With the November general election approaching, Dakota County Sheriff Joe Leko and challenger Bobby Lambert, a current sergeant with the Dakota County Sheriff's Office, are sharing their perspectives on leadership, public safety, mental health, transparency and the future of the department.

A 79-year-old Rosemount woman was hospitalized after her Subaru left I-35E near Cliff Road in Eagan, struck a tree, and rolled. Investigation ongoing.

A Shakopee driver could face DWI and criminal vehicular operation charges after a rollover crash on Highway 13 in Eagan injured three people.

A 18-year-old St. Paul woman has been charged with felony theft after allegedly participating in the theft of more than $2,100 worth of merchandise from a Target store in West St. Paul.

A 27-year-old woman faces two felony charges and a misdemeanor DWI charge after allegedly fleeing a Dakota County sheriff's deputy at high speeds before biting a corrections deputy during booking at the Dakota County Jail.

MVTA is seeking public feedback through November 20th to help shape future transit services, improvements, and route expansions in Dakota and Scott counties.

Rosemount Police say there is no evidence of foul play in the death of 23-year-old U of M student Kidus Dereje. The investigation remains ongoing.

Three people were hospitalized following a serious two-vehicle crash on Highway 13 near Blackhawk Road in Eagan Wednesday morning.

A man is facing two felony drug possession charges and two impaired driving-related charges after authorities allegedly discovered methamphetamine and fentanyl inside his vehicle following a reported crash in Inver Grove Heights.

A 24-year-old Lakeville man faces three felony charges, including first-degree criminal sexual conduct and kidnapping, following a Sunday night SWAT response.

Carlos Escamilla faces felony DWI and fleeing charges after an Eagan police pursuit while on probation for a previous felony DWI conviction.

A 19-year-old Burnsville man faces felony charges after allegedly fleeing police on an electric dirt bike. Court records reveal prior convictions and probation.

Ricardo Rydell Walker Jr. receives a 68-month sentence for a West St. Paul armed robbery after a 70-month federal sentence for carjacking and a firearm offense.

Marquis Bettis Sr., 41, faces felony charges after allegedly fleeing Burnsville police. DNA evidence linked him to a loaded handgun found at Alimagnet Park.

A man is facing criminal charges in Dakota County after allegedly selling a counterfeit iPhone 17 Pro Max to a buyer who believed he was purchasing a genuine Apple product, according to a criminal complaint.

A 42-year-old man has been charged with a felony after allegedly damaging several items outside a Lilydale bar and grill, resulting in more than $8,000 in repair and replacement costs, according to a criminal complaint filed in Dakota County.

Five Minnesota residents are among the 2026 USTA Northern award winners, recognized for contributions to tennis, community service, and sportsmanship.

A 71-year-old bicyclist suffered serious injuries after being struck by an SUV at Galaxie Avenue and McAndrews Road in Apple Valley. The driver was cited.

Apple Valley Police say a Tesla racing another vehicle crashed into an SUV on McAndrews Road, injuring two people before striking a fence and catching fire.

Voters in School District 197 will decide on November 3rd, whether to approve a proposed levy that would provide approximately $4.6 million annually to help cover existing school expenses and reduce the need for additional budget cuts.