Same-Sex Marriage Legalized in Richfield, Minnesota

Richfield's legislative delegation voted in favor of legalizing same-sex marriage this past spring.

Gov. Dayton Names Aug. 1 "Freedom to Marry Day"

Minnesota will become the 12th (or 13th, as Rhode Island also joins in) state to recognize same-sex marriages at 12:01 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 1.

Obama Approves Disaster Aid for June Storms

President Obama signed a disaster declaration Thursday.

REPLAY: Richfield City Council July 23, 2013 Meeting

Did you miss the meeting? Have no fear, watch it here.

Richfield Council Votes to Eliminate Local 911 Services

Councilman Tom Fitzhenry was the only member to vote in favor of keeping the service local.

Now You Can Pay Your Richfield Water Bill Online

REPLAY: Richfield HRA July 15, 2013 Meeting

Miss the meeting on Monday? Have no fear, watch it here.

Mayor Named to Board of Inter-City Lobby Group

Debbie Goettel says the appointment will give the city more influence.

REPLAY: Richfield City Council July 9, 2013 Meeting

Did you miss the council meeting Tuesday night? No worries. You can watch a replay here.

McDonald's, Disciplinary Hearing & Liquor Permit: Council Agenda

The Richfield City Council will convene for its regular meeting Tuesday night.

Will Richfield Get Federal Help With Storm Damage?

The storm left nearly half a million Xcel Energy customers without power.

City Task Force Presents Housing Vision Statement

The group's conclusions will be used to steer future developers.

New MN Laws Begin July 1: Big Cig Tax, All-Day Kindergarten

You'll pay an extra $1.50 more starting today for tobacco to help pay for a new Vikings stadium, and parents will have new options for all-day kindergarten.

REPLAY: Richfield Planning Commission June 24, 2013 Meeting

The commission meets the fourth Monday of every month.

WATCH: Keith Ellison Plays the Blues

The 5th District congressman broke out a guitar during an interview on student loan interest rates.

REPLAY: Richfield City Council June 25, 2013 Meeting

Did you miss Tuesday's meeting? Have no fear, watch it here!

Your Take: U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down DOMA

'Whoo hoo!' wrote one commenter on the Richfield Patch Facebook Page.

Supreme Court Strikes Down DOMA, Dismisses Prop 8

Richfield U.S. House Rep. Keith Ellison took to Twitter Wednesday to share his pride in the court's decision.

Honda Redevelopment, Housing Discussions & Awards: Council Agenda

The Richfield City Council meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month.

Richfield Mayor Goettel Joins Other Mayors in Celebrating New LGA Formula

KARE11's report focused on Richfield.

Star Tribune: Richfield Will Take Another Month to Decide Fate of City's 911 Service

The delay will allow for more public comment and a chance to see bids from Bloomington and Edina, the newspaper reported.

REPLAY: Richfield City Council June 11, 2013 Meeting

In case you missed Tuesday's council meeting, replay it here.

Prosecutors Charge Jonathan Bello-Sanchez with Murder at 16th Avenue Richfield House

Police found Fernando Leon-Celis, 20, dead of gunshot wounds on June 8, 2013.

Lakewinds Store, 911 Dispatch on Tuesday's Council Agenda

Will Lakewinds Natural Foods get it's final planned unit development approval? Will Richfield decide to keep 911 dispatch services in house? These topics and more will be discussed by the Richfield City Council this week.

Human Rights Commission Names 2013 'Outstanding Citizen' Award Winner

The award will be presented at the June 25 Richfield City Council meeting.

Star Tribune: Richfield Must Decide by June 15 Whether to Keep City's 911 Dispatch

Eight dispatchers would be offered jobs with Hennepin County, according to the Star Tribune.

Share Feedback on First Hennepin County Pedestrian Plan

The county has posted the draft pedestrian plan online and is asking for public feedback May 31 through July 15, 2013.

County to Start Accepting Same-Sex Marriage License Requests June 6

The recently passed same-sex marriage law will go into effect Aug. 1.

Funds Coming Richfield's Way Rise under New Local Government Aid (LGA) Formula

The amount of LGA money that Richfield is due will increase in 2014 by almost 60 percent, now that the Minnesota Legislature has set the dollar amounts cities can expect.

(VIDEO) Sen. Torres-Ray Shares Reasonings for Supporting Same-Sex Marriage in Spanish

For the first time on the Senate floor, Richfield Sen. Patricia Torres-Ray uses her native tongue to explain why she supports same-sex marriage.

(UPDATED): Torres-Ray: Proposed Exemptions to MN Gay Marriage Bill 'Against Our Democracy'

Sen. Patricia Torres-Ray, who represents Richfield, spoke against a proposed amendment to the Minnesota same-sex marriage bill, that would've allowed exceptions to people whose religious beliefs don't recognize gay unions.

Richfield Senators Vote 'Yes' on Same-Sex Marriage Bill

The Senate approved the measure and it will now move to Gov. Mark Dayton's desk for his signature.

Replay: Video of Same-Sex Marriage Debate, Vote at MN Senate

The Senate approved the bill in a 37-30 vote Monday afternoon. The governor is scheduled to sign it into law at 5 p.m. Tuesday.

UPDATED: Slocum Votes 'Yes' on Same-Sex Marriage Bill

Minnesota could be the 12th state to pass same-sex marriage legislation.

3 Years, 3 Months Behind Bars for Ex-City Staffer on Child Porn Conviction

Scott Andrew Bradley of Oakdale, who once worked as communications coordinator for the City of Richfield, got the maximum sentence, according to the St. Paul Pioneer Press.

More Craft Beers, Painting Underway: Liquor Store Remodel Update

The project began on April 1.

Crews Work on Gas, Sewer Line Replacement: Penn Avenue Reconstruction Update

The project area is just north of Richfield on Penn Avenue.

VIDEO: Same-Sex Marriage Bill Passes Minnesota Senate Finance Committee

The bill is poised to move to the floors of the Minnesota House and Senate.

Registration for City-Wide Garage Sale Ends Tuesday

The annual event will take place May 16-18.

VIDEO: Richfield City Council April 23, 2013 Meeting

If you missed Tuesday's regular meeting, watch the replay here.