Illinois Men Plead Guilty To Smuggling Tobacco Into Minnesota

The amount of untaxed tobacco products seized was the largest known seizure of such products in Minnesota history, according to authorities.

Forest Lake Police Department Is 'Saved'

Reportedly "successful negotiations" took place Wednesday night between the city of Forest Lake and the city's police officers union.

'Hostile Mob' Present As Forest Lake Voted To Disband Police

With hundreds of frustrated residents present, the Forest Lake City Council voted to disband its police force Monday.

Hot Summer Jobs In The East Twin Cities Metro Area

College graduates, intern seekers, professionals and others in the Twin Cities, the Patch Jobs Board has thousands of listings.

Stillwater School Closings: 834 VOICE Asks For State Supreme Court Review

A local non-profit made up of parents and community members in Independent School District 834 ​has petitioned the Minnesota Supreme Court.

Washington County Charter School Receives $175,000 Grant

Start-up funding from the Federal Charter School Program has been awarded to Grove Elementary: A Marine Area Community School.

Stillwater Teen, 14, Commits Suicide

Colin Morrissey was 14 years old when he decided to take his own life on April 11, 2017.

Stillwater Educators Protest: 'Teachers Are Not Being Heard'

Around 50 teachers signed a recent letter to the school board criticizing a Stillwater Area High School​​ construction project.

National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day: Washington County

The Washington County authorities are partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration for National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.

2 Washington County Schools Placed On Modified Lockdown

Two students were brought to the Washington County juvenile detention center for probation violations following an incident Thursday.

Mounds Park Academy Expands Transit To Stillwater, Woodbury

Mounds Park Academy has announced its expansion of bus services to neighborhoods in Stillwater and Woodbury.

Stillwater High​ School Ranked Among State's Best: U.S. News And World Report

Stillwater High School is one of the best high schools in Minnesota in 2017, according to U.S. News and World Report.

Kidnapping Charges: Man Abducted Woman In Washington County

Washington County authorities filed kidnapping charges against a man Monday in an alleged April 20 attempted abduction.

1st Woman With Down Syndrome To Compete In Miss USA State Pageant

Minnesota native Mikayla Holmgren will become the first woman with Down syndrome to compete in a Miss USA state pageant.

St. Croix River Boat Crash: Missing Boater Identified

The Washington County Sheriff's Office said it has marked the crashed boat as a safety hazard and is to be removed by the owner.

Target Transforms Into Mario Kart

The Minneapolis-based company has transformed its stores to offer "larger-than-life" Mario action.

Minnesota Orchestra Performs At Stillwater Area High School

Stillwater's 9-12 grade music students were treated to a visit by the Minnesota Orchestra this week.

Alleged Check Forger Is Caught: Stillwater City Officials

A man wanted by police is now in custody, according to Stillwater city officials.

Stillwater High School To Honor Distinguished Alumni

They will be honored for a "lifetime of distinction."

Stillwater Senior Wins Honors At Music Competition [Video]

Stillwater senior Collin Jinks took first place in the piano division at the Music Teachers National Association​ competition.

Yoga Strategies Bringing Calm To Stillwater Area Classrooms

More than 30 Stillwater Area Public School teachers have volunteered to take part in an opportunity called Yoga Calm.

Short-Term Rentals, Like Airbnb, Are Topic Of Stillwater Meeting

Are you interested in whether Stillwater will allow short-term vacation rentals in the city? This meeting is for you.

Warning: Washington County Sheriff’s Office Reports Scam

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office received a call recently for service regarding a scam.

Body Found In Mississippi Identified: Washington County

On Saturday, the Washington County Sheriff's Office responded to a call of a body located in the Mississippi River near Grey Cloud Island.

Stillwater Students Win Gold At SkillsUSA

Stillwater swept the Employment Application Process competition.

Stillwater Lift Bridge To Close For Testing, Maintenance

Highway 36/64 motorists crossing the Stillwater Lift Bridge in downtown Stillwater may encounter delays.

Man Charged In Crash That Killed Single Mother

A single mother from Hudson, Wisconsin was killed in a Washington County crash in early 2016.

Court Affirms Stillwater Board’s Decision To Close Schools

In a statement, Stillwater Area Public School officials said they "appreciate the Court’s consideration of this issue."

Stillwater: Check Out 30 Restaurant Jobs In The Twin Cities

From Apple Valley to Minneapolis to Woodbury, here are 30 restaurant job openings in the Twin Cities metro.

Washington County Commemorates Crime Victims’ Rights Week

Washington County observances National Crime Victims’ Rights Week by honoring crime victims and those who advocate on their behalf.​

Aspen Equipment named new PALFINGER PAL Pro Mechanic’s Trucks Distributor

Aspen Equipment announced today that it has become an authorized sales & service provider for the PALFINGER line of Mechanics Bodies

St. Croix Valley Community Tackles Depression With Humor

A community conversation took a lighthearted look at a heavyweight subject on Tuesday.

Oakdale Motorcyclist Killed In Crash After Highway Chase

Video shows how a highway pursuit near Forest Lake led to a deadly motorcycle crash Tuesday.

Washington County Massage Parlor Was Site Of Prostitution: Charges

Authorities have revoked the license of a Washington County massage parlor after an employee there was charged with prostitution.​

30 Information And Technology Job Openings In Stillwater Area

The Twin Cities metro is exploding with job openings at information and technology companies. Check out recent postings here.

Cottage Grove Man Premeditated The Murder Of His Wife: Charges

A Twin Cities man has been charged with trying to find a hitman online to kill his wife before killing her himself and staging a suicide.

Helicopter Shined Lights On Washington County Homes: Police Report

A police officer had a difficult time trying to pull over a helicopter in Washington County Wednesday.

Stillwater's Lakeview Named In Top 100 Hospitals In U.S.

A new study lists Stillwater's Lakeview Hospital as one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals.

Mille Lacs Walleye Season Will Again Be Catch-And-Release Only

The DNR said the move is to ensure the conservation of the lake’s future walleye spawning stock.

Washington County Considers Changing Potentially Offensive Lake Name

Should the official name of this lake in Washington County be changed?