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‘Ady’ no more: Erroneous highway sign in St. Paul gets temporary fix
The brief reign of “Ady Mill Road” in St. Paul came to an end overnight. As of early Tuesday, Minnesota Department of Transportation crews had slapped a patch over the erroneous highway sign that had been installed along Interstate 35E last week, correcting the spelling of Ayd Mill Road.
Minnesota state senator arrested on suspicion of burglary
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A state senator and former broadcast meteorologist was arrested on suspicion of burglary early Monday in the northwestern Minnesota city of Detroit Lakes, police said. Democratic Sen. Nicole Mitchell, 49, of Woodbury, was being held in the Becker County Jail on suspicion of first-degree burglary. Formal charges were still pending Monday afternoon, Detroit Lakes Police Chief Steve Todd said. Mitchell did not immediately return a call left on the jail’s voicemail system for inmates. It’s not clear if she has an attorney who could comment on her behalf. The police chief said he didn’t know of one. Mitchell was arrested while the Senate is on its Passover break. Her arrest comes at an awkward time for Senate Democrats, who hold just a one-seat majority with four weeks left in the legislative session. Her absence would make it difficult to pass any legislation that lacks bipartisan support.
Drone pilot spots 1983 BMW submerged in Twin Cities pond
BURNSVILLE, Minn. — A drone pilot made a mysterious discovery last week while flying over a Twin Cities pond.The Dakota County Sheriff's Office says the pilot spotted a vehicle submerged in water at Burnsville's Neil Park.The county's dive team removed the 1983 BMW 320i, which was believed to have been underwater for 20-plus years. The pond's lower water level aided in the pilot's discovery.The sheriff's office didn't say if the car's owner had been tracked down, or if they would be liable for any criminal charges.MORE NEWS: Minnesota State Sen. Nicole Mitchell burgled stepmother's home to get father's ashes, sentimental items, charges say
Man, 18, charged in deadly Minneapolis mass shooting at Nudieland backyard music venue
MINNEAPOLIS — Criminal charges have been filed against an 18-year-old man in connection to last summer's deadly mass shooting at the Minneapolis backyard music venue dubbed Nudieland.August Golden, 35, was killed and six others were hurt in the shooting on the evening of Aug. 11, 2023, outside the home located off 16th Avenue South and East 22nd Street in the Ventura Village neighborhood. The Hennepin County Attorney's Office says the suspect, who was 17 at the time of the shooting, was charged by sealed warrant earlier this month with seven felony counts, including aiding and abetting second-degree murder and four...
Three female U of M students robbed in Dinkytown in just over 24 hours
MINNEAPOLIS — The video captured on a doorbell camera across the street is jarring and raw, as a 21-year-old University of Minnesota student — facing a gun pointed at her head — doesn't give up without a fight. Two attackers kick her and wrench her backpack from...
Car dealer being sued for fraud by Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Attorney General’s Office says it is suing Fridley used-car dealer Midwest Car Search and its owner, Scott Spiczka. Attorney General Keith Ellison says this is the first action taken against a used car dealer following amendments to Minnesota’s Used Car Law that became effective August 1, 2023. Among other things, these amendments strengthen the scope of warranties that consumers are entitled to when purchasing a used car.
Good Samaritans pull driver out of car engulfed in flames
ST. PAUL, Minn. (WCCO) - A group of good Samaritans rushing to help was caught on camera in St. Paul, Minnesota. Dashcam footage shows bystanders racing to rescue the driver of a car after a fiery crash Monday morning. Dramatic video from Kadir Tolla’s Tesla camera captures the frantic moment...
Venue owners who left couples scrambling are actively being sued
The owners of Circle B Weddings and Events Venue, which closed unexpectedly this past weekend, are experiencing other legal problems. According to Minnesota court documents, Wayne and Angela Butt are currently under fire for trespassing and destruction of over 100 trees near another venue they own. Lakeside Weddings and Events is located in Cottage Grove, where the activity took place back in 2021. This led to court hearings earlier this...
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