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Detour ahead: Portion of westbound I-94 closed in east metro this weekend
By Ashley Halbach at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
A section of westbound Interstate 94 from St. Paul to Maplewood will be closed for the weekend.
The closure starts at 10 p.m. on Friday, June 25, and the interstate will reopen by 5 a.m. on Monday, June 29.
Westbound drivers will be detoured in Maplewood to I-694 to I-35E and able to get ba...
Key takeaway on Friday, June 25, and the interstate will reopen by 5 a.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The closure of westbound I-94 from St. Paul to Maplewood this weekend will undoubtedly cause inconvenience for commuters and travelers in the east metro area. For Minneapolis residents who frequently travel to St. Paul, this detour may add significant time to their usual commute, especially during peak hours. The detour route, which takes drivers through Maplewood to I-694 to I-35E, will likely increase traffic volume on these alternative routes, potentially leading to congestion and delays. As the Minnesota Department of Transportation works to complete the bridge repair and replacement project by September, Minneapolis drivers should plan ahead and consider alternative modes of transportation or adjust their travel schedules to minimize the impact of this closure. The completion of this project will ultimately improve the safety and infrastructure of the interstate, but for now, drivers must navigate the temporary disruption.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A section of westbound Interstate 94 from St. Paul to Maplewood will be closed for the weekend.
The closure starts at 10 p.m. on Friday, June 25, and the interstate will reopen by 5 a.m. on Monday, June 29.
Westbound drivers will be detoured in Maplewood to I-694 to I-35E and able to get ba...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 26, 2026 by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) and curated for The Minneapolis readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Ashley Halbach at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC). To learn more about how The Minneapolis selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
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