Hmong American artist and activist Tou Ger Xiong was found dead after a reported kidnapping in Colombia, bearing stab wounds. Tributes from Minnesota honor his cultural contributions and joyful spirit.

A man named Alfonzo Armstead was confirmed dead after a shooting in the Twin Cities; a suspect has been arrested, St. Paul Police reported via Twitter.

Five men were charged after attempting to steal an ATM in Roseville, involving a truck and chains, which resulted in a police standoff and their subsequent arrests.