A Minneapolis man, Doron Tavlin, has been convicted of insider trading related to the acquisition of Mazor Robotics by Medtronic, while his accomplice pled guilty earlier.

Maple Grove celebrated its reserve officers' contributions at an annual banquet, acknowledging their 1,800 volunteer hours in 2023 and their integral role in local safety.

The article discusses closures and operations in Minnesota on President's Day, noting government, school, and postal service shutdowns, while commercial activities like retail and public transit continue normally.

Marcus Romaine Cargill, Jr., 19, was killed in Mankato; Trevis Toomer arrested facing charges including aiding an offender. A potentially related firearm was found by police.

Police are investigating a shootout in a Minnesota neighborhood where shots were exchanged between individuals and a vehicle; no injuries have been reported.

A shooting in Brooklyn Park at 5825 74th Ave N resulted in one person dead. Following a search, police caught the suspect at the 8400-block of Xerxes Ave N. A homicide investigation is underway.

Minnesota farmers may have an early planting season due to a warm winter with less snow but more overall precipitation, suggests a University of Minnesota report.

Pharrel Payne led the Minnesota Golden Gophers to an 81-70 win over the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, contributing 21 points and 11 rebounds.

Burnsville has warned of scams exploiting the recent deaths of three first responders. The city advises caution and will announce official support channels soon.

The Minneapolis Health Department is seeking community groups to become Tap Water Ambassadors, educating locals about tap water's benefits with compensated training and supplies. Applications are open online.

Police Chief O'Hara detailed the MPD's proactive safety strategies for downtown Minneapolis during a WCCO interview, citing increased patrols and visibility.

The Brooklyn Park Police Dept. in Minnesota adds five new officers, emphasizing diversity through its Cadet Program.

Minneapolis police cadets visited the Minnesota African American Heritage Museum to learn about local history, part of an initiative aimed at fostering community trust and understanding.