Dakota County District 1 Candidates Clash Over Budget, Highway 50 Safety, and Data Centers at Farmington Forum

The City of Farmington is asking residents and drivers to weigh in as it begins a citywide study examining speed limits and traffic concerns throughout the community.

A 19-year-old Farmington man has been charged with felony second-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a girl who was 12 at the time of the alleged offenses.

A man has been charged with two felonies after authorities allege he entered a Shakopee tow yard, took an impounded pickup truck and rammed it through a gate, causing thousands of dollars in damage.

A report of a person with a weapon on the grounds of Farmington High School prompted a large emergency response Thursday afternoon, but authorities later determined the suspected weapon was actually a media tripod and that there was no threat to the school.

A Farmington man is facing a felony charge after allegedly jumping onto the running board of his neighbor’s truck, yelling and licking the window before throwing a rubber ball at the vehicle, causing more than $1,800 in damage in Vermillion Township.

Two Farmington residents suffered life-threatening injuries after a Harley-Davidson motorcycle collided with a Toyota RAV4 attempting a U-turn on Highway 3 at Spruce Street in Farmington on June 20, 2026.

A shelter-in-place order in Farmington, Minnesota, was lifted Tuesday night after police responded to a domestic assault incident near 188th Street West and English Avenue. One person was taken into custody and is expected to face misdemeanor domestic assault charges.

Farmington resident Mehdi Badaoui has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to first-degree attempted murder for repeatedly stabbing his wife during a violent domestic assault in April 2025.

Farmington Fire-Rescue is asking for the public’s help following a grass fire reported Thursday afternoon in Farmington.

The Farmington Fire Department recognized two of its members for outstanding service and leadership during the department’s annual awards banquet held Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Glenhaven Events.

A 19-year-old man is facing felony and gross misdemeanor charges in Dakota County after allegedly sending a series of violent and threatening messages to a former girlfriend.

Dakota County Sheriff Joe Leko has announced that he is seeking re-election, highlighting nearly three decades of service with the Dakota County Sheriff’s Office.

Dakota County is inviting community members to step outdoors and get involved in protecting local natural resources by volunteering for its long-running Wetland Health Evaluation Program (WHEP).

A man from Farmington is facing felony charges after allegedly leading police on a short pursuit and later being found in possession of cocaine.

Police have confirmed that a body recovered from the Mississippi River over the weekend is that of a Farmington woman who had been reported missing earlier this year.

Residents in Farmington may notice increased emergency activity near a local pond this week as firefighters conduct specialized cold-water rescue training during the week of March 9th.

A serious crash involving a Farmington Police Department squad car responding to an emergency call left two people injured Monday evening, March 2, 2026.

The City of Farmington will begin controlled burns of emerald ash borer (EAB)–infested ash trees and other invasive woody species starting Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, at Middle Creek Park, located at 20629 East Oaks Drive.

The City of Farmington announced late Thursday morning that Mayor Joshua Hoyt has resigned from his position effective immediately, citing the need to focus on his mental health and well-being.