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Shake Shack is under construction at Woodbury Lakes in Woodbury, with an opening expected in late spring or early summer 2026.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Joe Dotseth, a nearly 25‑year Metro Transit veteran, was named permanent police chief on March 9, 2026, as the agency presses a multi‑layered safety plan.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Metro Transit police say a person was stabbed at the northbound D Line stop near Chicago and Franklin; a suspect is in custody and the victim is listed as stable at Hennepin County Medical Center.
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Minnesota's reintegration driver's license gives eligible people up to 24 months to settle reinstatement fees, aiming to remove a key barrier to jobs and family reunification.
A Lakeville woman pleaded guilty after a June traffic stop north of Rochester uncovered more than 7,000 fentanyl pills and nearly 300 grams of cocaine. Sentencing is set for May 2026.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Enclave has purchased the former Macy's furniture site on France Avenue and plans a multi-building redevelopment with housing, offices and street-level retail.
Public records show St. Paul spent $2.5M to recover from a July cyberattack, mostly on outside services and overtime. Officials say a final after‑action report will outline upgrades.
Arts & Culture in ...
The touring production of Wicked returns to the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis July 8–Aug. 9; tickets go on sale March 6 at 10 a.m. Central.
Moorhead’s historic Dairy Queen reopened on Sunday, drawing about 1,200 customers in single‑digit cold for its seasonal opening. The walk‑up — birthplace of the Dilly Bar — will be open through October.
A propane delivery truck rolled 4.5 miles north of Richmond on Wednesday, leaking propane and closing county roads while crews worked the scene.
Weather & Environment in ...
Dense fog reduced visibility across Minneapolis this morning; the advisory lasts until 10 a.m. CST. Sunshine will push highs near 55°F, but a wet system approaches Friday.
Veteran Robins Kaplan litigator Ron Schutz stepped away after nearly 38 years to focus on his Republican bid to challenge Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison.
Court records say a Hugo woman left escalating voicemail threats aimed at House Speaker Lisa Demuth; she was arrested, released on bond and is due back in April.
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