West Metro
February 23, 2018

Hennepin County fixing housing gaps for its most vulnerable populations

The approach aims to "move the needle" for hard-to-serve groups.
Music
February 23, 2018
Second annual Celebration at Paisley Park to feature Sheila E., fDeluxe, NPG

Second annual Celebration at Paisley Park to feature Sheila E., fDeluxe, NPG

Tickets for the April 19-21 event were bumped up to $550 and $1,050.
West Metro
February 22, 2018
A parent walks his child to Orono Schumann Elementary School as a police officer stands nearby as students arrive for the day Thursday, Feb. 22, 2018,

Threats, student arrest, lockdown leave Orono shaken

One student was charged with making threat that led to lockdown of schools. Also, two other districts reported possible threats had been investigated.
TV & Media
February 22, 2018
Alex Trebek and Edina's Rob Worman.

Edina man's string of 'Jeopardy' wins snapped

Rob Worman, who ended up with $133,901 in winnings, said the new champion was too fast on the buzzer.
Eat & Drink
February 22, 2018
Hot Indian Foods expanding with new locations at Mall of America, Mpls. skyway

Hot Indian Foods expanding with new locations at Mall of America, Mpls. skyway

The company that started as a food truck is heating up with two new outposts.
Eat & Drink
February 22, 2018
Chef Lenny Russo taking over Hotel Landing's food and drink in Wayzata

Chef Lenny Russo taking over Hotel Landing's food and drink in Wayzata

He's best-known for his work at the former Heartland Restaurant and Wine Bar, which was a pioneer in the farm-to-table movement locally.
West Metro
February 22, 2018
Orono Police Chief Correy Farniok said a student was arrested at the high school Wednesday after a threat of gun violence that came from the school. A

Student arrested in Orono schools threat that prompted lockdown

An online threat had students barricaded in their classrooms for hours, with desks and chairs blocking the doors.
TV & Media
February 22, 2018
Alex Trebek and Edina's Rob Worman.

With 6 wins in a row and $133K, Edina brainiac back on 'Jeopardy' today

Rob Worman will be back on the show Thursday for another challenge.
West Metro
February 21, 2018

Pedestrian in critical condition after being hit by car in Bloomington

It happened near the tintersection of Bloomington Ferry Road and Landau Drive about 8 p.m., police said.
West Metro
February 20, 2018
Marcus Allen Wayne Hallmark

Suspect in Minnetonka park-and-ride killing found guilty

Marcus Hallmark will be sentenced Monday for the killing of Thomas Russ in March 2017.
West Metro
February 20, 2018

Hopkins Dance Center founder Leslie Daly, who taught generations of dancers, dies at 71

Leslie Jean Daly, of St. Louis Park, died Jan. 14 at age 71 after battling breast cancer for 18 years.
TV & Media
February 20, 2018
Game show host Alex Trebek and "Jeopardy!" phenom Rob Worman, of Edina.

Still alive! 5 winning days on 'Jeopardy' sends Edina man soaring past $100K

He'll be back on the show Wednesday for Day 6 on the long-running quiz show.
West Metro
February 19, 2018
The view of the proposed water treatment plant at Southdale Center from France Avenue. The city is expected to vote on the construction of the plant a

Edina doesn't intend for its new water treatment plant to be run-of-the-mill

Edina is looking to build a water treatment plant at Southdale Center that would improve the city's water taste and clarity.
West Metro
February 18, 2018
Video released of pricey sports cars topping 100 mph in pack on I-394

Video released of pricey sports cars topping 100 mph in pack on I-394

With case against drivers closed, authorities release audio and video records from 2016 escapade.
West Metro
February 17, 2018

Missing woman sought by Minneapolis police is found safe

A missing woman whose medical needs make her a vulnerable adult has been found and is safe, Minneapolis police say.
West Metro
February 17, 2018
Shortly before 2 a.m. last Saturday morning, Trooper Adam Flynn handcuffs the driver of a vehicle who was allegedly driving while under the influence

Edina's drunken-driving arrest rate shows focus on state highways

The suburb, with a dedicated enforcement officer, focuses on freeways that carry most traffic.
West Metro
February 17, 2018

Tracking Edina's DWI arrest rates

Edina Police Department has higher rates of DWI arrests than many other Minnesota law enforcement agencies.
West Metro
February 17, 2018
Crew members with the 106 Group working on the archaeological project in 2015, in preparation for road work on Flying Cloud Drive between Chanhassen a

Project digs into Flying Cloud Drive and 1,000 years of history

Archaeologists were given access before the construction rattles the land this spring.
West Metro
February 16, 2018

West metro police blotter, Feb. 18

West Metro
February 16, 2018

West metro news briefs: Bloomington City Council OKs expansion of school at Islamic Center

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