Woodbury

River Valley Riders, a non-profit in Afton, Minnesota, uses horseback riding to help people with special needs build confidence and skills. The organization hosts a Round-Up Gala on November 21, 2026, at Central Park in Woodbury, featuring dinner, auctions, and program updates.

A 16-year-old boy was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash in Woodbury on Wednesday afternoon when a Hyundai Palisade veered to avoid traffic, colliding with the motorcycle. A Kia Sorento and Toyota Avalon also struck the motorcycle, resulting in life-threatening injuries for the teenager.

Authorities responded to a vehicle fire on I-494 near Lake Road in Woodbury after a Nissan Versa caught fire under the hood. The driver escaped without injury, and the fire department extinguished a resulting small grass fire; the cause remains unknown.

Oakdale police investigated fights between juvenile groups during the Summerfest fireworks show at Walton Park, causing panic and reports of potential gun presence. No injuries were reported, and authorities are collaborating with event organizers and neighboring agencies to assess future security measures.

Ernest Anyere Ngwa, 53, was charged with DWI, traffic collision, and reckless driving after crashing his car into multiple Woodbury townhome units, causing a gas leak. His BAC was measured at .295, over three times the legal limit, and he refused further testing. The incident occurred on Woodduck Drive and Kingfisher Lane around 11 p.m.

An SUV crashed into multiple townhomes in Woodbury, causing a gas leak and forcing neighbors to evacuate their homes late Saturday night. The incident resulted in widespread damage to the affected properties.

A driver crashed into multiple townhomes in Woodbury, causing a gas line to rupture and leading to evacuations. The incident resulted in damaged townhomes and a gas leak.

A vehicle crashed into three townhome units in Woodbury, causing a gas leak and requiring the evacuation of around a dozen residents. The driver was injured and hospitalized, but no other injuries were reported. Residents were allowed to return except for those in damaged units.

Severe storms caused power outages and golf ball-sized hail across areas from Brooklyn Center to Woodbury. Conditions are improving, with clearer skies and milder weather expected through Sunday before another round of storms arrives midweek.

Lewis Kasman, a close associate of John Gotti, revealed he stored $6-10 million in cash in his attic toy chest while working with the Gambino crime family. He described his role as Gotti's trusted advisor and companion, highlighting their close relationship and the family's annual earnings exceeding $100 million.

An 87-year-old man on a mobility scooter was struck and killed by a Tesla SUV in Orange County. The crash occurred on Irvine Boulevard and Groveland near residential communities in Irvine. Police are investigating the incident.