Boys Age 13, 14 Arrested for Stealing $150 of Clothes from J.C. Penney

The Edina Police Department's Crime Activity Report for July 22-28.

Sprinkler System Extinguishes Fire at York Avenue Apartment Building

The Edina Fire Department shared statistics showing that sprinkler systems dramatically reduce the risk of death by fire.

Boy Dies After Hit By Car and Man Holds Date Captive

This week’s stories include a father and toddler injured by fleeing robbery suspect and a anger over a pet store.

Edina Woman, 22, Arrested After Loud Party Call

The Edina Police Department's Crime Activity Report for July 15-21.

Edina Man Detained for Holding Online Date Captive in Car

The Edina man had planned to go to the Mall of America with his date but changed his mind, saying, "Let's just go to my place and watch movies instead."

In Blood Drive 'Battle,' Edina Police Think of Officer Saved by 120 Pints

The Edina Police Department is looking to repeat its victory in the "Battle of the Badges" blood drive.

A Smothered Infant and a Dog Hit with a Sledgehammer: West Metro Police and Fire Report

This week’s compilation includes apartment fires, a Bachmann aide arrested on suspicion of theft, a submerged squad car and more.

'Less Abrasive' Policing Program: Edina Giving Warnings for Minor Violations

A program started in January has yielded 422 non-ticketed warnings for small public safety violations such as driving with snow on your windshield.

Missing Edina Man, Mr. Movies Founder Located

David Kaiser had just opened a cafe in Victor, MT before vanishing.

Edina's Police Chief, Looking for 'Younger Demographic,' Joins Twitter

Edina Police Chief Jeff Long said the service would help him communicate more quickly with residents.

Baby Seat, Sunglasses Stolen from Parked Car on Fuller Street

The Edina Police Department's Crime Activity Report for July 8-15.

Apartments Burn and Decay in Tree That Killed Woman: West Metro Police and Fire Report

This week’s compilation includes a man who died after his motorcycle hit an antelope and police ask for help finding men connected to rape case.

Stolen Jewelry and $2,000 in Tools: Blotter

The Edina Police Department's Crime Activity Report for July 1-7.

Damaged Home, 5 Elevator Rescues and Dead Tree: Edina Fire Calls

A look at the Edina Fire Department's calls for June 2013. Firefighters responded to 440 incidents.

Edina Man Sentenced For Growing Marijuana

Wright County deputies found marijuana plants growing at a second residence in Otsego.

Edina Native Goes Missing in Montana

David Kaiser had just opened a cafe in Victor, MT before vanishing.

Shooting Death, Accent Signage Lawsuit and Prostitution Charges: West Metro Police and Fire Report

This week’s selections include the continuing search for a missing woman, church vandalism and residential burglaries.

Blotter: Thieves Hit Construction Site Twice

The Edina Police Department's Crime Activity Report for June 24-30.

Bar Incident: ‘I’m Rich, You’re Poor’

An Edina man's card was declined at Wild Bill’s, according to Woodbury police.

Blotter: Theft of $600 in Teeth-Whitening Products

The Edina Police Department's Crime Activity Report for June 17-23.

Stranger Rapes, Garage Fire and Lawyer Disbarred: West Metro Police and Fire Report

This week’s selections include a woman police say used Facebook to harass a stranger about an affair, a car fire on video and an identity theft conviction.

Two-Alarm Fire Scorches Edina Garage

A resident was woken in the middle of the night by the smoke detector.

Court Disbars Edina Lawyer Who Stole $68K from Vulnerable Adults

Terri A. Hauge had been practicing law since 1980.

Lightning Leads to House Fires and Assaults Reported on Trails: West Metro Police and Fire Report

This week’s compilation includes rewards offered for two Golden Valley murders, person uses deck for urinal and man found with hashish.

Metropolitan Mosquito District Grounds Sprayers after Wednesday's Fatal Crash

A St. Charles man who took off from Eden Prairie's Flying Could Airport was killed near the Oakdale/Maplewood border Tuesday morning. Now, authorities are calling off spraying sortes despite the fact health officials are warning of a buggy summer.

Hundreds Lose Power around Edina Overnight

Crews expect to restore power shortly before 8 a.m.

$1,500 in iPads, Music Equipment Stolen from St. Peter's Lutheran Church

A $1,500 bike was also stolen from Weber Park, and $1,400 worth of watches were stolen from the Coach store at the Galleria.

Edina Broker Gets Four Years for Role in $20M Mortgage Fraud

Derrick Ivan Lance pleaded guilty to false mortgage loan applications.

Report Blames CenterPoint for 2010 Edina House Explosion

The investigation found that natural gas traveled through the soil and into the Arden Avenue home

Murder Sentence, Ponzi Scheme and Death investigation: West Metro Police and Fire Report

This week’s compilation includes a McDonald’s robbery, speeding stop leads to burglary suspects and seat-belt tickets.

Suspect Smashes Laundry Equipment, Makes Off with $200 in Cash

Edina Police also arrested a pair of 13-year-old girls who tried to steal $125 in clothing from the Southdale Center jcpenney store.

Princess Soft Owner Gets a Year in Prison for Failure to Pay Taxes

Kim Robert Calkins admitted failing to pay employment taxes that had been withheld from paychecks at the Edina company.

Edina Police Issue 130 Tickets in Seat Belt Campaign

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety's "Click it or Ticket" campaign cited 10,342 motorists between May 20 and June 2.

Backpack Loaded with Electronics Stolen at Galleria Starbucks

Edina Police also responded to the 6300 block of Virginia Avenue on a report of threatening messages on Facebook.

Attempted ATM Break-in, Plant Thievery and Egging a Church: West Metro Police and Fire Report

This week’s selections include a fatal shooting death at home, alleged perfume pilfery and reaction to a cheerleader prostitution case.

Edina Police to Receive Award for Actions During Duplex Fire

Officer David Boosalis and Sgt. Dan Conboy helped people out of a burning duplex in September.

Edina Fire Department Calls: May 2013

A look at the Edina Fire Department's calls for service from the past month.

Edina Police Hosting Free Firearm Classes

The department will be holding a pair of classes aimed at encouraging responsible firearm ownership on June 18 and July 11.

Report: Blacks in Hennepin Co. Much More Likely to Be Arrested for Marijuana

Analysis by the American Civil Liberties Union finds a big difference in black and white arrest rates despite similar usage rates.

Police Seeking Help Locating Suspect in Attempted ATM Theft

At about 8:20 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15, an unidentified man attempted to break into an ATM inside of a bank near the intersection of 69th Street and France Avenue.