Declining enrollment prompts staff, budget cuts at Bethel University
Specific cuts to faculty, staff and academic programs will be announced in 2020.
Lawsuit: Washington County jail ignored red flags before inmate's suicide
Richard Bild died when he jumped from a jail balcony rail in June 2018.
Washington County Administrator Molly O'Rourke to step down next month
The County Board will discuss a process to replace O'Rourke at its meeting next week.
East Metro
Inmate ruled competent to stand trial in death of Stillwater correctional officer
Edward M. Johnson's ability to understand and participate in the criminal case against him had been at question since last year.
Music
Maplewood renews Myth liquor license with conditions
An attorney for the concert venue called the conditions, including regular meetings with police, unconstitutional.
East Metro
Rowing club pushes Stillwater to kick-start riverfront park plans
Stillwater owns riverfront land, but doesn't yet have a master plan for it.
East Metro
Buying up floodplains could save billions, researchers say
In places where land is relatively cheap and the population is expected to grow rapidly, such as St. Louis County and central Minnesota around the Mississippi headwaters, the savings would be far greater — up to five times more — than allowing that land to be developed.
East Metro
Defense: Deputy charged with manslaughter says suicidal gunman aimed at him, others
Prosecutors say officer used excessive force.
East Metro
Falcon Heights to contract with Roseville for fire department leaders
Instead of replacing a chief, the council will vote on whether to hire Roseville to administrate services.
East Metro
2020 Winter Carnival souvenir buttons are unveiled
St. Paul's 134th annual embrace of winter runs from Jan. 23 to Feb. 2.
Variety
Rest in peace, ye merry gentlemen: Horror isn't just for Halloween anymore
The Twin Cities haunted house known as the Haunted Basement has created a holiday-themed nightmare before Christmas show this December.
South Metro
Twin Cities metro police blotter, Dec. 8
EAST BETHEL NOV. 2 Disorderly conduct. Officers responded to a report of two people throwing eggs at a vehicle in the 18100 block of…
East Metro
Ramsey County uses tax-forfeited property for affordable housing
Ramsey County effort has created about 110 more affordable homes and apartments since 2013.
East Metro
Bethel responds after ex-athlete charged with raping 3 students last year
Two of his victims were assaulted after passing out at house parties, according to the charges.
East Metro
Walmart will stop selling Water Gremlin items
State now says that up to 24 children may have been poisoned by take-home lead dust.
East Metro
Charges: Burglar hit about 80 Twin Cities coffee shops, restaurants, other retailers
He hit establishments in Edina, White Bear Lake, St. Paul and as far away as Mankato, according to a criminal complaint.
East Metro
Ramsey County weighing $10 million in new property taxes to fund more affordable housing
New funds would be directed at affordable housing, redevelopment.
East Metro
Free Christmas lights display in Lake Elmo
Rockpoint Church on Kelvin Ave. N. in Lake Elmo is presenting a free holiday light display they're calling Valley Lights. The 120,000 light display is synchronized to music that viewers can listen to as they drive through in their vehicles, or during wagon rides offered on Friday and Saturday evenings.
East Metro
St. Paul day shelter for homeless families gets county funds
Interfaith Action took over the day center after it closed abruptly.
East Metro
East Side elementaries top pared-down list for St. Paul school overhauls
With falling enrollment, board to scrutinize list of renovations.
South Metro
Twin Cities metro police blotter, Dec. 1
BLAINE OCT. 27 Neighbor dispute. An officer mediated an argument between neighbors in the 10300 block of Lever Street NE. A 44-year-old man who…
East Metro
Twin Cities home health nurse gets 18 months for stealing painkillers
Prosecutors sought a tough sentence because of the victim's prolonged suffering and vulnerability.
East Metro
Small business owners rejoice after St. Paul shopping center reopens
Several immigrant-owned shops are back in business after St. Paul mall is repaired
Most Read
- Declining enrollment prompts staff, budget cuts at Bethel University
- Inmate ruled competent to stand trial in death of Stillwater correctional officer
- Buying up floodplains could save billions, researchers say
- Washington County Administrator Molly O'Rourke to step down next month
- Minnesota's showdown with Water Gremlin intensifies
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