Blotter: July 18 through July 24

A weekly selection of incidents drawn from Hopkins police files.

Authorities Issue Warrant for Hopkins Man Wanted in Eagan High-Speed Chase

Charles Lamont Bryant is accused of cocaine possession, fleeing a police officer and being a felon in possession of a firearm.

Summer Meals Bring Sense of Community to Alice Smith

The program offers free, hot meals to all children.

Feds to Hopkins: Get in Line

HUD, FHA mandated that Hopkins change Marketplace & Main agreements.

Preliminary City Budget Proposes 2.43 Percent Levy Increase

The effect on a typical tax bill isn't yet known.

(VIDEO) How Do I Clean My Dog in the Summer?

Keep ticks and infections away during the heat.

Eisenhower Class of 1981 Celebrates 30-Year Reunion

The reunion took place July 16.

(GALLERY) Hopkins Children Enjoy Lunch With Local Officers

The officers stopped by the summer lunch program Tuesday at Alice Smith Elementary.

Hopkins Post Office Avoids Closure Study

The Postal Service is studying 3,700 post offices for possible closure.

Hopkins Legion Baseball Advances To State Tourney

Hopkins went 3-2 at the District 10 tournament over the weekend

The Shutdown: Looking Back

Nearly one week later, news outlets across the country are still analyzing the closure.

XinXing Students Claim Top Chinese Proficiency Scores

The students were the best in the state on this year's Youth Chinese Test.

2011-2012 Arts Center Concert Tickets On Sale Aug. 1

The center has a line-up of 16 concerts.

Reasons to Participate: July 25

A weekly look at happenings in your local government

Highway 169 To Temporarily Close This Weekend

MnDOT will close 169 between County Road 62 and Excelsior Boulevard for bridge demolition.

(GALLERY) Hopkins Girls Soccer Teams Compete At USA Cup

Under-9 and Under-15 squads took part in international competition at Blaine's National Sports Center.

Cheapest Gas: July 23

A weekly roundup of cheap gas prices in the west metro.

House Hunt: July 23-24

A quick look at select local open houses scheduled for this weekend.

Hopkins Grad Pushes City For Domestic Partner Registry

Peter Boisclair says the registry would be a stand for 'civil rights.'

(GALLERY) Children Dance Along With The Teddy Bear Band

The band visited Downtown Park on Thursday for Music in the Park.

(VIDEO) Now The Fight Begins Over How to Prevent Future Shutdowns

A Republican plan would continue funding at previous levels if there's no budget agreement.

Suburban Square: A Phoenix From the Ashes

The Shady Oak Road shopping center rebounds from a May 2009 fire.

Letter to the Editor: Thanks for a Wonderful Raspberry Festival

The parade's grand marshal has 'never been so proud of' her community.

DNR Ramps Up To Full Operations

As of Thursday, 11 state parks are fully open, and 15 parks are partially open.

Do You Have What it Takes To Be A School Board Director?

School Board Vice Chairwoman Betsy Scheurer shares advice for prospective candidates.

Minnetonka to Sue MnDOT Over Bren Road?

The Highway 169/Bren Road interchange project closed during the government shutdown.

(VIDEO) Atlantis Lands Successfully, NASA's Space Shuttle Program Officially Ends

Space Shuttle Atlantis landed early Thursday morning and officially marked the end of the the 30-year program.

Public Transit Escapes Worst Cuts

Met Council no longer plans fare increases, large service cuts.

Get Out: July 21

A weekly look at things to do over the weekend.

(VIDEO) How Do I Sail Like a Pirate?

Small pirates set sail on Lake Calhoun.

Hopkins Legislators Glad Shutdown Over, Unhappy With Legislation

Both say state is delaying the inevitable.

Hopkins Maneuvers Around State to Keep Inspections Going

Master or journeyman electricians can now perform the work that once required the state's hand.

The Shutdown is Over

Dayton signed the bills Wednesday morning, ending the 20-day shutdwon

(AUDIO) 'The Cultivation of Raspberries' Returns to Hopkins

Reproductions of the historic mural are available for sale.

Eight Bills Down, Four to Go

The Legislature passed eight bills as of 1 a.m.; Dayton won't sign any until all 12 are passed.

New City Manager to Start Aug. 22

Mike Mornson will be paid $115,000.

(VIDEO) Shutdown update: Five bills sent to governor

Dayton won't sign any of the bills until the Legislature passes all 12.

Blotter: July 11 through July 17

A weekly selection of incidents drawn from Hopkins police files.

Dayton's Office: 'Be Ready'

Each state agency will have its own process for resuming operations.

(UPDATED) Governor Calls Special Session

The shutdown could soon be over.