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Protesters gather outside the GOP dinner to take issue with Trump
The former president's visit also drew supporters outside RiverCentre.
A busy day ahead for Trump: First his son's graduation in Florida, then dinner with state Republicans in St. Paul
Here's a breakdown of what's expected to be a full day for the former president.
Wolves fans are pumped, cautiously optimistic at Game 6
One fan said he brought his secret weapon to the game against the Nuggets: a friend who has never seen the Wolves lose when he goes to Target Center.
Driver injured in collision with Blue Line light rail in Bloomington
A collision took place Monday afternoon between a Blue Line train and a vehicle in Bloomington.
Brawl erupts at Northtown Mall carnival; officer injured while intervening
One of the officers who jumped in to stop the fight suffered a concussion, police said.
Minnesota developers create video game to help preserve the Ojibwe language
The group of mostly Native creators say they are making a game they hope will both teach and highlight the Ojibwe language, but also make for a fun experience.
Large fire erupts in Newport with billowing smoke seen miles away
No word yet on whether there are any injuries.
St. Paul police: Officers shoot, kill woman who pointed gun at them after suicide call
She was pronounced dead at the scene, a department spokesman said.
Carver County commissioner charged with misdemeanor domestic assault
Commissioner Matthew Udermann was charged with a misdemeanor for allegedly shoving his wife, who said she felt "shaken" by the altercation.
Protesters hold dueling Gaza rallies at University of Minnesota
Said one attendee at the pro-Israel gathering, "We don't want to foster a campus where only one side can speak up."
Judge rules that traffic stop, search of Myon Burrell by police was valid
Judge Peter Cahill wrote there was probable cause supporting the traffic stop and search of the vehicle driven by Burrell, whose life sentence for murder was recently commuted.
Medical examiner identifies pedestrian hit by vehicle and killed in Bloomington
The 58-year-old Minneapolis man was pronounced dead at HCMC less than an hour after the collision, police said.
Man killed in domestic incident in Coon Rapids, Sheriff's Office says
Jail logs show the 25-year-old suspect is being held on suspicion of second-degree murder.
U of M's interim president meets with pro-Palestinian protest leaders
UMN's Jeff Ettinger later sent an email to the groups noting a "shared understanding" the encampment would be removed, but organizers disagreed and said it would continue.
Minneapolis education support professionals file intent to strike
The education support professionals chapter did not reach a tentative agreement Wednesday and has started a 10-day countdown when they could strike.
Lino Lakes considers temporarily halting proposed development that includes a mosque
The council is considering placing a moratorium on the project that has drawn outrage from some residents.
Two Forest Lake High School athletes hit by car, airlifted to hospital
Two 15-year-old boys were airlifted to a hospital, the superintendent said.
Worker crushed, killed by concrete mixer in southeast Minnesota
A dolly supporting the concrete mixer drum failed and caused the mixer to fall on the 63-year-old man, the Dodge County Sheriff's Office said.
Another pro-Palestinian protest camp goes up at the U
U of M student groups announced the rally Monday, stating that "the time for escalation has come."
Why late-night food options have dwindled in Minneapolis
Several business employees and managers cited a decline in business, concerns over public safety and changing consumer expectations post-COVID as reasons for the decline in overnight and late-night hours.
BCA says man pointed pistol-style BB gun at officers before he was shot in Woodbury
The BCA has identified six officers who used force during the Woodbury incident, including two who fired their guns.
Daughter sues St. Paul, two officers in Yia Xiong's killing
The lawsuit accuses the two officers and the city of negligence in the death of the Hmong immigrant and war veteran.
Clash brewing over Lino Lakes development plan that includes mosque
The project, which would include a large residential component along with a mosque on about 10 acres, would still need approval from Lino Lakes city government.
Robbinsdale shelter-in-place alert accidentally sent countywide
Authorities say Hennepin County mistakenly sent out a shelter-in-place alert countywide that was supposed to be sent to only one block in Robbinsdale for a domestic incident.
Armed man shot during standoff with police outside Target in Woodbury
The shooting occurred late in the morning in the parking lot, police said.
Jill Biden rallies women, teachers for the Biden-Harris ticket in Bloomington speeches
She spoke to women at a brewery and then addressed Education Minnesota's annual convention.
Four Minnesotans catch salmonella in outbreak linked to basil sold at Trader Joe's
Officials suspect the salmonella is linked to the Infinite Herbs brand of basil, which has been removed from store shelves.
Rep. Omar's daughter arrested, suspended from college for pro-Palestinian protests
Rep. Omar had questioned Columbia University's president about campus protests a day earlier.
Body of missing canoeist, 15, recovered from southwest Minnesota lake
The boy had jumped out of a canoe to retrieve a paddle, but the wind pushed the canoe away from him, the sheriff's office said.
Cigarettes at $15 per pack? Minneapolis might do it.
The anti-smoking move would set the highest minimum price for smokes in the country and ban discounts.
Two charged in north Minneapolis drive-by shooting that injured three
The men have now been charged with attempted second-degree murder, drive-by shooting, and two counts of second-degree assault.
Deputy shoots wanted man during arrest in Montrose, sheriff says
The deputies used "less than lethal" measures before shooting, according to the Sheriff's Office.
23-year-old man shot and killed in vehicle in Minneapolis' Harrison neighborhood identified
Police say Mihretu Adane Ravaz died at the hospital after being shot in a vehicle earlier in the afternoon.
Body recovered from pond in Maple Grove may be that of missing 18-year-old man
Winston Drepaul has been missing for nearly three weeks, but authorities had yet to confirm the identity of the body found and the manner and cause of death.
Christina Bogojevic named new Minnesota State Patrol chief
Bogojevic is the second woman to lead the State Patrol behind Anne Beers, who said she "couldn't be happier" about her selection.
Organizers cancel 2024 Uptown Art Fair, citing street construction
The organizers said they believe it would "detract from the event's vibrancy" if the fair was held despite the significant construction on Hennepin Avenue.
24-year-old man shot and killed in Minneapolis' Phillips West neighborhood
Police have yet to make an arrest in the fatal shooting.
Mall of America dismisses suit against Sugar Factory over rent
The mall's owner said Sugar Factory owed over $2 million in unpaid rent and related charges.
Solar eclipse a no-show in cloudy Minnesota
As other parts of the country basked in a few minutes of daytime dark, Minnesotans were left disappointed Monday as the phenomenon stayed behind clouds.
18-year-old man shot and killed in vehicle in north Minneapolis
No one had been arrested as of Saturday morning, police said.
Fans pack Minneapolis women's sports bar for the NCAA Women's Final Four
The crowd included a mix of fans for all teams, though most said they were rooting for Iowa and Caitlin Clark.
Southwest News Media to shut down its metro newspapers by end of April
Crow River Media, also part of MediaNews Group and owned by hedge fund Alden Global Capital, will close papers in Hutchinson and Litchfield.
Minnesota cannabis beverage company wins national recognition
Trail Magic's half and half iced tea-lemonade won the award, and its lime margarita won a silver, runner-up award.
Minnesota's Abdallah Candies recalls product that left nuts off ingredients list
The boxes show the correct almond candy on the front but were given an incorrect ingredient label for chocolate-covered cherries.
18-year-old charged in St. Paul shooting death
Charges say the shooter initially told police the victim shot himself, before changing his story.
Loaded gun found in backpack at Burnsville High, student arrested
The weapon was discovered Tuesday morning on a student, the principal said.
'We're a basketball school now.' Mankato celebrates college champs.
Minnesota State Mankato became the first Division II program in 40 years to win both the women's and men's championships in the same season.
Frustrated brides team up to demand missing wedding bouquets from Minnesota flower preservationist
A group of seven recently married women say they were left in the dark on what happened to their bridal bouquets.
St. Paul woman receives 20-year sentence for shooting and killing boyfriend
Vanessa Sanchez-Lopez was convicted of second-degree murder in the 2023 death of her boyfriend.
For second time, Orono found in contempt of court over Long Lake firefighter recruitment
The judge sided with Long Lake, which argued that Orono's actions have "hindered" its fire department.
Legislative auditor: State firefighter training board violated 'significant' financial documentation requirements
The audit report found that one employee received hotel benefits while using a state purchasing card, which goes against Department of Public Safety policy.
Minnesota legislator concerned gun storage law puts farmers at greater risk if a cow charges
Limmer said he believes farmers will be in more danger if they have to retrieve their gun from a locked storage unit first.
Minnesota legislator proposes making it legal for women to go topless
Rep. Samantha Sencer-Mura believes indecent exposure law is outdated.
CAIR MN removes Shaun King as event keynote speaker following backlash
The decision came seven hours after the activist was announced as the speaker for the fundraiser.
Police investigate shots fired at Edina LA Fitness gym
There were no reports of either victims or arrests.
No charges in St. Paul police killing of 65-year-old man holding a knife
The decision, announced by state and county prosecutors, follows a lengthy investigation.
Republican wins election to replace Kurt Daudt in Minnesota House
Daudt left midway through his term before moving into a full-time role at Stateside Associates, a government affairs consulting firm.
Man charged with attempted murder in standoff with police in Oakdale
The St. Paul man faces seven counts in connection with the hours-long standoff with police.
Mother sentenced to probation in 3-year-old's overdose death in West St. Paul
The Dakota County Attorney's Office wanted prison time, and now says the sentencing is too light.
Investigators rule out Tesla driver as suspect in hit-and-run that killed Mille Lacs doctor
The man was driving a Tesla X in the area around the time of the crash but has now been ruled out as a suspect.
Jesse Ventura on Robert Kennedy Jr.'s short list for 2024 running mate, but Ventura says he hasn't been asked
Ventura's son, Tyrel, said in a statement Tuesday night that his father "has not been officially asked" to be the running mate.
Children's Minnesota debuts hospital gowns that actually close
The modesty gowns were created with Muslims in mind, but they will be offered to any patient who feels uncomfortable with regular hospital gowns that reveal more of one's body.
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School disciplines fans who taunted basketball star Chloe Johnson
Some Crosby-Ironton students chanted "OCD" when the eighth-grade standout, who shared her story with the Star Tribune, during a section playoff game.
Star Tribune journalists win national police reporting award for 'What Happened to Heather Mayer?'
One of the judges called the investigative piece a "gutsy piece of journalism done with a lot of heart and a lot of empathy."
Wright County deputy mistook metal pipe for a knife before killing suspect, according to BCA
The investigation continues into the shooting, which occurred in the early morning hours last weekend in St. Michael.
Minneapolis posted a police recruitment ad. But the ad showed another city.
The commercial, part of the city's $950K marketing campaign, has been reposted with a clip showing a south Minneapolis intersection.
Minnesota senator calls Delta pilot a 'stewardess' at legislative hearing
Gene Dornink apologized, saying "I don't know why I said that. I'm so sorry."
Family, friends of late Indigenous Minnesota activist demand justice
Friends and family of Emmett Eastman Sr. said at the rally that they think his death should have been tried as manslaughter or murder.
Return of Target employees brings jolt of life to downtown Mpls.
The retail giant is encouraging corporate workers to spend a week in the office once per quarter.
Roseville grocery store sells $3.73 million Lotto America ticket
"Minnesota's newest millionaire is going to have a lotto fun with a big win," the state's lottery tweeted.
7,500 more Minnesotans sought permits to carry guns in 2023, 1% were denied, BCA report says
But the number of new permits in Hennepin and Ramsey counties decreased in 2023.
Minneapolis council members to introduce homeless encampment response ordinances
One proposal would permit regulated camps to be run by nonprofits or community partners.
Large fire destroys south Minneapolis homeless encampment
An investigation into the cause of the fire was underway. Propane tanks could be seen around the camp's remains, and the fire chief said the site's flammability made for a "very dangerous situation."
Native activist's daughter sentenced for criminal neglect in his death in Minnesota
Two days before Emmett Eastman died, police performed a welfare check at the woman's house and found squalid conditions.
