St. Paul

A St. Paul business owner spoke out following another break-in at The Gnome on Selby, confirming that $1,300 was stolen. The owner stated that staff were inside during the crime and emphasized that the situation has become dangerous.

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has named the officer involved in a shooting that took place near Regions Hospital in St. Paul. The incident occurred on Monday and resulted in a man being left injured.

Lisa Demuth won the Republican nomination for governor in Minnesota. At her watch party at Burger Moe's in St. Paul, she was seen with campaign staffer Ben Golnik. The article also references reporting from the ACLU regarding childcare funding and the Trump admin.

Lisa Demuth wins the Republican Primary for Governor of Minnesota. She holds the position as speaker of the Minnesota House of Representatives. The photo was taken at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul early this year.

Mayor Kaohly Her declined to address allegations of sexual harassment at a St. Paul event. The public watched her during this appearance, which marked her first time being seen publicly since these accusations became widely known.

A woman was killed after being struck by an SUV on I-94 in St. Paul overnight Thursday morning. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the 26-year-old victim was hit by a westbound 2016 Lincoln MKX while she was in the center lane under the 7th St. bridge.

Furnaces are designed to kick off when they detect dangerous accumulations of combustion byproducts, which can occur if vent paths are blocked. The article emphasizes the necessity of having "The Vent Talk" with rural elders aging in place regarding vent maintenance and prevention efforts. Because help may be delayed due to extreme weather or remote locations, residents must take proactive measures to keep household vents clear and functional.

An endangered missing person alert has been issued for Anthony Brosi, a 34-year-old man last seen in St. Paul on Monday near Shepard Road. Brosi is described as 5 feet 11 inches tall with long brown hair, hazel eyes, and glasses. Authorities are urging the public to contact St. Paul police with any information.

Emergency management is evolving from reactive to proactive strategies due to emerging threats like pandemics, cyberattacks, and misinformation. Recent events, including a 2024 hurricane misinformation crisis and a 2025 St. Paul cyberattack, highlight the need for anticipatory approaches using data and AI.

St. Paul workers are beginning to clear a homeless encampment at Pig's Eye Park on Wednesday. The action is facing public pushback.

Markus Antwon Jennings was sentenced to 34.8 years in prison for aiding in the 2024 murder of Kevon Ishmel Ewing at Dale Street Station in St. Paul. He is one of three suspects charged in the case, with another suspect already sentenced and a trial pending for the third.

St. Paul City Council president Rebecca Noecker supports closing the Pig’s Eye Park homeless encampment if all residents have indoor alternatives, while acknowledging the mayor’s office leads the executive decision. Opponents argue more time is needed for long-term housing solutions, with no confirmed timeline for clearing additional camps.

The article announces the National Night Out event in St. Paul, as reported by KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News. No additional details about the event are provided in the content.

St. Paul Public Schools is hosting a job fair. The event was announced on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News.

A St. Paul renter, Michael Smith, successfully appealed an 17.97% rent increase by arguing the apartment's poor maintenance conditions did not justify the hike. The St. Paul City Council unanimously upheld his appeal, rejecting the landlord's claim that property tax increases necessitated higher rent. Smith's attorney highlighted adherence to the 45-day appeal window and emphasized tenant rights during Minnesota's moving season.

St. Paul landlords and renters are concerned about potential property tax increases to address a $26 million budget deficit. Landlords like Richard Kronfeld and Robin Doroshow are selling rental properties due to rising taxes and costs, while the Minnesota Multi Housing Association highlights challenges in managing tax burdens and rent adjustments.

St. Paul plans to displace around 140 people at the Pig’s Eye encampment by August 5. Trump blamed Minnesota for a cyberattack on its water facilities, while a WNBA game was overshadowed by anti-trans comments from Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham. Chicago Trend aims to combat gentrification by involving residents in a Minneapolis strip mall redevelopment, and wildfires in northern Minnesota are being fought with help from Idaho’s Sawtooth Hotshots. The Heights Theater uses vintage projectors named Glen and Shelly for film screenings.

The DFL Senate primary in Minnesota features a debate between Congresswoman Angie Craig and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan ahead of the Aug. 11 election. St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her faces an investigation over alleged workplace sexual harassment, while the Trump administration probes Minnesota regarding classroom use of dolls with interchangeable genitalia, which the University of Minnesota clarifies are for licensed professionals, not schools.

Ramsey County is offering tours of new shelter beds ahead of St. Paul's planned homeless encampment clearings. Outreach programs and shelters are preparing for the city's encampment removal efforts.

Cion Jordan, a 22-year-old man from Maplewood, was killed in St. Paul after attempting to assist a woman during an assault. His mother, Malinda Aguilar, stated he was shot upon arrival at the scene, which involved another man who allegedly assaulted the woman and later died in the incident.

St. Paul is set to begin clearing homeless encampments starting August 5, working with Ramsey County and local service providers to address health and safety concerns.

St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her denies plans to resign amid sexual harassment allegations, but speculation about a potential mayoral vacancy process has emerged. St. Paul’s city charter outlines that the City Council must elect an interim mayor within 30 days of a vacancy, with a special election required if the next general election is more than 180 days away.

A second senior police official in St Paul has accused Democratic mayor Kaohly Her of sexual harassment and inappropriate conduct, creating a sexualized work environment. The allegations follow an earlier complaint by police chief Axel Henry and an ongoing inquiry into her behavior, reported by the Minnesota Star Tribune.

Abidkerm Eidleh, a fugitive linked to the Feeding Our Future fraud case, is scheduled to appear in court on Friday. He was captured in Somalia after four years on the run and faces 31 fraud-related charges as the right-hand man of Aimee Bock, the nonprofit's founder. The organization is accused of stealing over $250 million from a federal food program.

The article discusses the ongoing issue of unsheltered encampments in U.S. cities, focusing on Minneapolis and St. Paul, where local governments have cleared encampments under public safety concerns. It highlights the lack of viable alternatives for displaced individuals and criticizes the absence of a comprehensive solution to poverty, addiction, and housing crises.

Pearson’s Candy Company is closing its St. Paul manufacturing plant, resulting in 80 layoffs due to financial unsustainability. The closure, effective Sept. 28, follows a decision by parent company Promise Confections to restructure operations and transfer key brands to a strategic partner.

Pearson's Candy Company is closing its St. Paul facility and laying off 80 workers in September. The shutdown will result in job losses for dozens of employees this fall.

St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her is under investigation for sexual harassment following a complaint from the city's police chief. City leaders have engaged an outside law firm to conduct an independent inquiry into allegations that Her sent inappropriate messages to employees, including members of the police department, according to the New York Times and NBC News.

Dr. Anthony Fauci, former NIH director, invoked the Fifth Amendment multiple times during a Senate hearing, avoiding questions on pandemic and gain-of-function research. Republicans may vote to hold him in contempt. The mayor of St. Paul is under investigation for sexual harassment.

A man was killed and another injured in a late-night shooting at a St. Paul apartment complex. Police responded to the Lowertown neighborhood near 7th Street East and Wacouta Street, finding one man with a fatal stomach wound and another with a leg injury. No arrests have been made, and authorities are searching for a suspect.

The mayor of St. Paul is facing an investigation after being accused of making inappropriate and sexual comments toward the city’s police chief and staff.

Richar Mujica was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for his role in a drug trafficking and kidnapping operation in the Twin Cities. He was part of a group that transported methamphetamine from Mexico and allegedly participated in a kidnapping linked to debt collection.

St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her is under investigation for sexual harassment after a formal complaint was filed with the city. The mayor’s office has declined to comment on the active investigation, and most city council members have also refrained from public statements. A prior harassment complaint against Her in court was dismissed due to lack of evidence.

St. Paul’s mayor faces a sexual harassment complaint from the city’s police chief, raising questions about conduct at the highest levels of city government.

St. Paul Police Chief Axel Henry filed a sexual harassment complaint against Mayor Kaohly Her, alleging inappropriate sexual comments and text messages. The complaint, addressed to the city attorney, includes screenshots of messages and claims the behavior extended to other city employees. The mayor's office declined to comment beyond stating confidentiality and process integrity concerns.

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota will open the LSS Center for Changing Lives in St. Paul this fall, providing housing, childcare, and support services to over 1,100 youths and young families annually. The center, located near the Green Line, will offer early learning, financial counseling, behavioral health services, and employment assistance in a youth-focused facility modeled after LSS sites in Minneapolis and Duluth.

Democratic candidates Angie Craig and Peggy Flanagan highlighted differences in their positions during a U.S. Senate debate, focusing on AIPAC, ICE, and a controversy involving Craig and John Hoffman. A social workers' strike in Chisago County entered its third month, and St. Paul mayor considers property tax increases to address a budget shortfall. Minnesota Vixen won a women's football championship.

Minneapolis City Council member Michael Rainville warns of a potential 13% property tax increase if the city maintains current services and staffing amid a $30 million budget shortfall. Mayor Jacob Frey is set to present his 2027 budget plan on August 12, with no final decisions confirmed yet.

St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her stated it is impossible to resolve a $26 million budget deficit without raising taxes, including potential property tax increases. The city is considering budget cuts, a hiring freeze, and tax adjustments to address rising costs like health insurance and fuel. The budget will be presented to the St. Paul City Council in mid-August.

Two people were arrested after a high-speed chase in St. Paul, where a Lexus traveling over 100 mph crashed into another vehicle and came to rest in a ditch.