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.

Attorney General Keith Ellison notified advisers he is winding down Minnesota’s Conviction Review Unit amid staff cuts. The closure raises immediate questions about pending reviews and investigations.

Utilities say this week’s heat — not data centers — still drives summer peaks, but new facilities are reshaping who pays for upgrades.

City officials are urging Minnesotans to celebrate responsibly at Red, White & BOOM this Saturday: expect extra patrols, road closures and higher 911 staffing.

Xcel’s voluntary Time of Use option offers very cheap overnight power but steeper evening peaks; some Minnesotans will save while others may see higher summer bills.

A 22‑year‑old was arrested after police say he broke into a southeast Austin home and assaulted an adult woman early Monday; he was booked on burglary and criminal sexual conduct charges.