Edina
Coverage of Edina in the Nexus archive.
- Algae problems are not just for D.C.
A cyanotoxin advisory was issued for Lake Cornelia in Edina due to blue-green algae. Vance Boelter was sentenced to two life sentences plus 40 years for killings and attacks on multiple lawmakers and their families. Mike Lindell, a Republican gubernatorial candidate, registered to vote in Minnesota, raising questions about election procedures.
- Shots fired in Edina neighborhood, no injuries reported
Gunshots were fired near Yancy Park in Edina around 9 p.m. on July 22, prompting a police response. No injuries were reported, and no suspects are in custody. Investigators are seeking public assistance with the ongoing active investigation.
- Two-Lined Chestnut Borer in Minnesota
The Two-Lined Chestnut Borer is damaging oak trees in Edina and surrounding communities in Minnesota. Edina City Forester Luther Overholt discussed the threat with Minnesota Live, highlighting the need for awareness and action to address the pest.
- Late-night train horns are disturbing neighbors in the west metro. A remedy could cost millions.
Late-night train horns are disturbing residents in Edina and St. Louis Park, prompting studies to create quiet zones by upgrading train crossings. The estimated costs are $10 million for 16 crossings in St. Louis Park and $7 million for seven crossings in Edina. Federal law requires horns at crossings that do not meet safety standards, and funding for upgrades remains unresolved.
- Edina apartment shooting leaves 1 seriously hurt, suspect at large
A shooting at an Edina apartment complex left one person seriously injured. The suspect remains at large, and no arrests have been made as of Friday morning.
- Detour alert: weekend closure of Highway 62 in Edina
Highway 62 in Edina will be closed between Highway 100 and I-35W from Friday night at 10 p.m. to Monday, June 29, at 5 a.m. for removal of the Rosland Park pedestrian bridge. The detour routes through Highway 100, I-494, and I-35W. The new bridge is expected to be completed in summer 2027.
- Highway 62 closure in Edina: What drivers need to know this weekend
Highway 62 in Edina will be closed this weekend as crews replace the Rosland Park pedestrian bridge. Drivers are advised to plan accordingly for the closure.
- Edina pedestrian bridge construction underway, closures on Highway 62
Edina is replacing the Rosland Park pedestrian bridge, causing Highway 62 closures, with the new bridge expected to open next summer. The existing bridge, built in the 1960s, does not meet current accessibility standards and was damaged in 2022 crashes. Highway 62 westbound on-ramp closures are scheduled through the fall, with potential 2027 extensions.
- Edina man turns 100 still golfing, walking hallways with clubs to stay strong
A man from Edina has turned 100 years old and continues to golf and walk with clubs to maintain his strength. The centenarian demonstrates that age does not limit physical activity or social engagement.
- Edina house fire: Public asked to avoid area as crews battle blaze
Crews are responding to a house fire in Edina on the 6800 block of Antrim Road Thursday morning. Authorities are urging the public to avoid the area until further notice.
- Help needed to find vulnerable 18-year-old from Edina who has been missing for 2 days
Abdirahman Omar Abdi, an 18-year-old vulnerable adult from Edina, has been missing since Wednesday after being last seen leaving his home on York Avenue. Authorities describe him as 6 feet tall, 160 pounds, with brown hair and eyes, lip and tongue piercings, and tattoos under his right collarbone and hand. The Edina Police Department urges anyone with information to contact them at 952-826-1600.