A black bear was seen near homes in the 9400 block of Jeffery Avenue in Cottage Grove. Officials and the Minnesota DNR are urging residents to secure trash and watch children and pets.

Court filings show U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen transmitted a death‑penalty recommendation on April 22; the Justice Department's capital review is now underway.

St. Paul’s City Council unanimously adopted ORD 26-19 (Chapter 44A), adding mandatory training and reporting rules for city staff who encounter federal immigration agents.

Lennar remained No. 1 as Housing First Minnesota’s Top 25 builders reported $3.69 billion in revenue and 6,512 units in 2025. Single-family homes made up the bulk of the total.

A man already jailed over alleged MSP plow thefts is accused of stealing $286,000 from Plymouth storage units. Surveillance and phone data are central to investigators' case.

Thunderstorms and gusty winds are likely this afternoon in Minneapolis. Parts of western Minnesota are under Red Flag warnings—do not burn.

A 29-year-old Burnsville rider died after losing control on southbound I‑35E just south of Highway 77, troopers said.

SPPS says the 2026–27 budget gap narrowed to about $14 million, but parents and teachers warn programs could still be cut as the district finalizes plans.

President Trump nominated University of Minnesota economist Christopher Phelan to chair the White House Council of Economic Advisers, elevating a scholar with Minneapolis Fed ties into the center of the administration’s rate debate.

A bicyclist was killed after an SUV struck them on Hiawatha Avenue; Minneapolis police arrested a 23‑year‑old on suspicion of criminal vehicular homicide.

Sunny Tuesday gives way to an 80s warmup Wednesday and storms likely Thursday with gusty winds. Check DNR burn rules before any outdoor burning.

Police say gunfire was reported Saturday near Unity Avenue; no one was hurt but a nearby house was struck and investigators processed the scene.

Olympic cross-country star Jessie Diggins held a free celebration at Allianz Field in St. Paul on April 19, thanking fans after her final World Cup races. The Afton native plans public speaking and continued advocacy in retirement.