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Two men shot during brawl early Saturday in downtown Minneapolis
Officers responded to reports of mass fighting and gunshots early Saturday morning.
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Chris Thile addresses scandal around his 'Prairie Home' predecessor Garrison Keillor
Tradition fell to the wayside on the Saturday edition of what was formerly known as "A Prairie Home Companion."
Millennial thanks the 'unofficial mothers' she met in Minnesota
The matriarchs whom this East Coast 20-something found in Minnesota weren't blood-related, weren't teachers, weren't necessarily bosses — but they looked out for a newcomer missing her mother.
Elections turned into an anti-incumbent rout in Twin Cities
Spillover from presidential election hit local ballots, leading to many going-away celebrations in December for local government officials.
Dick Voss was a cyclist, champion for AIDS, and a veteran
Voss died on Dec. 5 at age 77 after an eight-month battle with brain cancer. He'd most recently lived in Minneapolis and spent winters in Arizona. He's survived by 15 siblings.
Dakota County nonprofit adopts first "victim support dog"
Ranger previously assisted victims of the Sandy Hook massacre.
Saturday: Snow emergencies on as temps plunge
Snow emergencies have been declared in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Both cities had about 6 inches of snow by 6 a.m. And there's more: Air temperatures will drop to 20 degrees below zero Saturday night.
For Dakota County family, milk is lifeblood
The Randolph-based dairy farm was awarded "Minnesota Producer of the Year."
Amazon adds jobs in Shakopee, but how will workers get there?
Earlier this week, Amazon announced that it's hiring 1,000 more full-time workers at its Shakopee fulfillment center. But city and county officials are still assessing reliable transportation options for the 1,500 people who already work there.
USC professor stabbed to death began his career in Minnesota
Bosco Tjan of the University of Southern California was fatally stabbed on Friday afternoon in the building that houses his lab.
1 person injured in 2 a.m. shooting at St. Louis Park shopping center
Police responded to a report of gunfire around 2 a.m. Saturday.
'New day is dawning': Minn. leaders, artists reflect on Castro's death
The former Communist president died on Friday at the age of 90.
Neighbors rally after a double farm tragedy near Jordan
The week after Mark and Travis Hentges were electrocuted, a Shakopee farmer who didn't even know the family called out on Facebook for volunteers to help bring in their harvest. "Farmers always help each other out," he wrote.
Jordan hopes to spur growth with new 57-unit hotel
City Council will meet Tuesday to vote on 57-unit site proposal.
Rahr debuts world's largest single-site malting facility in Shakopee
The company chose to develop this facility in Shakopee because of its deep ties to the community.
Prior Lake couple sentenced for tax fraud that targeted immigrants
The couple's criminal history spans from Florida to Minnesota and dates back to 2004.
One dies, two injured in Pipestone County crash
The head-on crash involved two drivers and one passenger from South Dakota.
Technology delayed election results in Scott, Dakota counties
Early voting and new technology were cited as contributing factors.
Suspect, 5-year-old missing after Blaine toddler found dead
The suspect is a 24-year-old man who was last seen in Arden Hills and may have left the Twin Cities area, authorities said.
Partisanship popping up in usually nonpartisan local races
The presidential election's polarizing tone is trickling down, observers say.
In Jordan, problem property could help ease senior housing crunch
The rundown property owned by St. John the Baptist Parish could find new life as an unusual hybrid — a new City Hall combined with retail space and senior housing.
Shakopee student arrested in alleged sexual assault of classmate
The 18-year-old male student was arrested on Tuesday.
Former Shakopee festival director sentenced to community service
He was accused of theft, fraud after charges found on festival debit card.
2 people found shot in separate cars in Minneapolis die early Saturday
A woman was shot in a car at 36th and Queen avenues N. A few hours later, a man was found shot to death in a vehicle at 48th and Bryant avenues N.
Man, 23, dies in rollover crash in Cass County
The victim was a passenger in a car whose driver may have been intoxicated, according to the State Patrol. The driver survived.
Libertarian Gary Johnson charms crowd in Shakopee
Supporters praised his support of small government, his wit and his demeanor.
Scott County in line to get first residential treatment centers
It has no inpatient options for people with addiction, mental health needs.
Two dead in six separate Anoka County heroin overdoses Saturday
A wave of heroin overdoses in just a 12-hour period Saturday in or near Anoka County left two people dead and four others taken to hospitals, one of them in critical condition.
Scott Co. judge runs drug court after losing daughter to heroin
Judge Stacey, whose daughter OD'd, was instrumental in starting drug court.
Minnesota treatment courts get federal funds
New grants will support judicious sentencing, help for drug defendants.
Battered women's alliance works to curb abuse in Scott, Carver counties
There were 34 domestic violence homicides in Minnesota last year, but help is spreading.
'Buy local' movement raises stakes for local fibers
Fiber farmers embracing 'buy local' and humane treatment
Prior Lake opposes Dakota tribe's latest land trust application
The mayor warned that it could damage ties with the tribe, which owns Mystic Lake Casino.
WWII smokestacks from Rosemount gunpowder plant will come down
Gunpowder plant ruins stood for decades at U research site.
Gov. Dayton expected to attend fundraiser for vandalized Shakopee daycare
Police say they have "a strong lead" in their investigation of burglary, theft and damage at Al Huda Child Daycare Center.
Shakopee police probe burglary, vandalism at mostly Somali daycare
Along with the theft of cash and electronics, several gallons of paint were poured inside.
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Trust behind popular Scott County orchard sues over event rules
It comes as more barn owners recognize the payoff of transforming a space designed for rearing animals into a stage for a social gathering.
4 injured when squad car rear-ended during I-35W traffic stop in Mpls.
A driver rear-ended the squad car, which then hit the vehicle it stopped near 36th Street. The citizen's vehicle then swerved into traffic and struck again.
Restless man is restoring forgotten cemetery near Hastings
Despite upcoming back surgery, Jim Tatro labors among the gravestones at Spring Lake Cemetery, owned by St. Luke's Episcopal Church, in Nininger Township.
Orangetheory Fitness brings the heat at Minnesota studios
High-intensity interval workout gets you in the zone.
Jordan family of champions wrangles a passion for rodeo
Five siblings' love of riding horses inspired their mother to found a Minnesota organization for competitors.
Shutterfly falls short of jobs pledge in Shakopee, gets extension
The photo company, which opened a manufacturing plant in Shakopee in 2014, fell 28 jobs short of the 258 jobs that it agreed to create within about two years under a tax-break deal that helped bring the company to town.
Shooting victim found on sidewalk was 28-year-old Mpls. man, friends say
Authorities haven't released the victim's name, but friends gathered at the shooting scene on Saturday morning identified him as Jaquan Oatis.
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New Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan school board member brings fresh perspective
Sachin Isaacs defeated six others in a special election on Tuesday.
Two injured in early Saturday shooting in Minneapolis
The victims' legs were wounded by gunshots when an off-duty officer found them in downtown Minneapolis.
After more than 2 decades of live arts, Minn. Fringe Fest freshens up
The Fringe Festival welcomes a rise in offbeat venues and traveling storytellers in the spirit of old-school weirdness.
Artificial ski slope to open at Buck Hill this fall
Construction began this month on a new surface that enables skiing without snow.
Man dies in overnight crash near Hastings
His semi went off the road and struck a tree, the State Patrol said.
In Jordan, an old-country feel contrasts a desire to grow
City's growing population is prompting it to balance its history with its future.
Criticism of Savage gun store location prompts discussion over local law
The city will discuss a possible ordinance for sites of future shops.
Two injured in early Saturday shooting in Minneapolis
One of the victims is in critical condition, police say.
2 Mississippi River locks closed because of high, swift water
Recreational traffic isn't permitted once the water's speed exceeds regulated levels.
Unsafe conditions halt search for 26-year-old who fell into St. Croix
The search for a 26-year-old man who fell into the St. Croix River will resume Sunday after Saturday's search on high, swift water proved futile and unsafe.
DNR grant to stabilize trails, aquatic habitats along Vermillion River
Riverbank will be preserved in popular Farmington area.
A woman's plea for peace after fatal shooting of 2-year-old in Minneapolis
One woman pleads for peace after boy, 2, is killed.
MVTA tests bus route between Shakopee, Mall of America
Agency hopes better connection to big job sites will help route succeed.
In wake of Dallas shootings, Twin Cities communities reach out to police
Notes from children and baked treats are among the kind gestures.
Shakopee raises minimum wage to $19 for firms seeking city tax breaks
This new minimum will not affect the city's existing companies — or newcomer Amazon, which is building a distribution center in Shakopee without tax-increment financing.
Savage is test site for Mediacom community Wi-Fi project
Mediacom installing antennas for pilot project in south metro.
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Renaissance Festival won't have to find new home until 2020
Medieval show to find a new home for its 50th season.
Prior Lake council votes to stick with plan to revamp Co. Rd. 42
Council members urged residents to relay their complaints to County Commissioners.
Proposal to cut Jordan's 'Cops in Schools' stirs safety debate
The City Council scales back the program, which received national media attention after the 2012 Sandy Hook massacre, amid debate over police vs. resource officers.
One obstacle to police body cameras: Money
Shakopee is among the cities pinning hopes on federal grant funding.
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Scott County approves new rules for farm wineries, delays wedding barns
The county is one of the first to regulate popular rural events.
Prior Lake's decision on County Road 42 project agitates business owners
Plan to rebuild heavily traveled stretch at Hwy. 13 gets city OK.
Prior Lake man with paralyzed arm trying 300 skydives to fight disease
The sky is no limit (nor is a parlayzed arm) for Kevin Burkart's philanthropic jumps in honor of his ailing dad.
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Minn. casinos look to bring next generation to the table
Minnesota's 18 casinos, especially the most successful ones like Mystic Lake in Prior Lake and Grand Casino in Onamia and Hinckley, are at a generational crossroads.
