Eleven individuals are charged with drug trafficking and kidnapping, linked to a Mexican cartel, with violent methods detailed in a federal indictment in the Twin Cities.

Minneapolis police arrested two wanted individuals in a car containing drugs and a handgun after a routine check; the officers likely prevented a dangerous incident.

Gunfire in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, led to property damage but no injuries; police are investigating the isolated incident with no suspects yet identified.

Law enforcement raided a Duluth property, detaining five and seizing drugs and firearms. Dominique Randolph and others face charges related to drug sales and illegal firearm possession.

A fire in Mankato, MN, damaged a home, with no injuries reported but causing over $300,000 in damages. The blaze was spotted by high schoolers and is under investigation.

A Faribault man, Ricardo Ortiz, is charged with attempted murder after allegedly stabbing his neighbor. He was arrested in Missouri and extradited back to Minnesota to face charges.

A jury found Aimee Bock and Salim Said guilty of defrauding a child nutrition program of $250 million, funding lavish lifestyles instead of feeding children.

A vehicle crash in St. Louis County disrupted traffic at Haines and West Arrowhead Roads, impacting 24,000 daily vehicles. Temporary stop signs are in place; extended repair time is expected.

An individual was arrested for drug dealing in Minneapolis after being monitored through surveillance cameras; a stolen firearm and drugs were recovered.

Emergency services addressed a fire at the Dyno Nobel Inc. plant in Biwabik Township, with no injuries, and evacuation orders were lifted after the blaze was contained.

Minnesota Senator Justin Eichorn faces charges for attempting to coerce a minor after responding to an online sex sting operation by Bloomington Police.

A Husky with a blue collar was found in Mankato, MN, and the city is seeking help to locate its owner. The dog is at the City Impound and officials urge those with information to contact Public Safety.

A 34-year-old man, Dennis Vosika, was killed in a stabbing at a Mankato convenience store, with suspect Michael Miller arrested for 2nd degree murder.