East Metro
November 15, 2018
Olympic cross-country skier Jessie Diggins photographed at her home in Afton, Minn.

Driver charged in alleged 'road rage' incident with Olympic gold medalist Jessie Diggins

Olympic skier said Afton incident easily could have turned tragic.
Minneapolis
November 15, 2018
There was a full crowd in the chambers and overflow rooms during a public hearing on the 2040 Comprehensive Plan at City Hall in Minneapolis, Minn., o

Minneapolis neighbors gather for latest chance to weigh in on 2040 Comprehensive Plan

The public hearing held by the City Council, among the final steps in a contentious process, went on for nearly five hours.
South Metro
November 15, 2018
The Savage police squad vehicle struck by a motorist Monday night.

Charges pending for driver who struck Savage police squad car

Officer Alex Casey was helping a motorist on Hwy. 13 when his squad was hit.
Local
November 14, 2018
Adults participated in a Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance class taught by Dr. Fuzhong Li (not pictured) at the "Take a Stand to Prevent Falls" e

Brooks: Hennepin County tries to ease the stress of stressful jobs

Hennepin County's $1.4 million HealthWorks program aims to save taxpayers money in the long run by easing stress, illness and burnout.
Minneapolis
November 14, 2018
Waste water churns in aeration tanks. ] Mark Vancleave - mark.vancleave@startribune.com * The Metropolitan Wastewater Treatment plant in St. Paul whic

Minneapolis sewage heat plan draws concerns from Met Council

Regional government staff said they will stop analyzing a plan to tap the sewer near the University of Minnesota.
West Metro
November 14, 2018
The race for Hennepin County sheriff pit challenger Dave Hutchinson, left, against incumbent Rich Stanek.

Hennepin County sheriff-elect retains law firm in case of recount

Outgoing Sheriff Rich Stanek has seven days to ask for a recount.
St. Paul
November 14, 2018
Sept. 25, 2009 - St. Paul, MN; Trash haulers wind their way through an alley in the Mac-Groveland neighborhood Friday morning.

St. Paul rejects effort to bring city's new trash collection system to the voters

St. Paul residents frustrated by the new system wanted a chance to vote on it in 2019.
Minneapolis
November 14, 2018
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey along with attorneys Tom Walsh, Clint Conner, Luke Grundman (far right) and resident Gina Robinson (right of mayor) durin

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, tenant advocates launch program that aims to help renters on the verge of eviction

They aim to increase pro bono legal assistance to renters facing eviction.
Local
November 14, 2018
Keith "Huffer" Christiansen.

Keith 'Huffer' Christiansen, U.S. Hockey Hall of Famer, dies at age 74

He helped the U.S. hockey team earn a silver medal at the 1972 Winter Olympics.
Local
November 14, 2018
Martin Larsen in a field with a cover crop of rye grass that remains after he harvested the corn from the land he farms near Byron.

Farms and forests could be key to curbing greenhouse gas emissions

Managing landscapes can hold more carbon in soil, grass and trees, cutting greenhouse gas emissions.
Minneapolis
November 14, 2018
Al Bangoura, left, the recreation superintendent for Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation, and Seve Ghose, the Metro Parks and Recreation Departmen

Two interview for Minneapolis Park Board superintendent

One is a longtime former Minneapolis Park Board employee and the other a newcomer.
St. Paul
November 14, 2018
St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter smiled after signing the $15 minimum wage ordinance.

St. Paul City Council passes $15 minimum wage, and mayor signs it

St. Paul joined a growing number of local governments across the country that have decided to exceed state and federal minimums.
Local
November 14, 2018

Police identify carjackers who died after crashing Lyft car in St. Cloud

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November 14, 2018
Demolition at Target Field in preparation for renovations.

Target Field increasing security with revamped entry, adding grass area

The Twins, along with all of Major League Baseball, are moving slowly toward full NFL-level security. Most of the changes revolve around the Gate 34 entrance and main plaza.
West Metro
November 14, 2018

Ex-prosecutor who was a suspect in Plymouth shooting is released from jail without charges

County attorney's office say Plymouth death is still under investigation and there's still no decision on charges.
North Metro
November 14, 2018
iStockphoto.com Teenage hands holding cigarette outdoor.

Brooklyn Center raises minimum age to buy tobacco products to 21

Brooklyn Center is 16th city in state to change the minimum age to 21.
Minneapolis
November 14, 2018
Minneapolis Superintendent Ed Graff greeted students as they made their way into Jenny Lind Elementary School on the first day of school, Monday, Augu

Minneapolis School District returns to post-Labor Day start to school year

The school board approved the change, which starts next fall, after hearing from parents.
Local
November 14, 2018

Pedestrian killed in St. Cloud hit-and-run; 20-year-old later arrested

St. Paul
November 14, 2018
Fallen chunk of concrete forced the closure of the RiverCentre parking ramp.

St. Paul's RiverCentre parking ramp reopens after repairs

The ramp was shut down in May after a chunk of concrete fell on a parked car.
Local
November 14, 2018

Becker County man jailed in Audubon death

Authorities say there is no threat to the public.

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