Storms leave destruction in Minnesota, Wisconsin
Storms that tore across Minnesota and Wisconsin damaged several properties and left a big mess for residents to clean up. Power was also knocked out in some areas. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the latest on the destruction left behind by the storm system.
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Mayor of Cottage Grove on state of emergency [RAW]
Cottage Grove Mayor Myron Bailey spoke about the state of emergency declared in the city after Thursday night's storms.
Cottage Grove hit hard by severe storms, mayor declares state of emergency
The mayor of Cottage Grove has declared a state of emergency after recent severe weather caused "significant damage" in the area.
Cottage Grove state of emergency after severe storm
The City of Cottage Grove has declared a state of emergency after severe weather on Thursday left a path of damage and downed trees.
Cottage Grove man stole $157K in romantic, family schemes: Charges
Oluwole Salu, 33, is accused of orchestrating a series of scams over the course of years, including schemes where he posed as a relative or romantic interest to convince people to send money, officials said.
Troopers investigate deadly crash on Hwy 61 in Cottage Grove
Troopers are investigating a fatal crash Tuesday afternoon along Highway 61 in Cottage Grove after a Camaro collided with a truck.
14 dogs rescued from animal neglect charges find homes
Josh Nelson and Georgia's story all began last October when eight dead dogs were found dumped on Grey Cloud Island near Cottage Grove.
MN family offers reward for info in cat’s death
A family in Cottage Grove is seeking information about the death of their beloved cat, Rusty, who was found paralyzed after being shot with a pellet gun. The family is offering a $1,500 reward for information leading to the person responsible.
Beloved cat found shot, paralyzed by pellet gun; Cottage Grove family seeks information
A family in Cottage Grove, Minnesota is seeking information about the death of their beloved cat, who was found paralyzed after being shot with a pellet gun.
3 of the 22 dogs saved from an Andover animal rescue are now available for adoption
The Animal Humane Society (AHS) announced Thursday that three of the 22 dogs saved from an animal rescue in Andover are now up for adoption.
FOX 9 News at 6 p.m. Oct. 24, 2023
FOX 9 News at 6 p.m. Oct. 24, 2023
Warrant reveals Cottage Grove dead dog details
After eight dogs were found dead on Grey Cloud Island in Cottage Grove, new search warrant details provide the conditions in which dozens more were found and connected to a vet tech. FOX 9’s Rob Olson has the latest.
22 dogs removed from Andover animal rescue after 8 dead dogs found on Grey Cloud Island
New details have emerged on the eight deceased dogs found on Grey Cloud Island in Cottage Grove.
Grey Cloud Island dead dog investigation gets stranger
Someone has confessed to dumping the eight deceased dogs on Grey Cloud Island over the weekend.
8 dead dogs found on Grey Cloud Island
Cottage Grove police are investigating after the gruesome discovery of eight dead dogs, found stacked up on Grey Cloud Island. Officers say there are no obvious signs of ongoing abuse and it looks as if they were at one time someone's pets.
8 dogs found dead on Grey Cloud Island
Cottage Grove police are investigating after the gruesome discovery of eight dogs found dead on a part of Grey Cloud Island in the city.
Refrigerator theft attempt causes $250,000 in damages at apartment
Police in Cottage Grove are searching for two suspects accused of stealing electronics and causing $250,000 in damages to a brand-new apartment complex.
Police search for Cottage Grove theft suspects
Police in Cottage Grove are searching for two men suspected of causing $250,000 in damages after attempting to steal a large appliance from an apartment complex.
Cottage Grove opens kid-friendly coffee shop
The Little Village is both a coffee shop and a safe space for kids to play and get creative. It’s located in the Shoppes at Gateway North. Right inside the doors, is the coffee shop and a retail area with kids clothing and toys. Also in the building, a modern indoor play area for kids 0-6. It does cost to use the space and there’s drop-in pricing, but also monthly passes. The coffee shop is open seven days a week. The play space has some times that closed for open play and are dedicated to workshops, so check the hours before visiting.
Cottage Grove FD battles 2 house fires at the same time
Firefighters in Cottage Grove battled fires at two different homes miles apart from each other at the same time on Monday.