Crystal police prepare for more juvenile 'takeovers' at Becker Park
Police were said to be on high alert for such gatherings this weekend.
Local
Pedestrian killed while crossing street in Brooklyn Park
The victim died at the scene at West Broadway and Candlewood Drive.
Local
Two teens killed and one injured in Big Lake crash
A state trooper spotted their vehicle speeding shortly before it left the highway and rolled.
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.
North Metro
BCA: Police fatally shot woman in North Branch after she didn't respond to orders to drop gun
Jamie Crabtree can be seen on squad car camera video "appearing to point an object at the officers," a statement from the BCA read.
Local
Twin Cities Humane Society needs newspapers for critters' kennels
The group requests public donations amid dwindling supply of newspapers, which are used to line animal living spaces.
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.
North Metro
Charges: Pickup driver's chisel plow sliced through minivan and fatally injured other motorist
The State Patrol determined that the plow was at least 3 feet into the opposite lane, the criminal complaint said.
Local
Mosquito sample tests positive for West Nile virus in Minnesota
The positive test from samples collected in Anoka County came a bit earlier than normal this year, according to the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District.
Music
Northern Minnesota's Moondance Jam rock fest cancels all headliners without offering refunds
Organizers blamed the "economic climate" for their cancellation of national acts such as Creed and Foghat.
Local
Body found in roadside pond off I-94 rest stop in Maple Grove
The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office is investigating.
North Metro
Armed North Branch woman fatally shot by police had struggled with mental illness, husband says
Jamie Ann Crabtree, 36, was killed Thursday night during her latest encounter with police, her family says.
North Metro
Police: Officer north of Twin Cities fatally shoots woman armed with gun
The North Branch police chief said the woman was intoxicated and suicidal, but he has yet to disclose why the officers shot her.
Local
Debate over trash collection is causing a big stink in Anoka as haulers sue
Voters on Aug. 13 will be asked to approve or reject a charter amendment that would require residents' approval before any changes could be made to the city's trash collection program.
West Metro
BCA: Father, distraught over his baby's death, was armed when Brooklyn Park police shot him
Investigators say the Brooklyn Park father made self-harm statements after learning of his 7-month-old son's death.
North Metro
Officials ID 2 people on motorcycle killed in collision with car in Blaine
Officials have yet to say which vehicle had the right of way at the intersection.
North Metro
Blaine to debut new band shell during weekend Blaine Festival
The annual event at Aquatore Park features musical performances, a carnival, car show and other activities.
North Metro
2 on motorcycle killed in collision with car at Blaine intersection
The crash occurred about 8:55 p.m. Tuesday at NE. 125th Avenue and NE. Oak Park Boulevard, the Anoka County Sheriff's Office said.
High Schools
The Boys Team of the Year features heavy hitting and no hype
Centennial won the Class 6A state championship, opening up the offense just a little but mostly sticking to the blue-collar behavior that suits coach Mike Diggins.
Local
Lexington settles lawsuit with whistleblowers who reported misconduct in city's Fire Department
One former employee of the small Anoka County suburb will get $65,000 and a second $45,000, according to terms of the settlement.
High Schools
All-Metro Sports Awards: Here are the 2024 winners
The Star Tribune is recognizing the best of metro area high school athletes with its sixth annual All-Metro Sports Awards. Here are the 2024 winners.
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