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Minneapolis clears several South Side homeless encampments
The city used bulldozers and removed tents at three encampments in the East Phillips neighborhood Thursday morning.
Project 2025 platform proposal aims to allow mining in Boundary Waters watershed
The proposal suggests removing the 20-year protection on the Superior National Forest that President Joe Biden's administration had ordered in 2023.
What to know about the deadly multistate listeria outbreak
There have been 12 states confirmed to have people sick as part of the recent nationwide listeria outbreak.
Some Minnesota cities propose bans on homeless camping in wake of Supreme Court ruling
Two Minnesota towns have proposed ordinances to ban homeless people from camping in public following the Supreme Court ruling.
Spike Moss, longtime Minneapolis activist, has city street named in his honor
Speakers credited Moss as a key figure in desegregating the Minneapolis Fire Department and pushing to add more Black officers to the police force.
Minneapolis works to clear storm debris and fix thousands of power outages across metro area
Compounding the situation is the strike by some Minneapolis Parks and Rec employees and arborists.
Star Tribune announces lineup of new editors and revamped news departments
The five new department leaders include a mix of internal and external hires.
Twin Cities' mosquito numbers in July are down so far compared to average, report finds
An entomologist with the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District said the drought in past summers killed off a large number of the mosquitoes.
Delta apologizes for posts criticizing attendants' Palestinian flag pins, will ban all but U.S. pins
The employee who wrote the posts will no longer be handling Delta's social media pages, a spokesperson said.
Highway entrances reopen to Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport
Officers were responding to the suspicious item found in the north end of the main terminal, a spokesman said.
Minneapolis rideshare driver finds large snake left in car
The snake, a ball python, was taken to the city's animal control center.
More people charged in July 4th fireworks melee in Minneapolis' Dinkytown
Charges against others could still come as the county attorney's office continues to review the late-night incidents, a spokesperson said.
Minnesota-made video game 'WolfQuest' maintains its pack of followers years later
The finalized "anniversary edition" is planned for release later this year. The original game was made in partnership with the Minnesota Zoo.
Thunderstorms expected to affect July 4th festivities in southern Minnesota
Storms are forecast to sweep across areas south of I-94 in Minnesota. Due to the forecast, the Lake Minnetonka fireworks display will be moved to Wednesday night instead of Thursday night, the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce said in a Facebook post.
Outcome of case against man who killed fellow inmate at St. Peter hospital angers victim's family
The attorney for the man who killed Abdirashid Hussein at the security hospital in St. Peter, and an attorney for Hussein's family, said they think there were warning signs.
Minneapolis Wedge's 'cat tour' goes purrfectly again this year
Attendees gleefully walked the streets and sidewalks looking for cats on display as part of the year's event.
Hennepin County attorney: With 30% decrease in auto thefts, youth intervention program is working
Moriarty said she believes the program has helped reduce in auto thefts so far in 2024.
After fierce debate, Lino Lakes passes temporary halt on Muslim-friendly property development
Some residents say the size of the residential and commercial development, which includes a mosque, is motivating concerns; project backers disagree.
Mother of 4-year-old Hopkins boy who drowned calls for more autism services
Fay Jede said she hopes the tragic death of her son, who was found in Minnehaha Creek near his family's apartment, leads to changes that could prevent future drownings.
Star Tribune's MaryJo Webster wins prestigious Minnesota journalism award
The paper took home top awards in various "big" print news categories during the annual awards.
Body found in one of two vehicles recovered from Minnesota River in Bloomington
The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office got a report of a person driving a vehicle into the Minnesota River in Bloomington on Sunday night.
Lino Lakes panel backs 1-year delay on mosque housing development
The Planning Board's vote was unanimous; the City Council will vote next on the proposed moratorium.
5-year-old pulled from Edina apartment pool has died
The boy survived for six days at Children's Minnesota hospital before he died.
35-year-old man shot and killed in north Minneapolis ID'd
Police have yet to make an arrest in the killing of Derek Burgess of Minneapolis.
Somali parents ramp up efforts to prevent tragedies following 4-year-old boy's drowning
Nonprofits say the death highlights a broader need for more culturally-responsive services for Somali families that have children with autism.
Speeding motorcyclist crashes into squad car after chase with State Patrol in Minneapolis
The motorcyclist, who was hospitalized after the crash, was traveling at speeds of over 100 miles per hour, according to emergency dispatch audio.
Elko New Market's request to increase water use for bottling plant gets DNR's OK
The Scott County city wants to double the amount of groundwater taken each year for a firm that supplies Walmart and Costco.
Mpls. Chief O'Hara says fatal shooting of man by police was 'justifiable and lawful'
Chief Brian O'Hara said the man was armed, 'threatening folks [and] not acting normally.' The shooting took place late Wednesday along Hiawatha Ave. in south Minneapolis.
Man waving gun shot and killed by police, Minneapolis chief says
Four officers responded to a 911 call about an armed man, and three officers fired their weapons, Brian O'Hara said early Thursday.
Child dies days after Burnsville shooting, wounded father is suspect
Police are still investigating to determine whether the father meant to shoot his child, the city's communications director said.
Body of missing 4-year-old boy found in Minnehaha Creek, police say
Hopkins police said they suspect the cause of death was drowning, but it has not been confirmed by the medical examiner.
As Feeding Our Future jury deliberates, FBI raids defendant's home
It wasn't clear why or if other defendants' homes or any other sites were searched.
Ricky Cobb's family will ask Justice Department to investigate State Patrol
Attorneys for the family of Cobb, shot and killed by a Minnesota State Patrol officer, said the DOJ's Civil Rights Division should look into what they allege to flaws in training.
Ricky Cobb's family angry Moriarty dismissed murder charge against trooper
The mother of the man slain by Minnesota trooper Ryan Londregan said she felt betrayed and lied to by the Hennepin County Attorney.
Police officer, civilian and shooter dead, and responders wounded in Minneapolis shooting
Jamal Mitchell was 'ambushed' while responding to a shooting at an apartment building in the 2200 block of Blaisdell Avenue, making him the first Minneapolis police officer to be shot and killed in the line of duty in more than 20 years.
Hennepin County to ask Supreme Court to review overturned conviction in Deshaun Hill killing
County Attorney Mary Moriarty said her office would re-try the case if it is returned to the district level.
Man dies after he was shot in Minneapolis, with kids in his car
The man was in a vehicle with two children and another adult when he was shot in the head, police say.
2-year-old girl dies in Minneapolis shelter of suspected fentanyl poisoning, police say
Police Chief Brian O'Hara said it's suspected the drug was present in the home.
This diehard Timberwolves fan flies from Japan every year to see them play
Mitsuaki Ohno has become an informal ambassador for the Timberwolves and the NBA, as well as Minnesota, even giving the rest of his season tickets to Japanese students abroad.
Man who died in south Minneapolis house fire is identified
The victim lived alone, according to neighbors.
Here's where Charles Barkley has visited in Minneapolis so far
The TV analyst and basketball Hall of Famer told the Star Tribune he's glad to be back in town for the first time since 2019.
Police investigate hit-run in Minneapolis mosque lot as possible hate crime
Minneapolis police said they had increased patrols in the area to increase security.
Don't want to pay $75 to park near Target Center for Timberwolves game? Here are options.
Here is a list that includes parking ramps a few blocks from Target Center with a much more affordable cost.
Family of slain Mpls. football player speaks out after charge dismissed
More than a year after his death, family looking for answers.
Tornado watch canceled early in south Twin Cities metro
The alert is still active in the Rochester area as the "particularly dangerous" storm moves on.
St. Paul Highland Park High students hold pro-Palestinian walkout
The high school students said they were inspired by the wave of college protests happening in Minnesota and nationwide.
Protesters gather outside the GOP dinner to take issue with Trump
The former president's visit also drew supporters outside RiverCentre.
A busy day ahead for Trump: First his son's graduation in Florida, then dinner with state Republicans in St. Paul
Here's a breakdown of what's expected to be a full day for the former president.
Wolves fans are pumped, cautiously optimistic at Game 6
One fan said he brought his secret weapon to the game against the Nuggets: a friend who has never seen the Wolves lose when he goes to Target Center.
Driver injured in collision with Blue Line light rail in Bloomington
A collision took place Monday afternoon between a Blue Line train and a vehicle in Bloomington.
Brawl erupts at Northtown Mall carnival; officer injured while intervening
One of the officers who jumped in to stop the fight suffered a concussion, police said.
Minnesota developers create video game to help preserve the Ojibwe language
The group of mostly Native creators say they are making a game they hope will both teach and highlight the Ojibwe language, but also make for a fun experience.
Large fire erupts in Newport with billowing smoke seen miles away
No word yet on whether there are any injuries.
St. Paul police: Officers shoot, kill woman who pointed gun at them after suicide call
She was pronounced dead at the scene, a department spokesman said.
Carver County commissioner charged with misdemeanor domestic assault
Commissioner Matthew Udermann was charged with a misdemeanor for allegedly shoving his wife, who said she felt "shaken" by the altercation.
Protesters hold dueling Gaza rallies at University of Minnesota
Said one attendee at the pro-Israel gathering, "We don't want to foster a campus where only one side can speak up."
Judge rules that traffic stop, search of Myon Burrell by police was valid
Judge Peter Cahill wrote there was probable cause supporting the traffic stop and search of the vehicle driven by Burrell, whose life sentence for murder was recently commuted.
Medical examiner identifies pedestrian hit by vehicle and killed in Bloomington
The 58-year-old Minneapolis man was pronounced dead at HCMC less than an hour after the collision, police said.
Man killed in domestic incident in Coon Rapids, Sheriff's Office says
Jail logs show the 25-year-old suspect is being held on suspicion of second-degree murder.
U of M's interim president meets with pro-Palestinian protest leaders
UMN's Jeff Ettinger later sent an email to the groups noting a "shared understanding" the encampment would be removed, but organizers disagreed and said it would continue.
Minneapolis education support professionals file intent to strike
The education support professionals chapter did not reach a tentative agreement Wednesday and has started a 10-day countdown when they could strike.
Lino Lakes considers temporarily halting proposed development that includes a mosque
The council is considering placing a moratorium on the project that has drawn outrage from some residents.
Two Forest Lake High School athletes hit by car, airlifted to hospital
Two 15-year-old boys were airlifted to a hospital, the superintendent said.
Worker crushed, killed by concrete mixer in southeast Minnesota
A dolly supporting the concrete mixer drum failed and caused the mixer to fall on the 63-year-old man, the Dodge County Sheriff's Office said.
Another pro-Palestinian protest camp goes up at the U
U of M student groups announced the rally Monday, stating that "the time for escalation has come."
Why late-night food options have dwindled in Minneapolis
Several business employees and managers cited a decline in business, concerns over public safety and changing consumer expectations post-COVID as reasons for the decline in overnight and late-night hours.
BCA says man pointed pistol-style BB gun at officers before he was shot in Woodbury
The BCA has identified six officers who used force during the Woodbury incident, including two who fired their guns.
Daughter sues St. Paul, two officers in Yia Xiong's killing
The lawsuit accuses the two officers and the city of negligence in the death of the Hmong immigrant and war veteran.
Clash brewing over Lino Lakes development plan that includes mosque
The project, which would include a large residential component along with a mosque on about 10 acres, would still need approval from Lino Lakes city government.
Robbinsdale shelter-in-place alert accidentally sent countywide
Authorities say Hennepin County mistakenly sent out a shelter-in-place alert countywide that was supposed to be sent to only one block in Robbinsdale for a domestic incident.
Armed man shot during standoff with police outside Target in Woodbury
The shooting occurred late in the morning in the parking lot, police said.
Jill Biden rallies women, teachers for the Biden-Harris ticket in Bloomington speeches
She spoke to women at a brewery and then addressed Education Minnesota's annual convention.
Four Minnesotans catch salmonella in outbreak linked to basil sold at Trader Joe's
Officials suspect the salmonella is linked to the Infinite Herbs brand of basil, which has been removed from store shelves.
Rep. Omar's daughter arrested, suspended from college for pro-Palestinian protests
Rep. Omar had questioned Columbia University's president about campus protests a day earlier.
Body of missing canoeist, 15, recovered from southwest Minnesota lake
The boy had jumped out of a canoe to retrieve a paddle, but the wind pushed the canoe away from him, the sheriff's office said.
