Sheriff: Lake Minnetonka 'much calmer' this 4th of July weekend despite uptick in BUIs
The Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office said it made fewer stops and responded to fewer calls on Lake Minnetonka this Fourth of July weekend, but saw an uptick in boating under the influence incidents.
Lake Minnetonka 4th of July Celebration cancelled due to COVID-19
As events across the state make cancellations due to COVID-19 concerns, the Lake Minnetonka 4th of July Celebration is following suit.
Snow and pandemic don't stop Minnesota anglers from hitting water for fishing opener
It wasn't the picture-perfect start for the fishing season, but nothing could stop some anglers from getting out for the opening day.
DNR reminds boaters social distancing rules should apply even when on the water
With a beautiful weekend on the way, plenty of Minnesotans are looking to hit the water.
Motorcyclist dies in crash on I-494 at Hwy. 7 in Minnetonka, Minnesota
A motorcycle driver died when he crashed on Interstate 494 at Highway 7 in Minnetonka, Minnesota Tuesday morning.
Drive-in restaurants see surge in business as diners look to social distance while eating out
As the coronavirus pandemic impacts our everyday way of life, some old-school businesses are booming in business.
'It's a bummer': Minnesota high school seniors reflect on loss of milestone moments
Not going back to class is tough for students of all ages, but for high school seniors it hurts even more.
Restaurants continue to find ways to adapt as Minnesota’s stay at home order is extended
The governor’s extended stay at home order also means restaurants and bars continue to be closed to dine-in customers.
Four-year-old Minnetonka, Minn. boy sets up supplies table to help neighbors
It's important to highlight some of the good things that are happening in these times of uncertainty. That includes a four-year-old Minnetonka boy who's spent his day at the end of his driveway, asking people if there's anything they need.
Body found in wooded area off I-494 in Minnetonka, death investigation underway
Police are investigating a death after a man’s body was found in a wooded area near Interstate 494 in Minnetonka, Minnesota Wednesday morning.
Suspect search slows traffic on I-494 in Minnetonka
An active police investigation has slowed down traffic moving along I-494, just south of Highway 7 in Minnetonka.
40 dogs brought to Minnetonka shelter after rescue from commercial breeder
A pack of dogs, rescued from a commercial breeder in Missouri, are searching for new homes in Minnesota.
Charges: Texas men fail to pry open W. St. Paul ATM using U-Haul pickup before leading officers on chase
The two Houston, Texas men tried to pry open a Wells Fargo ATM using a U-Haul pickup truck, but failed. Then they led police on a chase through the west Twin Cities metro area before being arrested.
Water patrol warns about thin ice following warmer than average January
Lake Minnetonka is an oasis for ice fishing, but this year anyone driving a pickup or SUV on the lake could be on thin ice.
Visiting Chinese student teachers in Minnetonka returning early over coronavirus travel concerns
A group of university student teachers from China that was visiting Minnetonka decided to go home early due to travel concerns from coronavirus, according to a district email.
Cold and snow doesn't slow pond hockey players on Lake Minnetonka
For most, Friday evening was a good time to stay inside and stay warm. But, the cold temps and snowy weather didn't stop some from enjoying the great outdoors.
Report: Staff member was asleep when resident at Minnetonka memory care facility fell, fractured leg
A resident at a memory care facility in Minnetonka, Minnesota fell and injured herself in the middle of the night while the staff member assigned to watch her was asleep on the job, a report released Wednesday by the state Department of Health concluded. The resident later died from complications from her fall-related injury.
Super Hero Kids teaches young students how to prevent physical, sexual assaults
Some elementary school students are getting a lesson in how to prevent physical and sexual assaults by being their own hero.
Girls return money to owner after finding wad of cash in Minnetonka
Two young girls in Minnetonka made a once in a lifetime discovery and are now being recognized for doing the right thing.
Election Day in Minnesota: St. Paul trash, school funding and everything else you need to know
It's Election Day in Minnesota.