Mostly cloudy and muggy with scattered storms possible today and again tonight. Holiday travel may be spotty—check transit before you go.

State agencies awarded $20 million to 26 projects restoring habitat and river access along PFAS‑impacted waterways in the Twin Cities east metro.

Pleasant Lake’s private beach is closed after tests found algae toxins. Consultants will sample the lake this summer and write a management plan.

A Stillwater teen required emergency surgery after swallowing a tiny wire bristle from a grill brush. Federal recalls have pulled millions of similar brushes.

Flash flooding early Thursday closed a stretch of I‑90 near Dexter, blocking east‑west traffic and sending crews to set detours. Officials warned motorists to avoid flooded roadways.

A 36-year-old man fired at Owatonna officers Wednesday night before shooting himself; no officers were injured and a shelter-in-place was lifted.

Hennepin County canceled its 1 p.m. monthly siren test on July 1 amid an enhanced severe‑weather outlook. Officials say any siren heard today should be treated as a real alert and shelter taken immediately.

Stillwater's Sara's Bake Shop is relocating into Brine's Market this month, bringing Tipsy Pies and expanded bakery service. Full menu expected July 14.

A Maplewood mother was found dead and authorities have charged her teen daughter with murder; friends remember the victim as warm and larger-than-life.

Carver County Sheriff's Office posted a Wanted Wednesday bulletin naming five people sought on felony charges and probation violations. Officials urged tips to the department, not citizen arrests.

Saint Paul police are investigating a death at an apartment on the 100 block of Robert Street South in the Concord‑Robert neighborhood. Authorities say there is no threat to the public.

An Eagan claw‑arcade says two masked thieves smashed a window and stole $25K–$30K in rare Pokémon cards; the shop posted serial numbers and is offering a reward.

Muggy morning and a sharp warm-up: high near 90°F Thursday. Thunderstorms likely Thursday night into Friday with gusty winds and heavy rain possible.