Reporter | Traffic and transportation

Tim Harlow covers traffic and transportation issues in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, and likes to get out of the office, even during rush hour. He also covers the suburbs in northern Hennepin and all of Anoka counties, plus breaking news and weather. 

Harlow previously spent four years covering Washington County news and writing about family events and festivals. He is a resident of Robbinsdale and earned a communications degree from Concordia College in Moorhead, Minn., and a masters degree in communications from Bethel University.


North High teacher who resurrected dance program gets surprise visit from 'GMA'

Kara Noble was honored Tuesday as part of National Teacher Appreciation Day.


Lakeville teachers, district reach tentative contract agreement

The agreement came after a 12-hour mediation session Monday night.


Man who died in south Minneapolis shooting was firefighter in Eagan and Eden Prairie

Both departments said Joseph C. Johns died in the early Sunday shooting.


I-35W northbound reopens in Bloomington after crash involving pedestrian

The 39-year-old pedestrian was taken to HCMC with life-threatening injuries, the State Patrol said.


Are plastic lane dividers enough to keep drivers safe in work zones?

Motorists have raised concerns amid recent crashes on Hwy. 52 in Dakota County and I-35 near Faribault.


Bank robbery suspect in Alexandria still on the run

The hold-up occurred about 4:25 p.m. at the Bremer Bank. The suspect allegedly had a gun.


Blaine will be home to metro area's second Asia Mall featuring dining, shopping and culture

Asia Village at Northtown Mall will open in 2025.


Part of Metro Transit's Blue Line will close for 10 days starting Friday

Buses will fill in between Fort Snelling and Mall of America stations until May 13.


Osseo dismisses city administrator; police chief will fill in

The city has not yet disclosed the terms of a "mutual" separation agreement with Riley Grams.


Northland College averts closure, will stay open with restructured model

The private school in Ashland, Wis., will offer just eight majors and "right-size" its faculty and staff.