Minnesota bridge was Dillinger's escape route
Nestled in Dakota County, over the serene Mississippi River, lies a pier that is not just picturesque but echoes with history. The Rock Island Swing Bridge in Inver Grove Heights serves as a portal back in time, transporting you to the era of the notorious gangster, John Dillinger, when it was employed as a swift escape route.
On the Map: Lakewood Cemetery's Showmen's Rest
If you've ever been to Lakewood Cemetery in Minneapolis, you'll know that there are some incredibly interesting people buried there. Notable interments include famed ukulele player and singer Tiny Tim.
On the Map: Lakewood Cemetery's Showmen's Rest
If you've ever been to Lakewood Cemetery in Minneapolis, you'll know that there are some incredibly interesting people buried there. Notable interments include famed ukulele player and singer Tiny Tim.
On the Map: Swede Hollow in St. Paul
Some of the first immigrants to come to Minnesota landed in a place called Swede Hollow in St. Paul. FOX 9's Karen Scullin has the story in this week's On the Map.
Minnehaha Falls hidden history: The forgotten zoo that once thrived in the park
Minnehaha Regional Park, renowned for its breathtaking falls, holds a captivating secret within its grounds — a hidden history that goes beyond the cascading waters.
The Zoo at Minnehaha Falls
FOX 9’s Karen Scullin brings us back in time to the 1800s when Minnehaha Regional Park had a zoo for several years.