Man Drowns In St. Croix River Monday

​"For safety purposes, we ask everyone to remain vigilant when they're in and around the water," said the Washington County Parks director.

Man Dies After Swimming In St. Croix River

The man was on a family outing when he went missing Saturday. A dive team found the man in about 8 feet of water.

Coach Accused Of Sexual Assault Claims He Was Blackmailed: Report

The former Lake Forest coach's attorney claims a woman threatened to share screenshots of a message if she was not paid $5,000.

Two Men Dead In Mahtomedi; Sheriff Investigates Possible Shooting

Sheriff's officials suspect that one man killed another, then himself in Mahtomedi Monday, according to a news report.

Sheriff's Office Investigates Death Of 2 Men In Mahtomedi

A gun was found at the scene. The Washington County Sheriff's Office says it is not seeking any suspects.

1 Sex Offender In Stillwater: 2020 Safety Map

Sex criminals and other convicted felons are required to register their address with the state of Minnesota.

Man Gets Life Sentence In Death Of Stillwater Corrections Officer

Edward Johnson will not have the possibility of parole.

Ex-Cop Derek Chauvin Posts $1 Million Bond, Leaves Prison

The former Minneapolis police officer faces two murder charges and a manslaughter charge in the death of George Floyd.

2 Bodies Recovered After Plane Crashes In East Twin Cities Metro

The search for a third passenger continues​ Tuesday.

Plane Missing In East Twin Cities Metro: Search Continues Monday

Authorities found plane debris in a water-filled quarry in the east metro.

Forest Lake Teacher Sexually Assaulted 2 Students: Police

Two boys were assaulted at the teacher's house in Forest Lake, according to investigators in Washington County.

Protesters Whack Piñatas Of WCCO Reporter Liz Collins, Bob Kroll

The protest took place outside Kroll's home. John Thompson, a Democratic candidate for the Minnesota House, spoke at the demonstration.

Derek Chauvin And His Wife Filed Fraudulent Tax Returns: Charges

The former Minneapolis police officer and his wife face nine counts of tax fraud in Washington County.

Crash Kills 1 In Washington County Thursday

The crash involved a passenger car and a commercial vehicle.

10-Year-Old Boy Dies After Being Found In East Metro River

The boy was found in the St. Croix River at William O'Brien State Park.

CAIR Calls On Stillwater Cops, Pols To Protect Muslim Community

The Council on American-Islamic Relations has commented on an incident in Stillwater involving a Muslim woman and biker gangs.

Muslim Woman In Stillwater Said Bikers Made Her Uncomfortable

A woman felt unsafe when a motorcycle gang arrived while she and her four-year-old daughter were having dinner in Stillwater.

School Cop In Cottage Grove Asked Girl To 'Send Nudes': Complaint

The request from the school resource officer was sent over Snapchat, according to investigators.

Girl, 4, Dies After Drowning 'Accident' At Twin Cities Hotel

Moundsview police and the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office Water Patrol are investigating the incident.

Drunken Mom Left Baby Home Alone In Oak Park Heights: Cops

Police found the 6-week-old baby alone and cool to the touch, according to the criminal complaint.

Threat Made Toward Twin Cities School: Police Investigate

In the coming days, an increased law enforcement presence will be at the school, authorities said.

Driver Who Fatally Hit Stillwater Motorcyclist Was High On Meth

Brandon M. Lieffring of New Richmond was charged Tuesday with reckless homicide and several other felonies for his role in the accident.

Stillwater Motorcyclist Dies After Crash With Stolen Jeep: Report

Deputies said the driver of a stolen Jeep fled the accident scene and was captured after trying to run from the scene.

May Township Shooting: Second Suspect Arrested, Charged

Angel Ignacio Sardina-Padilla, 32, is charged in Washington County District Court with aiding and abetting attempted murder and kidnapping.

Woman Shot, Found Near Stillwater: Investigation 'Developing'

Authorities in Washington County located the woman early Sunday morning.

Man's Body Found In Washington County: Death Ruled Homicide

The Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office ruled that the 47-year-old died as a result of a homicide.

Body Found In East Twin Cities Metro

The body was located in Washington County Sunday.

Body Found In St. Croix River In Stillwater Township

The man was a resident of Stillwater Township, authorities said.

Gun Goes Missing Near Elementary School In Washington County

The Washington County Sheriff's Office said it conducted an extensive search that included the use of a K9 officer.

'Please Be Sober' When Applying For Gun Permit: Sheriff

"We have no shame conducting Field Sobriety Testing in our main lobby," the Chisago County Sheriff's Office said this week.

Video Of Stillwater Police Shooting Killing 22-Year-Old Released

The shooting killed Keaton Larson, a 2015 graduate of Stillwater Area High School.

I 'Felt I Was Going To Die': MN Woman, 22, Saved From Flooded Car

Allyson Andert, 22, lost control of her car on Interstate 35 Wednesday night. Her truck landed on its roof in two feet of standing water.

Forest Lake Man Arrested After Shooting On I-35

A driver reported that someone in a passing BMW fired a gun while northbound on I-35 Friday.

No Charges After Stillwater Police Shoot, Kill 22-Year-Old

After the fatal shooting, Tessa Andrews told Patch that her son "did not deserve to die in his cry for help."

Washington County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Help Finding Missing Man

The man's family is concerned that he may have been experiencing a reaction to not having his medication.

Badly Burned Body Identified As Former Stillwater Teacher

The body found in an Illinois car fire was confirmed to be a woman who previously taught at Stillwater Area High School.

Bill Would Memorialize Fallen Stillwater Corrections Officer

If passed, the legislation would rename a section of state Highway 95 after fallen corrections officer Joseph Gomm.

Minor Sex Trafficking: How Well Minnesota Protects Children

Most U.S. states are showing improvement in protecting minors caught in the web of sex trafficking. Here’s a look at Minnesota’s efforts.

Guilty Plea Expected In Crash That Killed Pregnant Mom: Report

A single mother who was pregnant with her second child was killed in the Washington County crash in early 2016.

34-Year-Old Killed After Car Goes Through Freeway Fence On I-35W

The 2014 Ford Focus was traveling "at a high rate of speed" before the crash, the Minnesota State Patrol said.