East Metro
April 21, 2018
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Digging for Forest Lake family history? Historical society could use your help

The Washington County Historical Society is hoping that folks in Forest Lake may be able to identify hundreds of photos.
Celebrities
April 21, 2018
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson had a message for superfan Katie Kelzenberg delivered via the morning announcements at Stillwater Area High School.

After fan sends prom invite, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson surprises Stillwater student

The movie star has rented out a local theater for Katie Kelzenberg and friends to see his new flick, "Rampage."
West Metro
April 21, 2018
A spate of teardown projects in Excelsior caused city officials to institute a moratorium on the practice. As the deadline for the redevelopment freez

Excelsior trying to come to grips with home teardown projects

Officials worry that unchecked projects will destroy the town's historic charm and character.
South Metro
April 21, 2018
Savage Mayor Janet Williams, left, and Shrey Pothini, at last year's Service Day Saturday in Savage.

14-year-old leads the way for Savage's Service Day

The event has mushroomed into an annual celebration of volunteerism.
South Metro
April 21, 2018

South metro briefs: Maynard-Johnson withdraws application for Shakopee school board

East Metro
April 21, 2018

Northeast metro news briefs: Four finalists for Brooklyn Park fire chief

West Metro
April 21, 2018

West metro briefs: St. Louis Park finalizes tenant ordinance

South Metro
April 21, 2018

South metro police blotter

West Metro
April 21, 2018

West metro police report, April 22

East Metro
April 21, 2018

North/East police report, April 22

Minneapolis
April 21, 2018
The exterior of the newly renovated Target Center. ] LEILA NAVIDI ï leila.navidi@startribune.com BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Media tour of the newly

Target Center ice rink design flaws cost Minneapolis $1.1 million

Flaws in the design have raised the price tag twice since the city accepted the bids.
Local
April 21, 2018
Lois Riess' arrest in Texas eases the what-ifs, but not the whys

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.
Minneapolis
April 21, 2018
There are no public restroom facilities on Nicollet Island. Visitors either have to use the porta potty or walk almost half a mile to the nearest indo

Nowhere to go? Nicollet Island Inn owner wants public restrooms installed

Nicollet Island Park has only one portable toilet. Inn owner wants an attractive and permanent structure.
Minneapolis
April 20, 2018
A study is underway on bird collisions at U.S. Bank Stadium, funded by the Vikings and Metropolitan Sports Facilities Authority.

Drone inspection will make sure U.S. Bank Stadium stayed dry (inside) this winter

Stadium panels and moisture have been a visible problem.
Local
April 20, 2018

Worthington man dies in crash on icy Nobles County road

Local
April 20, 2018

Breckenridge father charged in death of 3-year-old son

Couple had blamed 2-year-old for causing bruises to 3-year-old who later died, the charges say.
Local
April 20, 2018
Soon, a Stearns County judge will review about 168 pages that Patty and Jerry Wetterling have asked to keep out of the public eye.

Investigative documents in Wetterling case must be released, judge rules

Family has no basis in law to block the release — but the Wetterlings are seeking to change that.
East Metro
April 20, 2018

Threat leads to evacuation of Maplewood elementary school

Minneapolis
April 20, 2018
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Arrest warrant issued in slaying of Minneapolis activist Tyrone Williams

The warrant, filed in Hennepin County District Court, remains under seal.
South Metro
April 20, 2018
Canterbury Commons will eventually include 599 apartments.

Canterbury Park housing development to break ground this fall

Work will begin this fall on first stage of Shakopee housing, retail complex.

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