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Two men face first-degree drug trafficking charges after law enforcement seized nearly 900 pounds of methamphetamine in Minneapolis, linked to Mexican cartels. The drugs were discovered in a storage unit, prompting a broader investigation into transnational trafficking operations. Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty emphasized the devastating impact of such a large quantity of illicit drugs on the community.
Marquez Demar Hill-Turnipseed, 23, faces charges for two counts of second-degree murder and three counts of attempted second-degree murder following a mass shooting at Boom Island Park that left one woman dead and four men injured. Police recovered approximately 130 shell casings and believe at least nine guns were fired during the incident. Hill-Turnipseed admitted to shooting at a vehicle with a passenger who was later identified as the victim, Stageina Whiting.
Minneapolis’ Stone Arch Bridge will reopen on August 9 after over a year of repairs, ahead of schedule. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will feature food trucks and entertainment to celebrate the event. The $38.5 million project aimed to enhance the bridge's structural condition, which was closed in sections since spring 2024.
A man died after a stabbing incident in Minneapolis on Sunday. Police took another man into custody related to the alleged attack.
A Fourth of July ATV crash in Emily, Minnesota, severely injured a 37-year-old man and left a 12-year-old boy with minor injuries. The Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office suspects alcohol contributed to the crash, which remains under investigation. First responders airlifted the man to a Duluth-area hospital for treatment.
Apple Valley police investigate a man's death after he was found bloodied on a sidewalk early Sunday morning. Officers responded to the scene at 3:12 a.m. and declared the man dead, with his identity yet to be released.
A 13-year-old boy, Michael Turner, died after a firework he was holding launched and struck his chest on July 4 in Naytahwaush, Minnesota. Despite bystanders performing CPR, he was pronounced dead shortly after midnight. The incident is under investigation as authorities emphasize the dangers of fireworks, particularly for children.
MnDOT will begin a $70 million bridge and pavement repair project on I-394 and I-94 next week, leading to significant traffic disruptions in downtown Minneapolis. Motorists should anticipate lane closures and increased congestion, especially as alternate routes like Hwy. 55 will also be under construction. Officials advise planning ahead to mitigate delays.
Devastating flooding in central Texas has claimed nearly 70 lives, including 21 children. Among the victims are Tanya Burwick, a grandmother who disappeared en route to work, and Jane Ragsdale, a beloved summer camp director. Search and rescue efforts continue as the community grapples with the aftermath of the tragedy.
Two men in their 20s were fatally shot in Minneapolis on July 4, marking the city's second homicide of the day. Police seek information on both cases, which occurred amid efforts to enhance public safety during holiday festivities.