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Restored Stillwater Lift Bridge to open to bicyclists and pedestrians on June 1
The extensive renovation was part of the $646 million project that built the new motor vehicle bridge to the south.
Citing compassionate release, federal judge cuts Duluth inmate's sentence due to COVID
The prisoner, from Roseville, served three months before released.
Minnesota BCA investigating death of suspect who had been held in Maplewood police car
There was no physical altercation between the man and the arresting officer, the BCA said. The suspect told the officer he had ingested drugs.
Twin Cities metro police blotter, June 7
ANDOVER MAY 18 Vandalism. Eggs were thrown at a shed and SpaghettiOs dumped on a vehicle in a driveway in the 16100 block of…
Minneapolis nonprofits: Need still urgent for food donations to help families affected by riots
The Sheridan Story will take food donations from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.
Vadnais Heights quietly scrubs website of Craig Johnson's bio
Johnson submitted his resignation last week after e-mails containing his inflammatory postings were sent to city leaders and media.
For mother of Philando Castile, George Floyd's death a nightmare revisited
"George Floyd was the straw that broke the camel's back," Valerie Castile said.
Ramsey County Board declares 30-day state of emergency for civil unrest
The Ramsey County Board declared a monthlong state of emergency Monday after the civil unrest, looting and arson following the death of George Floyd, a…
'Flash looting,' more fires break out in St. Paul as unrest spreads
Looting and fires were reported on University Avenue in the Midway district. An East Side shopping mall also was hit.
Clark Osojnicki, a financial analyst and champion dog trainer, dies of COVID-19 at 56
At the hospital, staffers had seen signs of improvement, and his wife felt certain he would return to their Stillwater home soon.
Minnesota churches open for first time since March 18
While any group could open its doors, Catholics had the advantage because they tend to have daily services.
Falcon Heights City Council upholds veggie garden ban
One resident's challenge of the ban has drawn the support of thousands in the Ramsey County suburb.
Businesses with five or fewer employees are first in line for Ramsey County relief
About half of Ramsey County businesses with five or fewer workers will be the first eligible for $7,500 emergency grants.
St. Cloud Diocese to file for bankruptcy, pay $22.5 million to abuse survivors
Payments, bankruptcy plan to be filed with court in coming weeks.
Vadnais Heights Council Member Craig Johnson resigns after exposure of bigoted social media posts
An anonymous person e-mailed the posts to more than 40 members of the media, local leaders and advocacy groups.
Ramsey County Board OKs spending plan for $96 million in federal pandemic aid
The board earmarked all but $26 million for emergency response costs, which will be approved as it's spent.
St. Paul man killed, wife wounded in attack by son in Wisconsin, sheriff says
The attacks occurred at a lakeside home near Hayward, according to the Sheriff's Office.
Twin Cities metro police blotter, May 24
COLUMBUS MAY 15 Vandalism. Gravel was found in the engine of a semitrailer truck in the 14500 block of Lake Drive NE. DENMARK TOWNSHIP…
MnDOT might let bars, restaurants use state roads for outdoor dining
The agency has gained approval from the federal government.
Woodbury woman with troubled driving history charged in deadly I-94 crash
Since 2015, her vehicle has been involved in more than 30 driving complaints or traffic stops, according to the prosecution.