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MPD investigating fatal shooting
MINNEAPOLIS — Investigators from the Minneapolis Police Department are investigating after a man was fatally shot in the city Friday morning. Officers from the department responded to the 2200 block of 5th Ave North for a report of a shooting shortly before 5 a.m., according to a release from the department.
Man wounded in Minneapolis shootout that killed firefighter charged with riot
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - A second man is criminally charged for a Minneapolis shootout that took the life of an Eagan and Eden Prairie firefighter earlier this month. Dallas Antonio Villarreal-Griffin, 27, of Columbia Heights, is charged with second-degree riot after investigators say he was shot in the leg during the exchange of gunfire. He was arrested Friday, May 17, and admitted to firing a "ghost gun" at an opposing group during the shootout, according to a criminal complaint.
Remembering The Fallen: 2024 Law Enforcement Memorial honors those that were killed or injured on duty
A day of remembrance to honor those who have fallen and been injured in the line of duty in Hennepin County. The 2024 Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony had numerous somber moments as WCCO’s Ari Bergeron reports.
Hennepin County sheriff
Dayton - On May 11, deputies responded to the intersection of French Lake Road and Territorial Trail to assist Dayton Police with a personal injury accident. A deputy assisted with the perimeter and then with arresting the suspect that fled from the scene of the crash. Greenfield - On May 6, a deputy responded to...
New affordable housing project in north Minneapolis targets Black, Indigenous families
The initiative will develop eight sites in north Minneapolis into a triplex and duplexes. The post New affordable housing project in north Minneapolis targets Black, Indigenous families appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Police roll out summer safety plan for Dinkytown to combat increase in thefts
MINNEAPOLIS — Data from the city of Minneapolis' dashboard shows an increase in certain crimes in Dinkytown, as police roll out their summer safety plans.According to police data, compared to last year, the Marcy-Holmes area which Dinkytown is a part of has seen a 68.7% increase in thefts compared to last year, and smaller increases in robberies and vandalism."I've been trying to stay away from Dinkytown, especially at night," said student Morgan Thomas. "And even during the day trying to go with just a friend, because there are some concerns now that school's over, that like there's a lot less people,...
Grow with KARE: Porch Pot Dos and Don'ts
GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — With early-season lawn chores in the rear-view mirror, many of us are filling our pots with flowers and color to accentuate the front porch. And while anyone can plant a pot, there are things you can do to help them thrive and be the best they can be.
Three new Rogers police officers take oath of office
by Sue Webber Contributing Writer Recognition of Police Department personnel led the agenda at the Rogers City Council meeting on April 23. Police Chief Dan Wills introduced three new police officers, who then took the oath of office from Mayor Rick Ihli. ...
Minneapolis musician Spider John Koerner remembered for fresh approaches to traditional music
Spider John Koerner, an influential Minneapolis guitarist and singer with an international reputation, died Saturday. He was 85. His son, Chris Kalmbach, reported the news on Facebook. In an interview with MPR News, Kalmbach said Koerner was diagnosed with bile duct cancer in mid-March, but refused treatment. “Being the guy...
Minneapolis Police Officers who rescued 4-year-old boy with autism from drowning receive Medals of Valor
Two Minneapolis police officers received a Medal of Valor for their rescue of Eli Steinbach, a 4-year-old boy with autism, from a pond in Bryn Mawr Meadows Park, after he fell through thin ice and nearly drowned in November 2023.
NorthPoint Health Unveils $90 Million Facility Upgrade with Ribbon-Cutting in North Minneapolis
NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center is sealing a deal on a massive community boost with the snip of a ribbon this Saturday, following the wrap-up of their colossal $90 million development project in North Minneapolis. In a spectacle of local triumph, the health facility along with Hennepin County brass will host a ceremonial event to unveil the expansive upgrades made to serve the needs of the growing Minneapolis population, as reported by the Hennepin County, Minnesota.
St. Louis Park Authorizes Restaurants Serving Liquor to Operate Closer to Homes
After a recent city council decision, St. Louis Park restaurants are primed for a closer connection to neighborhood patrons. The future is looking bubbly for some local businesses as the St. Louis Park City Council gave the green light on an ordinance to let restaurants serving intoxicating liquor cozy up to residential zones. With a new setback allowance, establishments can now set up shop as close as 25 feet from homes, as reported by the St. Louis Park MN.
Warmer temps have people heading for water but Hennepin County issues a warning: "Swim at your own risk"
Minnesota’s warmer weather this week brings a warning from the about very cold water temperatures. There were also two water-related incidents in Minnesota over the weekend with a child that drowned and a kayaker that went missing.
Armed carjacking suspect crashes in Plymouth after leading officers on chase, police say
MINNEAPOLIS — Minneapolis police say an armed carjacker led officers on a chase before crashing in the north metro Wednesday afternoon.Officers responded to a carjacking at gunpoint near 26th Avenue North and Thomas Avenue North around 2 p.m., according to the Minneapolis Police Department. Less than 10 minutes later, officers spotted the stolen vehicle and began to pursue it.The suspect allegedly drove out of north Minneapolis and into Brooklyn Center. After about 10 minutes, police say they terminated that pursuit when officers lost sight of the vehicle near Highway 100 and 57th Avenue North.A short time later, police say the carjacked vehicle crashed on the 9900 block of Medicine Lake Road in Plymouth.The driver was taken to North Memorial Medical Center for evaluation and will be booked into jail once he is released.No other injuries were reported in the crash.
Friday kicks off 80-degree streak in Twin Cities
MINNEAPOLIS — Warm air will be fanned into the Upper Midwest on Friday.The forecast high in the Twin Cities is 84 degrees. The wind will increase some and you can expect it to be fairly breezy into Saturday as well.Saturday will be in the lower 80s and Sunday may just hit 80. We will have more dry time than not heading into the weekend. Some isolated showers bubble up Saturday during the day, with most of the rain staying north. The week starts with a chance for thunderstorms, with activity possible Monday evening through Tuesday afternoon.Storms are likely as we watch a low spiral into Minnesota before departing Tuesday.
West Hennepin Public Safety
- The following incidents were reported in the city of Independence. Saturday, May 4 - An officer received information from Good Samaritans participating in a ditch clean-up of a license plate that was found at the intersection of County Road 90 and County Road 6. The officer arrived on scene and took possession of the license plate. The officer was able to find the plate belong to a business. The...
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