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South St. Paul Council Member Pam Bakken’s Daycare License Suspended By DHS
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) has suspended the license of Pamela Bakken, a family child care provider in South St. Paul and a member of South St. Paul’s City Council, following serious allegations involving child endangerment.

UPDATED: Community Alert – Missing Person in Apple Valley, MN
URGENT: Community Alert – Missing Person in Apple Valley, MN. Delivery driver Shue Xiong has reportedly gone missing in Apple Valley, Minnesota. Last seen Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

South St. Paul Mayor James Francis Fined $500 for Violations in Campaign Finance Case
The Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) has concluded that Mayor James Francis of South St. Paul, Minnesota, violated sections of the Minnesota Fair Campaign Practices Act during his 2024 re-election campaign.

South St. Paul Mayor Faces Allegations of Campaign Finance Violations and Misconduct; Complaint Sent to State and Federal Officials
A formal complaint has been filed against Mayor James "Jimmy" P. Francis, accusing him of multiple violations of Minnesota's Campaign Finance and Fair Campaign Practices Acts, alongside allegations of inappropriate conduct.
Update on the Shooting Incident at the Eagan Town Centre Taco Bell
The Eagan Police Department has confirmed that early Sunday morning, an altercation occurred at a Taco Bell on Town Center Drive in Eagan, Minnesota, that escalated into gunfire.
Apple Valley Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Role in Fatal Shootout That Claimed Life of Michelle McGill
Apple Valley man sentenced to 10 years for role in a fatal shootout that claimed the life of Michelle McGill.
Incident on I-94 in Minneapolis Leads to Use of Force, No Injuries Reported
Authorities are investigating an incident that occurred on the evening of September 21 on Southbound I-94 near Dowling Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota, around 10:15 PM Saturday.
Accident at Highway 55 and Lexington Avenue in Eagan, MN, Has Turned Fatal; Authorities Still Investigating
A serious accident at the intersection of Highway 55 and Lexington Avenue on Saturday, June 29, 2024, resulted in road closures and a significant emergency response. This is now a fatal crash.

Lakeville Police Respond to Active Domestic Situation at Brackett’s Crossing Country Club
At approximately 10 AM, a significant police presence was dispatched to Brackett's Crossing Country Club area, located at 17976 Judicial Road in Lakeville, Minnesota, in response to an active domestic situation at Brackett’s Crossing.
Recovery Efforts Continued Tuesday for a Vehicle in the Minnesota River; Two Vehicles & Victim Found
Recovery efforts continued on Tuesday for a Vehicle that drove into the Minnesota River on Sunday evening. During recovery efforts, a second vehicle was found. The victim was found in the vehicle.
8-Year-Old Child Who Died From Burnsville Shooting Identified
The 8-year-old child who died in the Burnsville, Minnesota shooting has been identified.

One Child Has Died, Shooter Remains in Critical Condition After Confirmed Late Night Shooting in Burnsville
One child has died, and the shooter remains in critical condition following a confirmed late-night shooting last week in Burnsville, Minnesota.

“Hero Walk” Planned to Honor and Remember Maxwell Wilson
A “Hero Walk” is planned to honor and remember Maxwell Wilson, the teen who was involved in the tragic accident in Lakeville, Minnesota, on Monday.

Young Diver Tragically Loses Life Following Water Incident in Apple Valley
We have learned the young man involved in the diving incident in Apple Valley, Minnesota, has tragically passed away.

Single-Vehicle Rollover in West St. Paul Results in Charges Against Driver
A single-vehicle rollover occurred in the early morning hours on Thursday, May 9th in West St. Paul, Minnesota, resulting in charges against the driver.

Local Firefighter and Neighbor Jumps into Action During Second Alarm Structure Fire in Apple Valley, Minnesota
A structure fire erupted late Tuesday night in Apple Valley, Minnesota. The incident, which occurred at approximately 10:52 PM in the 13100 block of Glenhaven Avenue, drew firefighters from Apple Valley and assistance from the Rosemount Fire Department.

Serial Thief Faces Felony Charges After String of Brazen Thefts
A Dakota County serial thief is facing felony charges after a string of brazen thefts over several weeks back in March.

UPDATED: Multi-Vehicle Crash in Apple Valley, MN Sends Multiple to Hospitals, Investigation Ongoing
Several emergency personnel were dispatched to a major injury accident in Apple Valley, Minnesota, around 10:30 PM late Friday evening.

Burglary suspect flees on electric scooter, apprehended by police
Burglary suspect attempts to flee on an electric scooter but was apprehended by police in West St Paul, Minnesota.

Disturbing incident: Man caught masturbating near minors in hotel pool
Disturbing incident: A man was caught masturbating near underage girls at a hotel pool in the City of Eagan, Minnesota.