Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty Announces She Won't Seek Re-Election, Setting Up a High-Stakes Race

June 27, 2026 · 21 sources

Golden Valley & West Metro

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty bows out: Mary Moriarty, the reform-minded former chief public defender who took office in 2023, has announced she will not seek another term. Her unexpected departure is setting off a fierce race to replace her as the county's top prosecutor—a role that heavily impacts judicial and public safety proceedings across Golden Valley, Crystal, New Hope, and the broader west metro.
South Korean star dominates at Hazeltine: Over in Chaska, Ina Yoon stretched her lead at the Women’s PGA Championship, shooting a 3-under 69 to sit five strokes ahead of the second-place pack following another strong showing from South Korean golfers.
Eden Prairie firefighters honored for heroic rescue: Four Eden Prairie firefighters were recognized by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Minnesota with a national award for saving an infant from a burning townhome two years ago.

City Council hits pause on data centers: The Minneapolis City Council voted 7-5 to temporarily halt the development of data centers for the next six months to study community impacts. The pause is facing pushback from the local business community, which argues the move hurts efforts to boost a slumping downtown economy.
Police staffing and discipline scrutinized: A judge has ordered the Minneapolis mayor to meet the city charter's police staffing requirements, which mandate a force of at least 0.0017 officers per resident. Meanwhile, a new analysis reveals that Minneapolis Police leadership chose "coaching" over formal discipline in 45% of recent misconduct cases, leaving the public in the dark about the rationale behind those decisions.
Historic bathhouse ban repealed: The Minneapolis City Council voted to repeal a 1988 ban on bathhouses and sex venues that was originally implemented at the height of the AIDS epidemic. The repeal arrives just as the city kicks off its 53rd annual Twin Cities Pride Festival, which will feature a massive parade and numerous free events this weekend.
Pride events cater to seniors: For older residents who find the massive Pride parade too physically demanding, the annual "Older and Bolder" luncheon offered a unique, accessible way to celebrate Pride week in the Twin Cities.

Westbound I-94 closure snarls east metro traffic: If your weekend plans take you through the east metro, plan for a detour. A section of westbound Interstate 94 from St. Paul to Maplewood is closed for the weekend, having shut down at 10 p.m. on Friday with plans to reopen by 5 a.m. on Monday.
Green Line train collision injures one: Metro Transit officials are investigating a crash that occurred just before 4 p.m. on Friday involving a Green Line light rail train at the Raymond Avenue Station. One person was injured in the collision.
Ramsey County detox center changes hands: Meridian Behavioral Health is officially taking over operations at the Ramsey County detox center, a transition aimed at reshaping care for residents navigating substance use crises.
Red, White & BOOM! returns: St. Paul is gearing up for its Red, White & BOOM! festivities. Residents can look forward to the city's major Independence Day celebration as July 4th quickly approaches.

Twins walk it off: The Minnesota Twins secured a thrilling 9-8 victory over the Colorado Rockies in 10 innings at Target Field on Friday night, but not without some late-game anxiety. Royce Lewis saved the day with a walk-off RBI single up the middle after the Twins completely blew a 7-run lead.
Timberwolves shake up the roster: The Timberwolves' blockbuster trade for LaMelo Ball—which sends fan-favorite Naz Reid packing—has left fans wondering if the new backcourt pairing will unlock the next level of superstardom for Anthony Edwards.
Wild brass and prospects shine: Minnesota Wild General Manager Bill Guerin was named the 2025–26 Jim Gregory General Manager of the Year Award winner, becoming the first Wild executive to take home the honor. In related news, Moorhead native and University of Minnesota freshman Wyatt Cullen was selected 10th overall by the Nashville Predators in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft.
Loons on World Cup break: Minnesota United is still in the middle of a lengthy MLS break as the global soccer world focuses on the World Cup. The Loons resumed practices this week at the National Sports Center in Blaine to stay sharp during the downtime.

Dangerous heat descends on the metro: City officials are urging Minneapolis and metro residents to prepare now for a dangerous stretch of extreme heat moving into the area early next week. Forecasts indicate the sweltering conditions could also bring the threat of severe storms, so make sure your home is ready and keep an eye on vulnerable neighbors.

Rep. Tom Emmer faces backlash for remarks: U.S. Rep. Tom Emmer is drawing sharp criticism following recent comments about Somali Minnesotans. The congressman stated that Somali immigrants who fail to assimilate into American culture "should go the hell back to where they came from."
Mike Lindell eyes Governor's mansion: MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell continues to push discredited 2020 election theories while actively seeking Donald Trump’s endorsement for a potential gubernatorial run. Lindell remains steadfast in his political ambitions as the next election cycle looms.