Waxing kit recall expanded due to overheating concerns
The recall for a popular waxing kit has been expanded due to possible fire and risks after some have reported overheating.
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Minneapolis NAACP demands firing of city housing head, threatens lawsuit over Heritage Park conditions
The Minneapolis NAACP is calling for Minneapolis Public Housing Authority (MPHA) Executive Director Abdi Warsame to resign or be fired, following what the organization describes as widespread neglect and unacceptable conditions at the Heritage Park public housing complex. NAAC...
State Rep. Elliott Engen pleads not guilty to charges in DWI arrest
Republican State Rep. Elliott Engen pleaded not guilty on Friday to all charges stemming from a DWI arrest in March. A White Bear Lake police officer stopped Engen just before 2 a.m. March 27 on suspicion of speeding, according to a police report. RELATED: Police: Rep. Elli...
Mistrial declared after jury deadlocks in Palisades Fire trial
A federal judge declared a mistrial in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged with setting a fire that officials said eventually became the Palisades Fire....
Pilot killed in plane crash near Winona Municipal Airport
A pilot died Thursday evening after a small plane crashed near a runway at the Winona Municipal Airport.
Minneapolis police investigate deadly Clinton Avenue shooting
Minneapolis police are investigating a shooting after one man was killed and another was critically injured early on Friday morning. According to investigators, officers responded to the 2500 block of Clinton Avenue South at about 12:45 a.m. after multiple reports of gunfire. ...
South Minneapolis shooting leaves man dead, police investigate second gunshot victim
Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in south Minneapolis early Friday, with a second man later turning up to a hospital with gunshot wounds....
How to Keep your Pup Calm on the Fourth of July
With the Fourth of July just around the corner, the dazzling fireworks that light up the night sky can be a source of real stress and anxiety for your furry family members. Matt Lindberg from Village Animal Hospital in Minnetonka stopped by Minnesota Live with helpful tips to kee...
Pilot killed in plane crash in southeast Minnesota
No one else was on board. The National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration are investigating.
Eden Prairie firefighters who saved infant from burning townhome honored with Hometown Hero award
Firefighters braved flames, heat and smoke so thick they couldn’t see during the 2024 rescue.
Judge threatens contempt for Frey over police staffing levels - MPR News
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At least 1 dead in plane crash near Winona Airport
Authorities say that at least one person was killed in a plane crash at Winona Municipal Airport on Thursday evening, according to KSTP’s sister station KAAL. Officials didn’t confirm how many were killed, but said there was at least one fatality. They also said it was a sm...
Reform, money and trust: Council members’ key criteria for Minneapolis’ next police chief
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Man dead after crashing car into tree in Duluth Township
Authorities are investigating a fatal crash that left a Duluth Township man dead after his car struck a tree and spun out on Homestead Road.
Brothers accused of mishandling dozens of decomposing bodies at Colorado funeral home
Former Pueblo County Coroner Brian Lee Cotter and his brother, Christopher Aaron Cotter, were arrested in Colorado and face 125 counts of abuse of a corpse, with a judge setting their bond at $1 million....
USDA issues health alert for boneless chicken breast product sold at Kroger and Fred Meyer stores
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for raw honey Dijon boneless chicken breast products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens....
Detour alert: weekend closure of Highway 62 in Edina
In Edina, people will need to take a detour this weekend. Highway 62 between Highway 100 and I-35W will be closed in both directions starting Friday night at 10 p.m. It will reopen by 5 a.m. on Monday, June 29, before the morning rush hour. During this time, workers will be...
Be safe with fireworks - City of Minneapolis (.gov)
Be safe with fireworks City of Minneapolis (.gov)
4 Eden Prairie firefighters recognized with national award for saving infant from burning townhome
Four Eden Prairie firefighters have been recognized for saving an infant from a burning townhome two years ago. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Minnesota recognized Assistant Fire Chiefs Justin Johnson and Matt Worthington, who was a captain at the time, and fir...
Driver had alcohol, marijuana and cocaine in system during fatal bicyclist crash: Charges
A Minneapolis man has been charged after he allegedly hit and killed a bicyclist while under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
Judge orders Minneapolis mayor to meet legally required police officer staffing level
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey was ordered by a Hennepin County judge to bring the number of city police officers to the mandatory minimum ordered by the city charter....
Palisades Fire verdict: Jury deadlocked; Florida man charged with starting historic California fire
A Los Angeles jury has announced it is deadlocked in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged with setting a fire that officials said eventually became the Palisades Fire....
Despite problems, monitor overseeing Minneapolis police reforms encouraged by new leadership
Independent evaluator said he’s encouraged following his conversations with Interim Chief Bill Peterson.
Forecast First Alert: Dangerous heat, humidity next week
Minnesota’s Weather Authority has issued a Forecast First Alert due to dangerous heat and humidity levels that will arrive next week. ALERT DAYS currently include Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Timing Starting on Sunday, weather conditions will feel very different than now....
Animal Allies takes in nine Great Dane puppies after fire
https://www.wdio.com/front-page/top-stories/animal-allies-takes-in-nine-great-dane-puppies-after-fire The post Animal Allies takes in nine Great Dane puppies after fire first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
New Minnesota laws that go into effect July 1: What you need to know
From new crime and threat reporting requirements in schools, to anti-fraud efforts, state lawmakers approved a wide range of new laws that will go into effect this summer. Here's what you need to know:...
3 arrested in connection with fire at former Eagan middle school
Eagan police say they arrested three people who were inside a decommissioned middle school that caught fire Wednesday night. According to Eagan Police Sgt. Dave Streefland, officers were patrolling near the former Metcalf Middle School on Diffley Road when they saw a broken wi...
BCA names St. Peter officer shot, suspect killed after pursuit and standoff
A week after a police pursuit and standoff ended with an officer hurt and a man dead in St. Peter, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) has identified those involved. The BCA identified the Nicollet County Deputy as Sgt. Dustin Struckman, who has 13 years of law...
Illinois man charged after Rochester sting catches phone scammer with $50K in cash
A man from Illinois is facing felony charges after police say he took part in a scheme that convinced a Rochester resident to hand over thousands of dollars in cash and nearly fell for a gold bar handoff....
Man Stole Excavator, Drunkenly Demolished Minnesota Businesses: Police - Patch
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Police: Texas woman shot, stabbed, and dismembered partner before dumping remains
A 31-year-old woman has confessed to violently killing and dismembering a man with whom she lived, following an anonymous tip that led detectives to a Texas landfill, police said Thursday....
Judge orders Minneapolis mayor to meet city’s police staffing minimum or face trial
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey could face trial next year to explain why the city’s police department continues to fall short of its charter-mandated staffing requirements, according to a court order issued on Thursday. Thursday’s order stems from a petition filed by the Upper M...
Cambridge pulls portable toilets after string of arson fires at city parks
A string of arsons involving portable toilets at Cambridge city parks has prompted an investigation from police, according to city officials. While some people may see the fires as harmless pranks, investigators say that the consequences are incredibly dangerous. “Had these...
St. Paul woman dies 2 weeks after being hit by car near Hamline Avenue
A St. Paul woman died after spending two weeks in the hospital after she was hit by a car. St. Paul police said officers responded June 8 to an accident involving a vehicle and a pedestrian near Hamline Avenue North and Midway Parkway. Officers identified the pedestrian as 47...
Overnight fire at vacant Burnsville middle school prompts investigation
An investigation is underway after a fire overnight at Metcalf Middle School in Burnsville, Minnesota.
Lionel Richie falls ill mid-show, cuts St. Paul concert short on tour's opening night
Lionel Richie cut his performance short Thursday night after falling ill on stage during the opening stop of his latest tour with Earth, Wind and Fire at the Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul....
5 On Your Side: Summer Safety
Summer is packed with sunshine and adventure, but it also brings a unique set of safety risks for kids that other Minnesota seasons simply don’t. 5 Eyewitness News is sharing smart, practical tips to help families enjoy the season while avoiding preventable accidents. Find the fu...
Lionel Richie takes ill, cuts his St. Paul concert short
Lionel Richie announced the unexpected intermission at his concert on the first night of his tour with Earth, Wind & Fire.
St. Paul reopens debate on use of Flock Safety cameras
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Florida man accused of kidnapping teen, hiding her in dryer
A Florida man was arrested after allegedly kidnapping a teenage girl and hiding her inside a clothes dryer at his Key Largo home, authorities said.
Minneapolis man gets 12+ years for fentanyl trafficking, illegal machine guns
A Minneapolis man will spend more than 12 years in federal prison after investigators say he ran a major fentanyl trafficking operation and possessed illegal firearms across the Twin Cities....
Warrant: String of south Minneapolis armed robberies targeted delivery drivers
A series of armed robberies targeting food delivery drivers across Minneapolis earlier this year was the result of a coordinated months-long scheme, according to newly filed court documents. Minneapolis police say the suspects would lure drivers to specific south Minneapolis a...
2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Edina - Patch
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Minneapolis Man Fled Police After Drug Deal - mn crime
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Unique pitching decision backfires on Twins as Los Angeles Dodgers roll before big crowd at Target Field
Austin Voth was rocked in his Twins debut and the Dodgers won 12-3 behind a productive game from River Falls native Alex Call.
Charges: Man had BAC over 3 times the legal limit when he crashed into Woodbury townhomes
Charges have been filed against a man accused of driving over three times the legal limit when he crashed his car into multiple Woodbury townhome units, causing a gas leak. Ernest Anyere Ngwa, 53, is facing two counts of DWI, one count of traffic collision and one count of rec...
St. Paul Police new drones hit scenes in under 90 seconds, surpass last year’s drone flights
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Minneapolis Man Caught on Video Stabbing Man in Triangle Park - mn crime
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Big Tigger arrested; accused of injuring wife during fight
Longtime radio personality and former television host Big Tigger was arrested over the weekend on child cruelty and battery charges in Fulton County after allegedly pushing his wife into an office door during an argument, causing a deep facial cut, according to court documents....
Man arrested at Dulles airport after officers allegedly find child sex abuse, bestiality material in phone
A 28-year-old Maryland man arriving from Iceland was arrested after law enforcement allegedly found child sexual abuse and bestiality images on his phone....
Mayor Frey outlines timeline for selecting next Minneapolis police chief
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has released his timeline for selecting the city's next police chief following the sudden resignation of former chief Brian O'Hara last month....
Minneapolis man accused in Brooklyn Center bus stabbing, yelling 'I'll kill you'
A 27-year-old Minneapolis man is facing felony charges after police say he stabbed another man during a fight on a Metro Transit bus, leaving the victim with life-altering injuries....
Minneapolis man charged in Brooklyn Center bus stabbing: 'I'll kill you'
A 27-year-old Minneapolis man is facing felony charges after police say he stabbed another man during a fight on a Metro Transit bus, leaving the victim with life-altering injuries....
Minneapolis woman facing manslaughter charges for death of 3-month-old
A Minneapolis woman is facing charges for allegedly taking a sleeping pill and suffocating her 3-month-old daughter in her sleep. Alexsia Brina Miller, 31, was charged Tuesday with one count of second-degree manslaughter. On Jan. 5, Minneapolis police responded to an unspec...
Caught on camera: Baby deer stuck in levee rescued by Chaska PD, DNR officers
The Chaska Police Department and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources came to the rescue of a baby deer Monday morning, and it was all caught on camera....
Star Tribune retracts article on boating accident
The story was based on reporting that did not meet Star Tribune standards.
Trump says 6 people have been arrested for damaging the Reflecting Pool
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Tuesday that six people have been arrested for damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, as the iconic Washington, D.C. site increasingly becomes a flashpoint over the president’s $14-million-plus rehabilitation project gone awry...
Trump says 6 people arrested over damage to the troubled Reflecting Pool project
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Tuesday that six people have been arrested over damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, as the president’s $14-million-plus rehabilitation project gone awry increasingly becomes a flashpoint ahead of the country’s 250th annive...
Trump, without evidence, blames vandals for damage at Reflecting Pool; says 6 arrested
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Tuesday that six people have been arrested over damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, as the president’s $14-million-plus rehabilitation project gone awry increasingly becomes a flashpoint ahead of the country’s 250th annive...
Troubled Reflecting Pool faces fresh scrutiny over vandalism claims and duck deaths
WASHINGTON (AP) — The saga over the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool took a turn as President Donald Trump said Tuesday that six people have been arrested over recent damage. The president’s troubled $14-million-plus rehabilitation project has become a visceral flashpoint over la...
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