East Metro
Land swap will give Pig's Eye Park in St. Paul new visibility
The restructured deal gives the East Side more access to parkland rather than adding more green space to Highland Park neighborhood.
Local
Former St. Paul police officer sentenced for kicking man being attacked by K-9
The suspect, who was innocent, was also mauled by a police dog.
Local
Motorists will find weekend closure, detour on Hwy. 52 in St. Paul
Ramps from I-394 and I-94 to 4th Street in downtown Minneapolis will close Monday.
Local
Twin Cities man charged in wife's 2010 death he blamed on intruder
There were no signs of an intruder, despite the claim made by Heidi Firkus' husband.
Local
St. Paul commission suggests new violence prevention office, end to pretext stops
The group was created to suggest alternatives to traditional 911 responses by police.
Local
Husband of Heidi Firkus arrested 11 years after her shooting death in St. Paul home
Heidi Firkus' shooting had been initially reported as the result of a break-in.
Variety
10 arts groups serving communities of color to split $7M in funding
At least $500,000 each for "cultural treasures" linked to communities of color.
Local
Fewer applicants line up to become recruits for St. Paul police force
The St. Paul police hopes to train the recruits this fall.
Local
Some Minnesota businesses, areas keep a mask requirement
Gov. Tim Walz canceled the mandate Friday but said cities and businesses can set their own policies. For the near future, Minnesotans are likely to face a patchwork of different rules.
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Free Lowertown Sounds concerts returning to St. Paul's Mears Park in June
Annie Mack, the New Standards, Lady Midnight and Flamin' Ohs are among the acts lined up for the Thursday night series.
Local
Viking cruising into St. Paul for Mississippi River tours in 2022
The international cruise line will offer a 15-day itinerary from St. Paul to New Orleans.
Local
Owners of St. Paul's Amsterdam Bar fear impact of planned bike lane
Loss of parking could impact bar's bottom line, which affects city, too.
East Metro
Ramsey, Washington counties prepare for curbside organics recycling
The program will allow residents in more than 50 communities to recycle food waste.
East Metro
Oakdale police investigating theft of COVID-19 vaccine vial
Videos show a man calling the vial "poison."
Local
St. Paul city attorney won't seek outside opinion on mayor's veto allowing housing project
The veto allowed developer Alatus to move forward with a controversial housing project.
Local
Bush Foundation names 16 Minnesotans to 2021 fellowship program
St. Paul philanthropy picks annual recipients who are awarded up to $100,000.
Local
Work begins to restore St. Paul stream, revive Hidden Falls
Through the summer, workers will build a tunnel beneath Mississippi River Boulevard that will allow runoff from a wide area to reach Hidden Falls.
Local
Organizers for bridge reconnecting Rondo neighborhood seek input
Online sessions will gather community input.
Local
Work begins in St. Paul to restore a stream, revive Hidden Falls
Through the summer, workers will build a tunnel beneath Mississippi River Boulevard that will allow runoff from a wide area to reach Hidden Falls.
East Metro
Klobuchar enlists mothers for vaccine push
People urged to take advantage of walk-in access to shots.
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