Abandoned Box Shuts Down MSP Airport’s Terminal 2

The box was not a bomb, but operations came to a halt for two hours.

Man Gets Life Without Parole for Killing Wife, Unborn Child: Crime Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include a man found dead in a car pulled from a burning garage, priest misconduct and a stabbing threat.

‘Catholic Church is a Total Mess’: Residents Angry Over Latest Accusations

While some are waiting to see how the investigations play out, others are frustrated with a church embroiled in controversy over clergy sex abuse accusations.

100 Stories About Gun Violence Since Newtown

We looked at stories from across America in the year since the shootings at Sandy Hook School to try to illustrate the scale of the problem.

Deputies Say Woman Accused Her Mother of Being Satan, Choked Her: Crime Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include a woman shot in an apartment, a couple who left a baby in a car and a kidnapping.

Couple Charged After Leaving Baby in Running Car

Witnesses said the three-month-old child was in the car for at least 45 minutes.

Small Number of Accused Priests Have Far-Flung Influence

Only 30 clerics were on last week’s list of accused priests, but an animated Patch map and interactive timeline illustrate the scope of their time in the ministry.

Take Caution on Ice, Dakota County Reminds Residents

"Ice is unpredictable and never 100 percent safe," says the Minnesota DNR.

Lakeville North Student Killed in Crash: Crime Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include more information on a fatal crash into a pond, a stabbing and a prisoner escape.

Texting Driver Crashes, Deer Smashes Truck: Dakota County Sheriff's Newsletter

The latest from Sheriff Dave Bellows.

Police Seek Armed Robbers, Laptop Thieves and Serial Burglar: Crime Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include a police chief possibly moving to another city.

Teacher Charged With Having Sex With Students In His Home: Crime Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include more info about shooting of doctor and an update on a stowaway.

Pants Thief to Police: "I Know Why You Are Here"

The latest from Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows.

Priest Sexual Abuse Allegations Reported in Suburbs: Crime Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include a man charged for the third time with indecent exposure.

‘Cruella de Vil’ Arrested on Halloween and Woman Convicted of Animal Cruelty: Police and Fire Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include a pedestrian who died after being hit by an SUV and a former deputy convicted of stealing prescription drugs.

'Cruella de Vil' Booked into Dakota County Jail

The latest from Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows.

Father Pleads Guilty in Daughter’s Drowning and Missing Girl Found 5 Miles from Home: Crime Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include a man charged with swindling $137,000 from a company.

Officer-Involved Shooting and Man Indicted for Ex-Girlfriend’s Death

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include a driver charged for texted right before car crash.

Stowaway In New Home and Burger King Bandit: Crime Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities this week include a cheerleader sentenced for prostituting her teammate.

Missing Elk Antlers? Dakota County Sheriff's Office Seeks Owner

Individuals with information can contact the Sheriff's Office through its tip line or Facebook.

Police Investigate Two Deaths, Marijuana Found in Homes: South Metro Crime Roundup

In this week’s South Metro Crime Roundup: Baby delivered at home and police seek robbery suspect.

Upcoming: Mendota Heights Fire Department Open House

The annual event is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 12.

Florida Man Who Scammed Dakota County Seniors Pleads Guilty

Robert Attias pleaded guilty to theft by swindle in for phone scams in 2010.

U of M Student’s Body Found and Church Vandalized

In this week’s South Metro Crime Roundup: Police seek information after hit-and-run crash that left man in critical condition.

Inver Grove Heights Native in Critical Condition after Hit-and-Run in St. Paul

Wade Souster, 32, has head injuries and is hospitalized at Regions Hospital. His family is asking for the public's help, and praying for a recovery.

Inver Grove Heights Police Seek Suspect in Vandalism of Historic Church

Doors were damaged, lanterns were smashed and items were taken as the "little white" church was victimized by activity over the weekend.

Body of Anarae Schunk Found in Lonsdale, Rosemount Police Confirm

Anarae Schunk was last seen by her family on Saturday, Sept. 21.

Mendota Heights Fire Fighters Announce November Dance

The annual dance hits its 65th anniversary this year with a brand new location.

Schunk Family Notified after Body Found in Rural Lonsdale

Authorities have not identified the deceased, as yet, but the family of a missing college student from Burnsville has told FOX 9 that police contacted them about a crime scene in Rice County.

Family, Friends Scouring Dakota County for U Student Who Was Last Seen in Rosemount

Authorities believe Anarae Schunk, 20, of Burnsville is dead after they found a bloody jacket that was punctured by 18 to 20 holes, possibly indicating stab wounds.

Anarae Schunk Is Dead, Police Tell Family

The family of the University of Minnesota student confirmed the news on Facebook on Saturday. She was last seen in Burnsville.

South Metro Crime Rewind: Where is Anarae Schunk?

The timeline of a murder, escape and finally, arrest and charging of two Dakota County residents in Rosemount. But, the case isn't closed until Anarae is found.

Police Searching For Vehicle Used to Flee Homicide Scene

The fatal shooting took place outside Nina's Grill in Burnsville early Sunday morning.

Police Search for Missing Woman Last Seen with Homicide Suspect

Anarae Kristine Schunk was reported missing Monday. Lakeville Police assisted Burnsville police after an alleged homicide at Nina's Grill Sunday.

Another Bomb Threat and Staple Gun Skirmish

This week’s South Metro Crime Roundup includes a local connection to the Navy yard shooting.

Dead Man Found in River and Guilty Plea in Fatal Car Crash

This week’s South Metro Crime Roundup includes a man charged with kidnapping and assault.

Dakota County Police Chiefs to Honor Several Mendota Heights Officers Friday

Officers from departments around Dakota County will be recognized Friday for exceptional work in law enforcement.

Plymouth Man Killed on Future Site of St. Paul Ballpark

The man was crushed by a large piece of concrete as crews from a St. Michael firm worked to raze the old Gillete building in Lowertown.

Body Found Near Mendota Bridge Identified by Hennepin County Examiner

The Dakota County Sheriff's water patrol unit pulled the body from the water in late August. Foul play is not suspected.

Dog Bites and Not Guilty Plea in Drunk-Driving Case

This week’s South Metro Crime Roundup includes a man arrested for vending machine theft and a woman sentenced after a DWI crash.