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5 women injured, 3 critically, in rollover crash in north Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS — Five women were injured, three of them critically, in a crash in north Minneapolis Sunday, police said.All five women were in one vehicle, which crashed around 8:20 a.m. when exiting eastbound Interstate 94 at Dowling Avenue, the Minneapolis Police Department said.One woman had to be extricated and two may have been ejected, police said. All five were taken to a hospital, and three of them have life-threatening injuries.This is a developing story. Stay with WCCO for more information.
Man hospitalized with grave injuries after south Minneapolis shooting
MINNEAPOLIS — A man shot Saturday night in Minneapolis is now fighting for his life at a hospital, police said.The shooting happened around 10:40 p.m. on the 2900 block of Blaisdell Avenue South, the Minneapolis Police Department said.The man was standing outside when someone in a vehicle shot him, according to police. Officers found him with potentially life-threatening gunshot wounds and he was taken to Hennepin Healthcare.No one has been arrested. Police are investigating.
Bloomington Police Chief Updates Community on Mall of America Incidents Amid Eid Festivities, Calls for Vigilance in Nationwide Manhunt
Bloomington's top cop took to YouTube this week to brief the public on a series of incidents that rocked the Mall of America on a day festooned with festive Eid celebrations, reportedly leading to a chaotic scene. In a video update aptly titled 'Open bottle and the crash,' Chief Hodges of the Bloomington Police Department provided a rundown of events that sent shoppers into a tizzy, including the unfortunate mishap that culminated in a vehicle accident within the commercial epicenter.
Brooklyn Center councilmember Dan Jerzak "engaged in inappropriate behaviors," investigation finds
BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. — WCCO has uncovered questionable conduct by a Minnesota elected official.Documents obtained through months of public records requests reveal an investigation into Brooklyn Center City Councilmember Dan Jerzak last year.The investigation stemmed from a complaint against Jerzak less than eight months into his term.A city employee emailed the mayor and city manager about a "hostile work environment" and "racially biased incidents", with the employee writing, "I'm actually targeted."WCCO has learned the city paid a Minneapolis law firm $37,205 to investigate. Its report was completed in October.Much of the report is redacted due to privacy law, but the...
Cloudy, cooler Monday before warmup arrives Tuesday
MINNEAPOLIS — Monday will be dreary, with mostly cloudy skies and stray showers in the morning.It won't be nearly the washout we saw on Sunday, but early rain is likely, particularly in central Minnesota.Winds will pick up in the afternoon, and the Twin Cities will see a high around 50 degrees.Tuesday will be a total change, with sunshine and temperatures in the 70s. Afternoon storms are possible, though, especially in southern Minnesota.Wednesday will be a lovely day, with more sunshine and highs close to 70.Things cool down on Thursday and stay that way through the weekend, with more rain possible.
DWI, possession charges amended against St. Paul man
Felony charges against Christopher Lee Mahlum, 43, St. Paul, were amended in Morrison County District Court to include one additional felony count of DWI, specifically under the influence of methamphetamine. These charges were added to one felony first-degree DWI charge, one felony fifth-degree possession of a controlled substance charge and one gross misdemeanor driving after cancellation charge filed in January.
Nationwide Warrant Issued for Suspect Juan Ignacio Guzman Fraire in Bloomington Criminal Case
The Bloomington Police Department in Minnesota has issued a nationwide warrant for 24-year-old Juan Ignacio Guzman Fraire, who is wanted in connection with a criminal vehicular operation. The announcement, calling upon the community for assistance, was shared through the department's official social media on April 26th. According to the details...
Missing Vulnerable Minneapolis Man Found Safe, Reunited with Family
The Minneapolis Police Department has successfully located Thurston Nathan Burrel, a 32-year-old black male adult who had been reported missing and was described as vulnerable. Burrel was reunited with his family and is reported to be safe, according to the department's social media update. Prior to this positive outcome, there...
Trial begins for 7 Minnesotans accused in massive scheme to defraud pandemic food program
MINNEAPOLIS — Opening statements are expected Monday in the fraud trial of seven people charged in what federal prosecutors have called a massive scheme to exploit lax rules during the COVID-19 pandemic and steal from a program meant to provide meals to children in Minnesota. The seven will be...
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