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Police identified a 14-year-old boy, Thor William Wagaman Walsh, who was fatally shot in downtown Minneapolis near the Federal Reserve Bank. The incident, which occurred during a fight involving a group of teens, has not resulted in any arrests as of Thursday. Police Chief Brian O’Hara emphasized the dangers of youth access to firearms in light of this tragic event.
St. Paul landlords can increase rents indefinitely for buildings constructed since 2005 after a city council vote exempted these properties from rent control. Mayor Melvin Carter advocates that this move will encourage affordable housing development, though some council members express skepticism about its effectiveness. Tenants in older buildings will continue to face rent hikes, with one resident reporting an 8% increase.
A motorcyclist, Willen Tyler McIntyre, 39, died in a collision at a busy Minneapolis intersection on Tuesday night. The crash occurred when McIntyre struck a vehicle turning left as he traveled north on Washington Avenue. Authorities have not confirmed the vehicle type involved or if there were additional injuries.
A 32-year-old woman was found dead inside a Burnsville home following a report of a domestic disturbance. Police arrested a suspect and confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the public. The victim’s identity remains undisclosed.
A significant number of Minnesota high school students are opting out of the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs), with refusals reaching nearly 80% at some schools. Critics cite concerns over over-testing and racial biases in standardized assessments. High opt-out rates can distort school performance data and impact community perceptions of education quality.
Burnsville police seek witnesses and security camera footage following a man's death at Interlachen Park early Saturday. Authorities request information from anyone who may have seen activity in the park between 1 and 4 a.m. and emphasize that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
President Donald Trump nominated Daniel Rosen, a Minneapolis litigator, as the next U.S. Attorney for Minnesota. The Senate must confirm Rosen, who has over 30 years of legal experience, and is viewed favorably by Minnesota's Republican congressional delegation.
Fannie Mae sued developer Basim Sabri to foreclose on two Minneapolis apartment buildings over alleged failure to make over $530,000 in repairs. Sabri disputes the necessity of the repairs and claims he is current on loan payments.
Gregory Quinn Holmes, a massage therapist with a criminal history, faces third-degree sexual assault charges in Minneapolis. The incident, which occurred on August 30, 2024, involved Holmes allegedly digitally penetrating a client at her chiropractor’s office. A warrant for his arrest has been issued due to public safety concerns.
Mickiah Latrell Jackson, 39, faces charges for second-degree murder and illegal gun possession in connection with the shooting death of Derrick Ewing in Minneapolis. This incident was part of a violent 20-hour period during which six people were killed. Jackson, who has a lengthy criminal history, remains in custody with bail set at $1 million.