Two traffic stops in Gilbert and Hibbing led troopers to more than a pound of suspected meth and arrests for suspected DWI, state officials say.

Winona County declared a local emergency after a ransomware incident affected county computer systems. Officials say 911 and fire services remain operational while outside teams investigate.

The Wright County Sheriff’s Office has released a report detailing arrests for various charges such as assault, controlled substances, and DWIs, highlighting ongoing issues in the county.

Alondra Espejel pleaded guilty after a crash outside Minneapolis City Hall and received a short sentence‑to‑serve, two years' probation and fines.

A jury convicted an Apple Valley man in the March Bloomington hit-and-run that killed Alexif Galvan. Sentencing is set for Feb. 24, 2026.

A man was shot and later died Sunday night near Andrews Pointe Townhomes in Burnsville; police say the investigation is active and there is no known public threat.

A St. Paul man was hospitalized after a crash outside McDonough Recreation Center; his wife says an ICE pursuit caused the collision. Authorities are investigating.

Mitchell Hamline School of Law in St. Paul was evacuated after an unsubstantiated threat. Police swept the building and later allowed re‑entry.

Maple Grove police cleared a protest at the SpringHill Suites in Arbor Lakes after objects were thrown and arrests were made.

A Proctor man received county jail time and probation after a May 2022 crash that killed Leah Sarko and injured her son. The judge set aside a longer prison term and ordered staggered custody.

A car crash in Brooklyn Park led to a police chase, with the driver commandeering another car, getting stuck in a snowbank, and eventually being arrested with an associate.

Minneapolis is experiencing an increase in auto thefts during the winter, with many cases involving cars left running or with keys inside. Local police urge residents to take keys, use wheel locks, and report stolen vehicles promptly.

A late-night demonstration at the Home2 Suites on University Avenue ended after state and federal officers moved in and chemical irritants were used.