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Answers still sought one year after 19-year-old fatally shot at Robbinsdale's Sanborn Park

Answers still sought one year after 19-year-old shot and killed at Robbinsdale's Sanborn Park

Edwards Returns as Wolves Top Spurs in Game 1; Wild Fall 9-6 in Playoff Opener

No hyperlocal Golden Valley, Robbinsdale, Crystal, New Hope, or St. Louis Park stories in today's news cycle. We'll be back with west metro coverage as it develops. In the meantime, note that **farmers markets across ...

Wild Fall 9-6 in Wild Game 1 vs. Avalanche; Timberwolves-Spurs Series Tips Off Tonight

No Golden Valley-specific stories in today's feed — but a quiet news day in the west metro is never a bad thing, neighbors. If you're heading out this week, the **Minneapolis Farmers Market** is now open for its **150...

Wolves & Wild Both Advance to Round Two — Historic Playoff Weekend for Minnesota Sports

No hyperlocal Golden Valley, Robbinsdale, Crystal, New Hope, or St. Louis Park stories in today's feed — but west metro residents heading to Hopkins can check out the **Minnesota Food Truck Festival**, which kicked of...

Wild & Wolves Both Advance to Round 2; Violent Weekend Across Minneapolis

The League of Women Voters, in a new MinnPost op-ed, is urging Minnesota lawmakers to balance gun rights with community safety. The nonpartisan organization, which has advocated for democratic participation for over a...

Wild & Wolves Advance in Playoffs; Gun Safety Debate Hits Close to Home in Golden Valley

Wild, Wolves Host Do-or-Die Game 6s Thursday; Minneapolis Unveils Summer Safety Plan

Wild Take 3-2 Series Lead; Walz Delivers Final State of the State; Cooler Week Ahead for the Metro

Severe storms possible today; Wild prep for pivotal Game 5 in Dallas

No Golden Valley-specific stories today, but neighbors in **Brooklyn Park** are dealing with two major incidents. A small plane crashed over the weekend, killing North Dakota state Rep. **Liz Conmy** (D-Fargo) and pil...

Storms Rolling In Tonight; Wolves Take 3-1 Lead Over Nuggets

No hyperlocal Golden Valley, Robbinsdale, Crystal, New Hope, or St. Louis Park stories surfaced in today's news cycle. We'll be back with west metro coverage as it develops. In the meantime, heads up, neighbors: the *...

Legislature Eyes $10M to Reimburse Cities for Immigration Operation Costs; Wild and Wolves Both Win in Overtime Thrillers

Good morning, Golden Valley! Grab your umbrella if you're heading out today — showers are possible through the afternoon before stronger storms roll in tonight. Here's what you need to know.

Legislature Eyes $10M to Reimburse Cities for Immigration Enforcement Costs; Lawmakers Push to Save HCMC

Severe Storms Possible Thursday; Timberwolves Take 2-1 Series Lead; NFL Draft Night for Vikings

No Golden Valley-specific stories today — but keep an eye on the sky. A Forecast First Alert is in effect for Thursday evening with strong to severe thunderstorms possible across the metro, including our west metro co...

Severe storms possible Thursday; Wild fall in double OT, Vikings draft tonight

Robbinsdale Area Schools contract talks heat up as parents and teachers rally

Parents and teachers gathered outside district offices as the Robbinsdale Area Schools board held a closed-door meeting Monday night to discuss negotiations for a new teacher's contract. The district, which serves Gol...

Robbinsdale Area Schools contract talks heat up as parents, teachers rally

Parents and teachers gathered to rally as contract negotiations with Robbinsdale Area Schools remain unresolved. The school board held a closed-door meeting Monday night to discuss terms of a new teacher's contract. T...

SUV plunges into water near I-394 in Golden Valley; 8 tornadoes confirmed in southern Minnesota

SUV plunges into water near I-394 in Golden Valley; driver escapes safely

Good morning, Golden Valley! A dramatic rescue near I-394, tornado cleanup downstate, and a big Wild playoff win top today's news.

Tornadoes strike southeast Minnesota; Marna's Eatery in Robbinsdale joins Dining Out For Life

Marna's Eatery, a neighborhood favorite in Robbinsdale, is one of dozens of Twin Cities restaurants participating in the upcoming Dining Out For Life fundraiser. The event supports local HIV/AIDS service organizations...

Brothers Charged in North Minneapolis Car Theft Shooting; Strong Cold Front Hits Metro Friday

Brothers Charged After Shooting Teens Who Stole Their Car in North Minneapolis

Two brothers — one of them the owner of the stolen vehicle at the center of the case — have been charged after shooting teenagers who took their car during a chaotic early-morning theft in north Minneapolis. The case ...

Golden Valley Names Matt Clark as New Police Chief

Golden Valley Names Matt Clark as New Police Chief After Six-Month Search

Severe Storm Alert for Monday Evening; Timberwolves Draw Nuggets in Playoffs After Garnett's Triumphant Return

No Golden Valley-specific stories today — but west metro residents should take note: **legendary vocalist Monroe Wright III**, a luminary of the Minneapolis Sound, will perform a rare big band concert at the **Hopkins...

Twins Explode for 7-Run Inning to Beat Blue Jays; Wolves Snap Houston's Streak

No Golden Valley-specific stories in today's feed — but just next door in **Hopkins**, legendary Minneapolis Sound vocalist **Monroe Wright III** will perform a rare big band concert at the **Hopkins Center for the Ar...

Bipartisan Push to Rescue HCMC From Financial Crisis With Hennepin County Sales Tax

Frey Vetoes Council Decision on Community Safety Commissioner; Wild Head to Playoffs Against Dallas

West Metro Old Fashioned Hunt, Twins Rout Tigers in First Inning, and a Busy Crime Blotter Across Minneapolis

A St. Louis Park resident is crowdsourcing recommendations for the best old fashioned cocktail in the west metro, preferring bourbon-based and not too sweet. If you've got a go-to spot in Golden Valley, SLP, or the su...

North Memorial Hospital lost $50M in 2025, CEO says Robbinsdale facility needs same state help as HCMC

While much of the legislative spotlight has focused on HCMC's financial crisis, North Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale is facing its own emergency. CEO Trevor Sawallish says the hospital lost $50 million in 2025, and ...

HCMC's Financial Crisis Prompts Urgent Calls for State Action

Kaprizov Hat Trick Lifts Wild Past Red Wings; Easter Weekend Across the Twin Cities

No hyperlocal Golden Valley, Robbinsdale, Crystal, New Hope, or St. Louis Park stories surfaced in today's news cycle. We'll be back with west metro coverage as it develops — if you have a tip or community event to sh...

Dozens of vehicles vandalized near 31st and Drew in Robbinsdale

Dozens of vehicles vandalized near 31st and Drew in Robbinsdale; Wild clinch playoff spot

Good morning, Golden Valley. Grab an extra layer today — rain is turning to snow overnight. Here's what you need to know.

Duo arrested after golf club attack in downtown Robbinsdale; wintry mix snarls morning commute

Wintry Mix Hits Metro as Road Rage Attack Shakes Downtown Robbinsdale

Messy Spring Storm Heading for Metro Wednesday Night; D&D & Doughnuts Returns to St. Louis Park

The monthly Dungeons & Dragons & Doughnuts event is back at Angel Food Bakery in St. Louis Park on Saturday, April 11. Your ticket includes a doughnut, a set of dice, and two hours of tabletop roleplaying — a fun, low...

Hennepin County Library Dropping Free Kanopy Streaming; Wolves Rout Mavericks Behind Edwards' Return

No Golden Valley-specific stories today — but a change is coming that affects every Hennepin County Library cardholder in Golden Valley, Robbinsdale, Crystal, New Hope, and St. Louis Park. **Hennepin County Library is...

Tens of Thousands Rally at State Capitol for 'No Kings' Protest; Vikings Legend Joey Browner Dies at 65

No hyperlocal Golden Valley, Robbinsdale, Crystal, New Hope, or St. Louis Park stories today. We'll be back with west metro coverage as it develops. In the meantime, Golden Valley residents should note that **major ro...

'No Kings' Rally Draws Estimated 100,000 to St. Paul Capitol as Minnesotans Protest Nationwide

State legislators are weighing changes to Minnesota's READ Act amid ongoing concerns about student literacy rates across the state. The story, produced through ThreeSixty Journalism's 2026 Capitol Reporting Workshop f...

READ Act debate continues at Capitol; Wild win thriller, Gophers fall in Sweet 16

State legislators are weighing revisions to the READ Act, Minnesota's landmark literacy law, as concerns continue about reading proficiency across the state. The story, produced through MinnPost's ThreeSixty Journalis...

No Kings Rally Brings Hundreds of Officers to St. Paul Saturday; Wild Win Thriller on Last-Second Goal

No Golden Valley-specific stories today, but several Hennepin County developments directly affect west metro residents.

No Kings Rally Expected to Draw 150,000 to St. Paul Saturday; Car Thefts Surge Across Minneapolis

A historical advertisement from the March 24, 1918 Minneapolis Sunday Tribune promoting "Robbinsdale Home Gardens" land tracts has been making the rounds on social media this week. The post offers a fascinating glimps...

Golden Valley Police Chief Search Drags On, Could Cost Taxpayers More

Fatal Hit-and-Run in NE Minneapolis; Gophers Women Advance to Sweet 16

Gophers Women's Basketball Heads to Sweet 16 After Amaya Battle's Buzzer-Beater

Record-Shattering 78°F Hits Twin Cities as March Warmth Rewrites the Books

Annunciation Shooting Survivor to Receive National Honor; Weekend Sports Roundup

Twin Cities Earn JFK Profile in Courage Award; Wild Split Series with Blackhawks

Hennepin County Opens Small Business Recovery Funds; HCMC Seeks Financial Lifeline from Legislators

No Golden Valley-specific stories broke overnight, but two major Hennepin County developments directly affect west metro residents and businesses:

Protests Continue at Federal Building; Light Snow Returns to the Metro

Weekend Blizzard Buries Southern Minnesota; Metro Digs Out as Property Values Surge in Hennepin County

Major Winter Storm Dumps 8-12 Inches on Metro; Snow Emergencies Declared Across Twin Cities

Blizzard Slams Twin Cities: Snow Emergencies Declared, National Guard Activated

Winter Storm Bearing Down on Twin Cities This Weekend; Ant-Man Edwards Drops 42 on Warriors

Minnesota's Weather Authority has issued a Forecast First Alert for this weekend as a significant winter storm moves into the region. Snow begins developing Saturday evening, with the heaviest accumulations expected o...

Massive Snowstorm Forecast for Sunday; Robbinsdale Apartment Fire Displaces Residents

Residents of The Point Apartments on Broadway Ave in Robbinsdale are still dealing with the fallout from a November 30 fire that forced tenants from their building due to extensive damage. Former residents report ongo...

Robbinsdale Apartment Fire Displaces Residents; Minneapolis Mayor Vetoes Eviction Pause

Residents of The Point Apartments on Broadway Ave in Robbinsdale are still dealing with the fallout from a building fire that broke out on November 30, 2025, forcing tenants from their homes due to extensive damage. D...

Robbinsdale Schools Face Contract Fight Amid $20M Accounting Error

Good morning, Golden Valley. Snow chances are creeping back into the forecast after that glorious taste of 60-degree weather over the weekend. Here's what you need to know today.

Snow chances return after 60-degree weekend; Vikings add cornerback James Pierre

Schuler Shoes, a Twin Cities institution with a location on Wayzata Boulevard in Golden Valley, is hosting a featured shopping event highlighted on Twin Cities Live. The family-owned shoe retailer continues to be a st...

Man dies in Golden Valley house fire; woman and officer hospitalized

Metro residents are experiencing what many are calling the "third false spring" of the season. Enjoy the mild stretch while it lasts — this is Minnesota, after all.

Man dies in Golden Valley house fire; woman and officer hospitalized