MN Paid Family Leave: Walz Launches New Era for Families
The Twin Cities Embrace MN Paid Family Leave: What You Need to Know. In a historic move for the state, Governor Walz announced today that MN paid family leave officially begins on January 1, 2026. This new program marks a significant shift for workers across the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota, ensuring no one has...
New crossing bells frustrating homeowners closest to Southwest Light Rail tracks
Light rail trains are at least a year away from beginning service on the Green Line Extension, but some of those who live closest to the new line are already feeling and hearing a significant impact.
41-year-old convicted in triple homicide at Minneapolis encampment
A 41-year-old was found guilty in the murders of Christopher Martell Washington, Louis Mitchell Lemons, Jr., and Samantha Jo Moss at a homeless encampment in Minneapolis, according to the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office.
Man Convicted of Murder Allegedly Pointed Gun at Oakdale Cops
A 37-year-old man who was convicted as a teenager in his father’s 2004 shooting death is now facing multiple charges after allegedly pointing a firearm at Oakdale officers late last week. According to a criminal complaint, Dallas T. Wright, of Plymouth, was arrested early Thursday, Dec. 18 after Oakdale...
Despite doing ‘healthy’ business, clothing brand to close its Mall of America store
A St. Louis-based clothing brand has announced the upcoming closure of its Mall of America store. The Normal Brand said in an email to customers that its store on Level 1, South at the Bloomington megamall will close next month. "While our business is healthy and continuing to grow, due...
St. Paul Fire mourns death of firefighter days after his academy graduation
A St. Paul firefighter has tragically died just days after he graduated from the training academy.
Man charged with shooting at officers following pursuit involving stolen car
A man is charged with five felonies involving an incident that allegedly started with an auto theft and ended with the defendant shooting at police officers. Court documents lay out the charges against 32-year-old Elliot Samuels Vaughn, which include four different counts of assault and one of auto theft. The...
Maplewood Mall evacuated due to gas leak Monday
Holiday shopping at the Maplewood Mall was disrupted Monday when a gas leak triggered a brief evacuation. Maplewood Public Safety said fire crews responded to a report of a natural gas odor at the mall around 2 p.m. and discovered the leak. "Fire crews along with Xcel Energy were able...
Minnesota Winter Hazard: After-Dark Driving Near Minneapolis Becomes High Risk
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Minneapolis, MN – As winter conditions settle in across Minnesota and nights grow longer, drivers near Minneapolis are being warned about a seasonal danger that spikes sharply this time of year: wildlife...
Mpls City Council budget prioritizes housing aid over MPD, mayor’s staff
After weeks of negotiations, the Minneapolis City Council approved and finalized its amended 2026 budget this week, sending the revised amendments to the mayor for approval. Within the budget, more than $2 million is recommended for housing resources, including an attempt to revive the Emergency Housing Voucher...
