East Metro
July 18, 2018
Julie Kleinschmidt, Ramsey County manager, will retire later this month after leading the county for 10 years and was seen at the Ramsey County Courth

Julie Kleinschmidt talks about her tenure as Ramsey County manager

After 18 years, she is set to retire.
Local
July 18, 2018
Dr. Nathan Chomilo gives 15-month-old Tedra Gbelia a book at the beginning of her well-child visit with her mother Lorpu Cyrus. ] LEILA NAVIDI ï

Minnesota pediatricians promote reading for young patients and their parents

A growing number of pediatric and primary care clinics in Minnesota are using children's books to improve health care and enhance child development.
Minneapolis
July 18, 2018
Terry Williams

Man assaulted downtown near Hennepin dies months later

The 24-year-old lay motionless as his attacker went through his pockets, the charges read.
St. Paul
July 18, 2018
David Martinez

St. Paul City Council candidate Martinez released from jail

Martinez has said he will not drop out of the race for St. Paul's 4th Ward seat.
West Metro
July 18, 2018
The scene of an officer involved shooting in Chanhassen, Minn., on July 13, 2018.

Carver Co. releases 911 transcript in fatal police shooting, deputies' info

One deputy's personnel information includes four disciplinary actions and several awards.
Local
July 18, 2018

Divers find body of missing 7-year-old boy in rural Dodge County pond

St. Paul
July 18, 2018
Tim O'Malley, director of the Office of Ministerial Standards and Safe Environment, stood beside Janell Rasmussen, deputy director of the Office of Mi

Clergy abuse survivors may use counseling payouts as they wish

The Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis presented its fifth update to the court on Wednesday morning.
North Metro
July 18, 2018
The Burlington Northern Santa Fe Northtown Railroad Yard in Fridley, shown in December 2009.

Hennepin judge fines BNSF $4.6M for injury lawsuit misconduct

The railroad plans to appeal the claims from a $15.3M personal injury lawsuit.
East Metro
July 18, 2018

St. Paul schools janitor left crude notes, underwear in 10-year-old student's desk, charges say

The janitor was charged with two counts of aggravated stalking.
West Metro
July 18, 2018

Minnesota Supreme Court says Victoria council members can stay despite many Open Meeting Law violations

The ruling upholds a previous decision by the Minnesota Court of Appeals, as well as the original district court ruling.
Variety
July 18, 2018
Super Frisbee: At 52 feet high, the gondola rotates at 20 revolutions per minute and free-falls at 3½ times the force of gravity.

7 new rides to make State Fair midway that much mightier

Three attractions are billed as the only ones of their kind in North America.
Local
July 18, 2018

Motorcyclist hits deer in Duluth and is killed

Don't Miss
July 18, 2018
What separates dogs and wolves? Researchers go to Anoka County to find out

What separates dogs and wolves? Researchers go to Anoka County to find out

To figure out how dogs think, researchers in Stacy are studying a litter of wolf pups.
Don't miss
July 18, 2018
Teen's hot dog stand serves up food, inspiration, with Mpls. inspectors' blessing

Teen's hot dog stand serves up food, inspiration, with Mpls. inspectors' blessing

Jaequan Faulkner earned a permit from Mpls. for his entrepreneurial venture.
North Metro
July 18, 2018
Wyoming Police Department released this surveillance video of the suspect.

Credit card scam hits Casey's stores in Chisago County

One victim is out $3,000 after fraudulent purchases in North Branch, Chisago City, Wyoming and Stacy.
West Metro
July 18, 2018
The scene of an officer involved shooting in Chanhassen, Minn., on July 13, 2018.

BCA names deputies who fatally shot Chanhassen teen, says he was armed with BB gun, hatchet

Archer Amorosi's funeral is scheduled for Wednesday.
Local
July 18, 2018

Annual Bastille Day Block Party

The 16th annual Bastille Day celebration block party in Minneapolis had an extra level of excitement after France claimed the World Cup title hours earlier. Bastille Day is the French celebration of the storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, which marked a turning point in the French Revolution. Revelers and community members enjoyed music, arts, food and beer.
Local
July 18, 2018
Wednesday traffic: More trouble on I-694 in Oakdale

Wednesday traffic: More trouble on I-694 in Oakdale

Things just keep getting worse in Oakdale. This is the third wreck on I-694 between 10th Street and Old Hwy. 5 this morning.
Local
July 18, 2018
Eric Reinbold

Prosecutor: Man on trial in Minn. pipe bomb case wrote of 'armed rebellion'

Notebook and cache of pipe bombs are at issue in federal trial of Eric James Reinbold, 41, of Oklee, Minn.
Local
July 18, 2018
The Lennar Corp. has entered an option agreement to purchase 188 acres of land owned by Prince's estate, as seen Tuesday afternoon in Chanhassen.

Neighbors oppose plans for 200 homes on Prince property in Chanhassen

More than 20 neighbors spoke against the project, which they fear will damage neighborhood lakes, clear-cut acres of forest and increase congestion.

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