Possible Assault Being Investigated After Woman Found Along Road in Prior Lake

Authorities are investigating a possible assault after a woman was found in Prior Lake Sunday along the side of County Road 42 near Conroy Street.

Amy Senser's Attorney Files For Appeal, Asks for Her Release From Shakopee Prison

Defense attorney Eric Nelson filed a notice of appeal of Amy Senser's conviction with the Minnesota Court of Appeals on Friday, Aug. 10.

Local Resident on Lockdown During Downtown Minneapolis Bomb Threat

Joanne Koenig of the Savage/Prior Lake area was on lockdown during a bomb threat incident downtown Minneapolis Friday.

Savage Man Charged with Helping to Sell Heroin Arrested Again

Zachary Michael Hirsch was arrested July 30 by Scott County authorities in connection with a heroin-related case.

Former Hermantown Coach Pleads Not Guilty to Providing Alcohol to Minors

Kyle Gordan Ernst, 26, is facing one count of gross misdemeanor furnishing alcohol to someone under the age of 21.

Recently Arrested Shakopee Man Used as Example of Sex Trafficking Problem

A story about Minneapolis leaders demanding the end to a website's "adult services" section highlighted a Shakopee man accused of sex trafficking.

Early Morning Fire Damages Shakopee Home

Authorities said the cause of the fire was an overloaded electrical cord.

Authorities Launch Search in Afternoon Burglary Attempt in Shakopee

Shakopee police mounted a search Thursday afternoon for a person who attempted to break into a home with children present, according to Shakopee police.

Body Found in Minnesota River Identified

The body of a man found deceased in the Minnesota River Tuesday in Savage has been identified, authorities said.

Authorities Say Alcohol a Factor in Truck/Boat Rollover Crash Tuesday Night

There were no injuries in the crash on Marystown Road, Scott County Sheriff's Office officials said.

Update: Body Recovered in Search for Missing Man in Savage

Authorities said they recovered a body from the Minnesota River at about 1:45 p.m. today.

Savage Police Close Case on Injured Pit Bull, Call Incident Accidental

Proof of Cesar running loose, bloody paws showing the pit bull crossed a busy street and a vet's report, led Savage police to close the case, they said Monday.

Animal Rescue Group Disagrees With Savage Police in Case of Injured Pit Bull

Midwest Animal and Rescue Services: it is our opinion that (Cesar the pit bull's) injuries are not consistent with an automobile impact.

Savage Police Say Injured Pit Bull Not Abducted or Beaten

The writing on Cesar's back stating, "Back Off Bob" remains unexplained, police said.

Attempted Break-ins Have Southbridge Homeowners Speaking Up

On July 19 and July 21 there were attempted break-ins at three residences in the Southbridge neighborhood.

Update: Savage Police Seek Leads in Attack on Pitbull

Police are offering a reward to anyone with information that leads to the arrest of the people involved in the dog attack.

Scott County Sheriff's Newsletter: Four Employees Deploy to Afghanistan

In May, four Scott County Corrections Officers deployed to Afghanistan for a year.

Senser Spends Birthday in Shakopee Prison

Amy Senser turned 46 years old on Friday, spending her first birthday in prison since being sentenced for the hit and run crash that killed a Minneapolis chef, according to a report by KAAL-TV News.

Updated: Shakopee Man Injured in Boat Crash on Lake Vermilion

The crash happened on Lake Vermilion near Cook.

Update: Four Injured in Shakopee Electrical Incident Identified

The four, who work for Shakopee Public Utilities: Jay Abrahamson, 40, Cody Schuett, 30, Matthew Griebel, 27, and Ryan Wermerskirchen, 26.

Shakopee Townhouse Fire Ruled Accidental

An 8-year-old playing with a lighter started the blaze, fire officials said.

Abandoned Farmhouse Burns to the Ground

"It’s a suspicious fire, I’ll tell you that," said Shakopee Fire Chief Rick Coleman.

Pilot Suffers Minor Injuries in Eden Prairie Plane Crash

A vintage Russian jet was destroyed after crashing Thursday morning as it attempted to land for this weekend's annual air show, the Star Tribune is reporting.

Updated: Fire Destroys Townhomes in Shakopee

Two people were transported by ambulance for treatment, including one resident and one firefighter, officials said.

After Evicted From Shakopee Motel, Convicted Sex Offender Found Illegally in Burnsville, Police Say

The man – who was convicted of criminal sexual conduct in 1991, 1997 and 1999 – is required to register as a level three sex offender.

Shakopee Man Facing Added Felony Criminal Sex Charges

Raul Mascorro is accused of additional charges of criminal sexual conduct and possessing child pornography.

Firefighters Battle Explosion and Fire Monday Night at Koda Energy

It is unknown at this time what caused the explosion and fire, said Shakopee Fire Capt. Tom Pitschneider.

Missing Items? Try Shakopee Police

If you can't seem to find your bicycle, Garmin GPS, or safe with stamps, coins and jewelry inside, the Shakopee police might just have them.

Cops Accelerate Effort to Catch Speeding Motorists Through July

A motorist traveling at 65 miles per hour compared to 55 mph will save only 1 minute and 41 seconds on a 10 mile trip.

Amy Senser Sentenced to Prison – in Shakopee

According to KSTP-TV News, Senser arrived at the Shakopee prison on Monday afternoon.

Updated: Fire Destroys Home Near Shakopee

There were reports of a possible explosion prior to smoke and flames.

Crime Mapping Comes to Shakopee

Shakopee Police Chief: This is a great tool for our residents to obtain public information about their neighborhood.

New Hazardous Weather Outlook Posted For Shakopee, Scott County

Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected after 4 p.m. today for Shakopee and Scott County.

Update: Message from Belle Plaine Police About Storm Damage

Reports have been received of multiple trees and power lines down.

Update: Hermantown Golf Coach Accused of Furnishing Alcohol to Minors

The coach was staying in Shakopee with student athletes for the state golf tourney, police say.

Heroin: Sam's Story

Living with two roommates, Sam said they all had the same goal: Get as messed up as they could at night and then work together the next day.

Shakopee Woman Faces New Fraud Charges in Dakota County

Police say Yer Thao used a resident's identity to open new credit card accounts, stole the cards from the victim's mailbox and used them to buy things.

PHOTOS: Tornado Damage Near Belle Plaine

The Scott County Sheriff's Office was nice enough to share the photos they snapped after the weak tornado came through Sunday night.

Alarming Heroin Incidents Prompt Meeting in Shakopee

The upcoming FISH meeting will focus on educating citizens about heroin.

Scott County Storm Prompting Tornado Warning Causes Damage

Power outages were being reported in some parts of eastern Shakopee Sunday night.