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Minnesota Supreme Court Orders New Trial for Robert Lee Baker in Self-Defense Case
The Minnesota Supreme Court has reversed the conviction of Robert Lee Baker III, remanding the case for a new trial after determining that the Dakota County District Court erred by failing to instruct the jury on self-defense and defense of others.

Saint Paul Man Accused of $5,700 Theft Spree Across Metro Stores
A 46-year-old man from Saint Paul has been charged with felony theft after allegedly orchestrating a months-long theft spree across multiple stores in the Twin Cities metro area.
New Details Confirm Woman Charged in Fatal Fentanyl Overdose Had Been Working as a Local EMT
New developments have emerged in the case of Mikayla Empey, the 22-year-old woman charged with third-degree felony murder following the fentanyl overdose death of Lenore Ann Richard, 65, in January 2022.

Update: Teen Boy Passes Away Following Markgrafs Lake Water Rescue
We have learned that the 16-year-old boy who was rescued from the icy waters of Markgrafs Lake on December 2, 2024, after a multi-hour search, has sadly passed away.
Dakota County SWCD is Offering Free Landscaping for Clean Water Classes This Spring and Summer
The Dakota County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is hosting its annual Landscaping for Clean Water classes this spring and summer, inviting residents and non-residents alike to learn about creating beautiful, environmentally friendly landscapes.
Employer Fined $730,369 for Safety Violations After Diver’s Death in Apple Valley
A Columbia Heights company is facing significant penalties following the tragic death of 18-year-old Joe Anderson, a worker who drowned while performing aquatic weed removal at Lac Lavon Lake in Apple Valley, Minnesota in May 2024.

Hennepin County Sheriff's Office Urges Vigilance on Ice Safety as Winter Arrives
With Minnesota’s lakes and ponds beginning to freeze over, the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources are reminding residents that ice safety should never be taken for granted.

Minneapolis Woman Charged in Widespread Identity Theft Scheme Involving Over $35,000 in Losses
A Minneapolis woman is facing multiple felony charges in Dakota County for an alleged identity theft scheme spanning multiple counties in Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Emergency Personnel Respond to Two Ice Rescues in Woodbury, Urge Caution on Thin Ice
On Monday, December 2, Woodbury emergency responders were called to two water emergencies as winter temperatures created dangerous conditions on local lakes.

Farmington Woman Faces Charges for Felony Murder in Fentanyl Overdose Death
A 22-year-old woman has been charged with third-degree felony murder following the overdose death of a South St. Paul resident in January 2022.

Minnesota Seeks Public Input on Temporary Gas Resource Development Framework
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is inviting public input on draft recommendations and statutory language for a temporary regulatory framework that would govern gas resource development in the state.
The Importance of Replacing Smoke and CO Detectors and their Batteries, Also Why You Should Own a Weather Radio
The importance of replacing smoke and CO2 detectors and their batteries, also why you should own a Weather Radio!

Vehicle Theft in Apple Valley: Suspect Identified and Summons Issued
A suspect was identified after a vehicle was stolen from an automotive parking lot near the transit center in December 2023.

Man Arrested for Indecent Exposure of a Minor and Drug Possession in South St Paul
A man was arrested in South St Paul, Minnesota for indecent exposure and drug possession back in December 2023.

Fraud Report Leads to Drug and Illegal Weapon Possession Charges in Inver Grove Heights
The report of fraud at an Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota hotel leads to the discovery of illegal drugs and two illegal guns.

Attempted Theft at Apple Valley Walmart
Man arrested after an attempted theft at Walmart in Apple Valley, Minnesota back on December 29th.
Slippery Roads Lead to Multiple Accidents in Eagan & Apple Valley, MN Saturday Evening
Freezing rain and light snow caused icy roads leading to multiple accidents in Eagan, Apple Valley, and Burnsville, Minnesota on Saturday evening.

More on Suspect that Fled Police and Crashed into a Home in Burnsville
More on the suspect that fled Burnsville Police on Thursday evening before crashing his SUV into a home in Burnsville, Minnesota.
Vehicle Flees Police, Crashes Into Garage in Burnsville, Minnesota
A car fled Burnsville Police on the evening of Thursday, December 28, 2023. After fleeing, the vehicle crashed into the garage of a home, and the suspect then fled on foot.

Drug Bust: Eagan Theft Suspect Arrested for Meth Possession
Eagan, Minnesota Walmart theft suspect reportedly arrested for meth possession.