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Bicyclist injured in hit-and-run in Plymouth; police looking for driver
The crash happened at Rockford Road and Vicksburg Lane about 8:30 p.m. Saturday.
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Suspect arrested after body found in Bloomington dumpster
Officers were gathered at an apartment complex on Nicollet Avenue, police said.
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Man, dog reunited 2 days after car with pet inside was stolen in Richfield
"Vic was pretty thirsty and stinky when we got home, but he got a bath and is curled up in bed sleeping," according to the owner.
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More Twin Cities suburbs draw on public art to develop sense of place
Vibrant murals and whimsical sculptures are on display.
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Hennepin County Library to increase hours of operation, but workers say there's not enough staff
They say more are workers needed as Hennepin County plans to extend hours of operation.
Gophers
Murder charges filed in crash that killed U hockey coach Motzko's son, another man
Prosecutors also already have filed notice with the court that they will seek a longer than normal sentence for James D. Blue, 51, because of the nature of the alleged crime.
Local
Hennepin County Board approves maximum property tax levy
The board has raised the property tax levy each year by an average of 4.6% since 2015.
Local
Minnesota state Rep. Cedrick Frazier won't run for Hennepin County attorney
Frazier said he is "committed to public safety and justice and will continue working to advance those important goals in the state legislature."
Local
Nurse who discovered Irwin Jacobs murder-suicide at Orono mansion sues estate for trauma
Lisa Ann Hayes found legendary businessman Irwin Jacobs and his wife dead in their master bedroom.
High Schools
'We're all scrambling': Bus, official shortages hit high school sports hard
Minnesota athletic directors are getting creative to transport student-athletes from one event to the next, while hoping there will be enough officials there when they arrive.
Local
Hennepin County Sheriff offers education for inmates
Hennepin County unveils program to help inmates earn GEDs, new skills.
Local
Former Hennepin County probation officer found guilty on all counts in kidnapping, murder case
Ex-probation officer aided, abetted killing, jurors find.
High Schools
Bicyclist struck, killed in Carver County was St. Louis Park nordic ski coach
He was hit by a vehicle on Aug. 31 and died more than a week later.
Local
Former Hennepin County probation officer on trial for kidnapping, murder breaks down in tears
Elsa Segura testified that she didn't question her boyfriend about setting up a home showing that led to the killing of a real estate agent.
Local
Hennepin County starts initiative to battle hate amid rise in bias crimes
Commissioner Jeff Lunde will ask board for $1 million to address the issue.
Local
Bail set for accused shooter in Hwy. 169 killing
Jamal Smith's attorney asked for a much lower amount, which a judge rejected.
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