A family was displaced Wednesday afternoon, June 3, 2026, after a residential structure fire caused significant damage to a home in the 9900 block of Upper 205th Street West.

The Dakota County Drug Task Force is warning residents after 23 suspected overdoses and two suspected fatal overdoses were reported between May 29 and June 2. Officials believe fentanyl may be present in the local drug supply and are urging residents to carry Narcan and recognize overdose warning signs.

A Lakeville man has been convicted and sentenced in Dakota County District Court in connection with a criminal sexual conduct case involving a juvenile.

Luke Hellier has announced his campaign for re-election, highlighting what he describes as a strong record of public safety investments, responsible growth, and efforts to maintain a high quality of life in the city.

Peace Corps officials announced that Jaclyn Baudhuin of Lakeville has been accepted into the program and is scheduled to depart for Botswana on May 3, where she will begin training as a business development specialist.

Three people were transported to the hospital following a head-on crash in Lakeville on March 5, according to the Lakeville Police Department.

Solus Fix, founded in May 2025 by Ollie Sonterre and Telden Tran, is a Lakeville-based handyman service built on reliability, strong communication, and practical solutions for everyday homeowners.

A Rosemount man who violently assaulted and terrorized a woman during a prolonged attack near Parkview Elementary School has been sentenced to jail time and probation following a felony conviction.

Administrators at Lakeville Area Schools (ISD 194) are proposing comprehensive K–8 attendance-area boundary changes, effective for the 2026–27 school year, citing uneven enrollment, rapid residential growth in certain neighborhoods, and the need for long-term capacity planning.

Lakeville Mayor Luke Hellier is urging unity, civility, and respect after the Lakeville City Council approved plans for the city’s first mosque.