crews from 14 departments battled the blaze for nearly three hours.
North Metro
May 25, 2016
A motorcyclist was killed in a collision Tuesday in Spring Lake Park.

Motorcyclist dies in crash, bringing Tuesday's traffic death toll to 5

The latest deadly wreck occurred early in the evening at the well-traveled intersection.
Minneapolis
May 25, 2016
Minneapolis council pledges support for transgender community, advisory group

Minneapolis council pledges support for transgender community, advisory group

The council voted unanimously in a committee meeting to establish a permanent advisory group on transgender issues.
North Metro
May 25, 2016
Harrowing video shows Columbia Heights police killing of Kirvelay

Harrowing video shows Columbia Heights police killing of Kirvelay

Footage shows failed efforts to get Kirvelay to respond to commands.
Minneapolis
May 25, 2016
Minneapolis City Hall bells will go silent for renovation

Minneapolis City Hall bells will go silent for renovation

Time will fly by silently this summer in downtown Minneapolis, when City Hall's clock tower bells cease chiming during a long-anticipated restoration project.
Minneapolis
May 25, 2016
River neighbors full of ideas for Upper Harbor attractions, developer expertise

River neighbors full of ideas for Upper Harbor attractions, developer expertise

First of two open houses solicits ideas for what area residents want in attractions to lure people to the river and developer qualifications
Local
May 25, 2016
An author remembers his disgraceful morning as a Star Tribune paperboy

An author remembers his disgraceful morning as a Star Tribune paperboy

What kind of person subscribes to the paper? When author Dylan Hicks trudged a south Minneapolis route, he once turned to snap judgments to make his deliveries. He regrets the error.
West Metro
May 25, 2016
A rendering of the Southwest Light Rail train passing through the Kenilworth Lagoon.

Without state funds, Southwest light rail line's future is in doubt

So far, $130 million has already been spent on the line linking Minneapolis and Eden Prairie.
Variety
May 25, 2016
With her camera running, Tula, right of center, played with other dogs in a pond at the Battle Creek Off-Leash Dog Park in Maplewood Tuesday afternoon

This dog's GoPro photos from Twin Cities parks are guaranteed to delight

A camera-equipped Twin Cities dog has become social media's best friend.
Eat & Drink
May 25, 2016
Newly announced U.S. Bank Stadium culinary partners stand for a photo op with their personalized Viking jerseys. From left is Gavin Kaysen, chef and o

Revival, Ike's, Spoon and Stable will join Zimmern for food at U.S. Bank Stadium

Aramark announces local food partners for new Vikings Stadium
Local
May 24, 2016
Abdirizak Mohamed Warsame, 20, of Eagan, was arrested on Wednesday.

Tension high as another witness testifies in Minneapolis ISIL recruit trial

Judge steps in to warn mothers against outside confrontations and court disruptions.
Minneapolis
May 24, 2016
Minneapolis school board chair Jenny Arneson and board members talked with Ed Graff via Skype after he was selected as the new superintendent Tuesday

Minneapolis school board picks Ed Graff as next superintendent

In a 6-3 vote, Graff was chosen over Brenda Cassellius, commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Education, to end a 16-month search.

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