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Northern Minnesota Sees Warming Trend Despite Isolated Showers
Duluth, MN – Northern Minnesota residents should be prepared for varying weather conditions this week, including isolated storms, sunny days, and a significant beach hazard. Today, the area is expected to experience a 20-50% chance of showers and isolated thunderstorms, with temperatures ranging from 66 to 76 degrees. According...
West St. Paul’s Beirut Restaurant Moving to Rosemount
West St. Paul Reader offers member supported news. Join now to keep you neighborhood informed. After more than 40 years, Beirut Restaurant announced the closure of their West St. Paul location in September. Owner John Khoury plans to relocate to Rosemount and shift their business model from a sit-down restaurant to fast-casual counter service, take out, and catering.
North Mankato Police investigating alleged homicide
NORTH MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - North Mankato Police and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension are investigating an alleged homicide that occurred Tuesday morning. According to a release from the city, around 11:30 a.m. North Mankato Police were called to the 1600 block of Hoover Dr. (Village Court Apartments) for a report of a female party requesting help from police.
Rondo Days returns: Rakim, MC Lyte and a celebration of community (photos)
St. Paul’s vibrant cultural presence was brought to life with energy this past weekend as Rondo Days, the city’s largest and most beloved festival, made a grand return after a five-year hiatus. The wait was well worth it. Legendary hip hop figures MC Lyte and Rakim headlined the...
Coon Rapids Embraces Sustainability with Inaugural Reuse Room at Recycling Center
Coon Rapids is setting the stage for sustainability with a novel addition to its local recycling efforts – a reuse room. This new room, situated within the Coon Rapids Recycling Center, is a place where residents can find various items reclaimed from the waste stream, available to take at no cost, a move that emphasizes the importance of reusability in our community.
Former Vikings star could return home thanks to ties with JJ McCarthy
The Minnesota Vikings will face some uncertainty in their passing attack for the first time in six seasons after allowing quarterback Kirk Cousins to sign with the Atlanta Falcons during free agency. In 2024, the Vikings will see fresh faces at the quarterback position. The Vikings drafted Michigan quarterback J.J....
Metro Bus Operator wins again in Statewide Bus Roadeo
ST. CLOUD, Minn. — Some Metro Bus operators aren’t just good, they’re “gold.”. For the second year in a row, Metro Bus Dial-a-Ride Operator David Peacock took first place in the Small Bus Division at this year’s Minnesota Public Transit Association (MPTA) Statewide Bus Roadeo.
Former employees react to Rainbow Health's sudden closure
MINNEAPOLIS — Thousands of Minnesotans are in limbo after Rainbow Health announced it was closing immediately. Rainbow Health is a nonprofit that specializes in helping members of the LGBTQ+ community. It served 2,366 Minnesotans last year, and former employees said they work with tens of thousands of people within a marginalized community.
Man found guilty in St. Paul New Year's Eve drive-by shooting that hurt 10-year-old boy
ST. PAUL, Minn. — On Tuesday, a jury found a 27-year-old man guilty for his role in the 2023 New Year's Eve drive-by shooting in St. Paul that critically injured a 10-year-old boy.Morris Ryan, of New Hope, was found guilty of three counts of second-degree assault and one count each of drive-by shooting, first-degree assault and attempted second-degree murder, according to court documents filed in Ramsey County.Last month, Kelci Meyers, 28, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for aiding and abetting attempted second-degree murder, aiding and abetting first-degree assault and aiding and abetting a drive-by-shooting for her role in the incident.On...
Minnesota Vikings Make Heartfelt Gesture For Rookie Khyree Jackson After Tragic Accident
Earlier this month, promising NFL rookie Khyree Jackson died in an automobile accident in Temple Hills, Maryland. Now, the team that drafted him, the Minnesota Vikings, is making an incredible gesture to Jackson and his family after their loss. The Vikings will be paying out the remainder of ...
These 18 Veterans Reported Early for Vikings Traning Camp
The dry portion of the NFL calendar and the Minnesota Vikings’ offseason is over. These 18 Veterans Reported Early for Vikings Traning Camp. Rookies reported to training camp in Eagan on Sunday, while 18 veterans followed suit — a who’s who of early arrivals. Among all rookies,...
"Mind your own business": Tim Walz says the GOP is "stuck" with Trump and his felony convictions
Gov. Tim Walz, D-Minn., appeared on Fox News Tuesday and deeply angered Donald Trump by arguing that Republicans are "stuck" with a declining nominee while Democrats are energized by the ascendence of Vice President Kamala Harris. With a smile on his face, Walz blasted Trump during his interview, The New...
$200 million greenhouse emissions grants announced by Walz, EPA
NEW HOPE, Minn. (FOX 9) - Hoping to combat the effects of climate change, Gov. Tim Walz will visit a nonprofit in New Hope to announce a $200 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). What we know. The grants will be aimed at reducing...
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