MPD says downtown barricades are "creative" crime solution amidst staff shortages
Starting Friday, Second Street in the Mill District has been marked by concrete barriers and road closure signs in several areas.
Cedric Alexander tapped for new Minneapolis role: Commissioner of Community Safety
The position integrates five departments -- 911, the city fire department, the emergency management office, the police department, and neighborhood safety, formerly known as the Office of Violence Prevention.
Bloomington begins phasing out tobacco licenses for businesses
The city of Bloomington is taking more steps to end tobacco sales. Starting Thursday, the city will begin phasing out tobacco licenses.
Thousands return to downtown Minneapolis for Twin Cities Pride march
Thousands flocked to Hennepin Avenue for the return of the Twin Cities Pride march through downtown Minneapolis Sunday afternoon.
Elected officials detail plans to protect abortion in Minnesota
Between rallies from the two opposing groups, elected officials detailed their plans to keep abortion legal in the state as neighboring states outlaw the practice.
As gas prices continue to surge ahead of summer holidays, Minnesota marinas navigate pain at the pump
As Minnesota's average price for gasoline maintains a price near $4.75 a gallon heading into the heart of summer, marinas along the St. Croix River are averaging prices up to $2 more.
Area evacuated as standoff with suspected shooter in St. Michael stretches into 2nd day
The Wright County Sheriff's Office says Brandon Gardas was shot by law enforcement "after an armed confrontation" inside his home.
West Broadway Block Party celebrates Juneteenth, makes push for Black economic development
Sunday's Juneteenth event in north Minneapolis celebrated multiple firsts.
St. Paul firefighters provide update after 2 workers die in trench collapse
St. Paul Firefighters have recovered the two construction workers killed when a trench collapsed on them Friday afternoon.
Ramsey Co. leaders take shots at lawmakers, aim at solutions for gun safety
In a press conference Wednesday morning, County Attorney John Choi announced the county's plan to give away 1,000 gun locks at more than one dozen community locations – including social services locations in St. Paul, Maplewood and Roseville.
Community supports Ukrainian chalk artist during Maple Grove event
While dozens of artists lined the street for Arbor Lakes Chalkfest, Tetiana Talanova's story behind her art might have been the most compelling.
As national gas average nears $5, Minnesotans are rethinking summer travel
As statewide averages near $4.75 Friday, many are making the decision to host a vacation closer to home.
'A Slap In The Face': Self-Employed Minnesotans, Including At-Home Child Care Providers, Excluded from Hero Pay
While more than 250,000 Minnesotans had applied for Frontline "Hero" Pay by Thursday evening, thousands more say their self-employed status means they're not eligible for payment despite working through the pandemic.
Minnesota's frontline workers can apply for 'Hero Pay' Wednesday
Frontline workers are now able to cash in on their hard work. Applications for pandemic bonus pay opened Wednesday morning, but not without hiccups.
'Hope in Motion' celebrates survivors, supports those battling cancer
Hundreds took to the pavement Sunday morning at Veteran's Park in Richfield, celebrating National Cancer Survivors Day with a 5K and one mile run/walk.