The time has arrived, Bloomington’s clock tower comes down
It was the beginning of the end last week in Bloomington, as removal of the city’s clock tower at the intersection of 98th Street and Lyndale Avenue began. It took a week of preparation to remove the four-sided clock atop the tower, approximately 38 feet above the intersection. Age and the elements took their toll on t
Manny Collins murder: Tensions flare after man in court threatens Jordan Collins Sr.
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, Minn. (FOX 9) - A courtroom outburst and chilling crime scene testimony marked another intense day Monday in the murder trial of a father accused of killing his own son. Testimony continued in the murder trial of Jordan Collins Sr., the man accused of killing his teenage son,...
Alleged gang member charged in 2025 shooting in Phillips neighborhood of Minneapolis
A criminal case has been filed against an alleged gang member who investigators say shot and killed a man last spring in south Minneapolis.
My mayor strong, my stonewort starry
Your daily Minnesota news roundup starts … NOW. In 2021, Minneapolis adopted a strong mayor system, giving the mayor executive authority and separating their powers from the city council. This has led to tension between Mayor Jacob Frey and a council split between progressives and moderate Frey allies, but following a
Cannon Falls crash leaves 1 dead, 1 with life-threatening injuries
(ABC 6 News) – A crash in Cannon Falls killed one person and left another seriously hurt Monday evening, the Minnesota State Patrol said. Donald Lee, 70, of Eagan, was driving a 2008 Mini Cooper south on Highway 52 around 6:15 p.m. when he lost control and rolled into the median. Officials said he died […]
Officials studying Lakeville roundabout known to cause car crashes
The intersection at Dakota County roads 50 and 60 in Lakeville, Minnesota, was switched to a two-lane roundabout in 2015. County leaders say it's been the worst intersection in the county for crashes since.
Minnesota Counties Brace for Higher SNAP Administrative Costs as Federal Funding Drops Oct. 1...
ST. PAUL, MN — Minnesota counties are preparing for two major changes to SNAP that will shift more of the program’s costs away from the federal government. The first arrives Oct. 1, when counties will see the federal share of administrative funding fall from 50% to 25%. State...
Restaurant Roundup: Sea Salt’s last service
Bewick Cafe — pronounced like "Buick" — is now open in the former Groundswell space in St. Paul. Expect both classic and unique brunch dishes, like a "breakfast spaghetti" and spicy sunbutter sandwich. Kyle's thought bubble: I tried it! Run — don't walk — to try their cardamom bun. 🍕 Good Times Pizza is "hitting pause,
Must See Museum: Alexander Ramsey House
The historic Alexander Ramsey House in St. Paul is getting a stunning makeover after more than 150 years of standing as one of Minnesota’s most treasured Victorian mansions. The Minnesota Historical Society began the remarkable restoration in January, carefully packing up more than 1,500 artifacts to preserve the legac
Braxton Keith Announced His Massive “Told You Once Tour” 2027
The Tonk Train continues on with the “Told You Once Tour” coming to a city near you ladies and gentlemen. Braxton Keith just announced his massive 2027 “Told You Once Tour”. The tour officially kicks off January 14, 2027 in Minneapolis, MN and is set to wrap up April 16 in Anderson, SC. If you truly care for real damn
