Lawsuit: Man in crisis left unresponsive, covered in blood and feces in Dakota County jail
Caleb Duffy was arrested for probable cause domestic assault on the Fourth of July in 2022. A lawsuit alleges that over 50 hours in custody, county and medical personnel largely stood by as his mental and physical health rapidly deteriorated.
South Metro
Deadly crash shatters California 'dream life' being built by Twin Cities high school sweethearts
The husband did not survive, while his wife is hospitalized with critical injuries. Their dog also died in the wreck.
Local
Want to work out in a park? Shakopee has a new outdoor fitness court and studio space
The new attraction at Scenic Heights Park has permanent fitness equipment and space for group exercise classes like yoga.
South Metro
Twin Cities DUI lawyer disciplined by state board in part for causing crash while BAC was 0.32%
The attorney has been reprimanded; the Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility has been put him on probation.
High Schools
USA Hockey mines Minnesota to stock roster for under-17 tournament
Six boys from the state made the team for the Five Nations competition, as did three from out of state who play at Shattuck-St. Mary's.
South Metro
Man drowns in south metro lake after being tossed from inflatable by boat's wave
A bystander rescued one of the men, while the other could not be saved, the Sheriff's Office said.
South Metro
Red Wing man admits killing infant son
A doctor concluded that the boy was a victim of excessive shaking, according to the criminal complaint.
South Metro
Burnsville man accused of fatally shooting son as boy protected mother dies from shooting himself
The death of Danair C. Harden, 30, has preliminarily been ruled a suicide, the Hennepin County Medical Examiner's Office said Monday.
Sports
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Canterbury Park: Entries, picks, results and more
Picks from Star Tribune handicapper Jay Lietzau and everything you need for a day at the races.
South Metro
Proposed Lakeville housing aimed at Somali families under investigation
Nolosha Development says it has done nothing wrong and that planning for the project continues.
South Metro
Boyfriend is focus of Dakota County investigation into disappearance of missing woman
"She left her phone, wallet, glasses and medication behind, and has not been heard from since," the Sheriff's Office said in what it labeled as an "Endangered Missing Person Alert."
South Metro
Eagan grants permit for church's move to former Kowalski's space
River Valley Church's planned move to the former grocery store space at Diffley and Johnny Cake Ridge roads raised objections from some neighbors with concerns about traffic, parking -- and the church's positions on social issues.
South Metro
Authorities investigating after man and woman found dead in Savage apartment
The bodies were discovered during a welfare check Wednesday morning.
Eat & Drink
Classic Steak and Ale chain reopens in Burnsville, 16 years after it closed
The family-friendly steakhouse is launching a revival from Minnesota, and the first location — salad bar and all — is attached to a suburban hotel.
Politics
Rep. Angie Craig says Biden should halt re-election bid
Rep. Angie Craig, like President Joe Biden a Democrat, said he should make way for "a new generation of leaders."
Local
Drownings have increased in Minnesota. Here's how to swim safely.
Keep an eye on the kids, wear life jackets and swim with a buddy.
Local
Corpse flower at Gustavus blooms 'like a burst in the sky' on July 4th
Other corpse flowers at the college have opened on Mother's Day, Father's Day and Halloween.
Local
Vows plus funnel cakes? Dakota County Fair to offer free weddings
Couples interested in getting married at the fairgrounds need to register in advance with court administration.
Local
Minnesota-made video game 'WolfQuest' maintains its pack of followers years later
The finalized "anniversary edition" is planned for release later this year. The original game was made in partnership with the Minnesota Zoo.
Variety
Want to go paddling or tubing on a river this holiday weekend? Check the water levels
Many kayaking, canoeing and tubing outfitters are shut down because of flooding, but a few spots remain open for business.
South Metro
More details emerge in gun battle that killed 2 officers, EMT in Burnsville
The Dakota County Attorney determined that police were "legally justified" in firing on Shannon Gooden, who killed himself while holed up in the house with several children.
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