Man targeted for robbery on Hennepin Avenue dared gunman to shoot and he did,...
A man targeted for robbery on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis told the gunman something akin to "you're gonna have to shoot me" before he was killed in a hail of gunfire, according to charges. Tyrone de Shun Childs Jr., 21, of Minneapolis, appeared Thursday in Hennepin County District Court...
Law enforcement leaders call new Hennepin Co. traffic stop policy “deeply troubling”
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty said the low-level stops for things like a broken tail light or not having vehicle tabs don't work, and don't help with public safety.
Mall of America Quietly Closed Its Most Iconic Ride — What Happened?
Growing up in the Twin Cities, I was able to visit the Mall of America, specifically Camp Snoopy, a few times each year. I have lots of great memories running around the indoor amusement park with classmates and my siblings, trying to get the best spot in line, and seeing just how many times we could ride the roller...
Walz pitches himself as ‘battle-tested’ leader in bid for third term
ListenWalz pitches himself as ‘battle-tested’ leader in bid for third term. Gov. Tim Walz is pitching himself as a “battle-tested” leader prepared to face unpredictable headwinds from the federal government as he charges into his bid for a third term in office. The second-term DFLer announced...
Law enforcement investigating report of shots fired on U of M campus
A SAFE-U emergency alert said that just before 8:45 p.m., a University of Minnesota Police Department (UMPD) supervisor reported hearing gunshots near Rapson Hall.
Commodore Bar in St. Paul reopens after five years
For the first time in five years, the Commodore Bar and Restaurant is reopening its doors to the public, starting Thursday night with a soft opening.
Annunciation School and Church shooting: Lydia Kaiser healing at home for over a week
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Lydia Kaiser, 12, has been healing at home for over a week after being released from the hospital following the Aug. 27 Annunciation school shooting. Lydia was one of the 21 victims injured in the Annunciation school shooting, and underwent surgery to have a piece of her skull removed to let her...
Victim allegedly said ‘You’re gonna have to shoot me’ before being killed in Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS — A Minneapolis man is charged with murder and robbery after a man was found shot 13 times in downtown Minneapolis. According to charging documents against Tyrone De Shun Childs Jr., the incident happened around 2 a.m. on Aug. 27 near Hennepin Avenue and 8th Street. The victim,...
Minnesota’s Minimum Wage Will Increase By 2.5% In 2026 To Reflect Inflation
An uptick in the minimum wage is on the horizon for Minnesota, but is it enough to keep up with the rising cost of living?
Teens with Guns Murder Beloved Roseville Educator Ericka Ruffin Lucas
Former Rolesville High School Principal Ericka Ruffin Lucas, 56, is dead after being shot in Wake Forest. She was not the intended target. Her life was tragically cut short by two members of our community's youth. Principal Lucas opened Rolesville High in 2013, proudly led its first graduating class, and dedicated...
