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Crime & Emergencies in ...
St. Paul police arrested a woman outside Cities Church on Easter after protesters used a blow‑horn and refused orders to stop. The site was also the scene of a charged January disruption.
Weather & Environment in ...
Low 30s and blustery Monday; rain and a strong warm-up arrive midweek.
Retail & Industry in ...
Tiffany & Co.’s Southdale boutique opened April 4, completing the mall’s luxury wing and joining brands like Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Burberry after a major makeover.
A 10-year-old playing with a lighter and an aerosol can sparked a house fire in Mt. Iron; everyone escaped and the Red Cross is assisting the family. The home was declared a total loss.
Breezy Sunday with afternoon showers possible and gusts to 30 mph. Cooler start to the week before a midweek warm-up.
Food & Drinks in ...
Nashville’s Cotton & Snow, known for vodka‑spiked shaved ice and boozy milkshakes, is listed as "Opening Soon" at Mall of America in Bloomington.
MMCD's spring update warns the Twin Cities may see a slow mosquito spring, a potential July surge of cattail mosquitoes, and heightened tick-Lyme risk.
Community & Society in ...
After repeated weather cancellations, organizers say the Lake Minnetonka Klondike Dog Derby will end operations; a farewell event is planned to thank volunteers and sponsors.
Sports in ...
Kevin Garnett will appear at Target Center for the Timberwolves' regular‑season finale next Sunday; the team announced tributes, a Montell Jordan halftime performance and a planned jersey retirement next season.
Matt Boldy’s two goals and a Kaprizov milestone pushed the Wild into the NHL playoffs with a 5-2 home win over Vancouver. The club now heads into the postseason with a real chance to finally win a series.
State data show Minnesota’s four‑year graduation rate climbed to 84.9% in 2025, with notable gains among American Indian students and extended cohorts.
Departments across Minnesota are scrambling to recruit officers as applicant pools shrink; St. Cloud is testing youth mentoring and summer hires to build a pipeline.
Light drizzle and fog this morning; rain and wet snow likely later with gusts to 30 mph. Expect slushy spots and slower travel.
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