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Final defendant sentenced in deadly Woodbury graduation party shooting
STILLWATER, Minn. — A 26-year-old man was sentenced to 20 years in prison Friday for his role in a deadly shooting at a Woodbury graduation party back in 2021. Enrique Lucio Davila, 26, was sentenced to 240 months after pleading guilty back in February to aiding and abetting second-degree unintentional murder and second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon in connection to the shooting that claimed the life of 14-year-old Demaris Hobbs-Ekdahl. According to a press release from the Washington County Attorney's Office, Davila is credited with 946 days for time already served.
Minnesota National Guard financial soldiers deploy to Middle East
About 25 Minnesota finance soldiers are headed to the Middle East as part of the U.S. effort to root out terror groups in Iraq, Syria and Libya. This will be the first deployment for more than half of the 247th Financial Management Support Detachment soldiers. Hundreds of supporters showed up...
Warmer, sunnier Friday in Twin Cities; more rain overnight Saturday
MINNEAPOLIS — Lots of sun is on tap Friday in the Twin Cities to wrap up the week.Highs will be much more seasonable and close to 70 degrees.Clouds start to return Friday evening before a few light showers move back in overnight Saturday with a weak cold front.We'll see some sunshine by the end of Saturday, but highs will take a slight step back to the low 60s.Sunday will feature sunshine, a light breeze and highs near 70, making it a #Top10WxDay.Another round of rain and storms looks to arrive early Tuesday, with the opportunity for some spotty showers the rest of the week.Temps next week will be in the 60s and 70s.
Kayaker, Devin Brown, To Make Historic Solo Trip Along The Full Length Of The Mississippi River
Minneapolis native Devin Brown is gearing up to make history with an ambitious solo kayaking expedition along the entire length of the… The post Kayaker, Devin Brown, To Make Historic Solo Trip Along The Full Length Of The Mississippi River appeared first on Shine My Crown.
Minneapolis man charged with fentanyl sales
Alexander Brent Finney, 29, Minneapolis, was charged in Morrison County District Court with one felony count of second-degree sale of a controlled substance and one felony count of possessing ammunition and a firearm as a convict of a crime of violence. The charges stem from a Feb. 21, 2023 incident, when a trooper of the Minnesota State Patrol received a report from the West Central Drug and Violent Crime Task Force that suspects were bringing a quantity of fentanyl north on Highway 10 through Morrison...
Minneapolis Set for Stormy Week with Showers and Thunderstorms, Cooler Temperatures Ahead
Minneapolis residents should brace for a bout of wild weather, as shifting winds and a tumultuous forecast suggest a stormy week ahead, with showers and thunderstorms predicted to roll through the area. According to the National Weather Service, the city will see increasing clouds today and a high of 70 degrees, accompanied by a gentle southwest wind of around 10 mph.
FCC Environmental Services Grows Midwest Presence by Securing New Contract in St. Paul, MN
HOUSTON, TX / ACCESSWIRE / May 3, 2024 / The City of Saint Paul, Minnesota, has entrusted FCC Environmental Services with a Solid Waste Collection Services contract. This comprehensive contract, covering 90% of the City, will ensure efficient waste management for approximately 300,000 residents and significantly contribute to a cleaner and healthier environment, a testament to FCC's unwavering commitment to sustainability.
Metro Blue Line closed for maintenance, buses replace route
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Metro Transit announced the Blue Line light rail will close for scheduled maintenance until Monday, May 13. The light rail closure began on Friday night, and buses are set to replace the route until the repairs are complete. Officials warn that replacement bus timing can vary...
Watch for these villains around the Twin Cities on May 4
Saturday is a big day for Star Wars fans and you'll be seeing members of Central Garrison at events and parties around town today. What is the Central Garrison? It's a legion of fans, who volunteer to show up as their "bad guy" alter ego where ever they are asked to appear in the midwest.
A Mother's Love Initiative has youth job fair in Mpls
A Mother's Love Initiative held a youth job fair in Minneapolis Saturday. At the fair, they had several businesses, from family owned to popular restaurants to talk to kids about jobs. The initiative also provides each child a mentor to help with the job hunting process. To find out more about the initiative go to amothersloveinitiative.org.
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