A Minneapolis man has been charged with felony second-degree assault after allegedly stabbing a Rosemount resident in the chest during a confrontation inside a home on May 22, 2026. Court documents detail the alleged attack, witness statements, and the suspect's extensive criminal history.

The City of Rosemount is launching a free Infant Formula Water Program beginning July 1, 2026, providing eligible households with infants a complimentary water filter pitcher and a one-year supply of replacement filters.

A St. Paul man suffered serious injuries Saturday afternoon after a motorcycle crash at the intersection of 145th Street West and County Road 42 in Rosemount.

A Rosemount woman is facing a felony charge after authorities say she drove away from a traffic stop despite being warned not to drive because her license was revoked.

A Minneapolis man is facing a felony first-degree carjacking charge in Dakota County after authorities allege he threatened a man with a knife, assaulted him, stole his vehicle from a salvage yard in Rosemount, and later led officers on a multi-agency pursuit through several metro communities before crashing in West St. Paul.

Helicopter mosquito control treatments are set to resume across the Twin Cities metro on Friday, as officials work to control early-season mosquito populations following a brief weather-related delay.

A Rosemount man has now been formally charged in connection with a shots-fired incident last week, after investigators say he fired a handgun at another driver during a confrontation at an intersection.

Rosemount Police announce that a suspect has been arrested in connection with last week’s reported shooting in Rosemount, following a coordinated law enforcement operation that led to a heightened police presence in the area.

A 49-year-old man with prior felony convictions is facing a felony firearm charge in Dakota County after police say he was found carrying a loaded revolver during a trespassing call at a Rosemount business.

A single-story home in Rosemount sustained significant damage after a fast-moving fire broke out late Sunday morning, prompting a large emergency response and temporary evacuation of a neighboring residence.

Police in Rosemount are investigating a report of shots being fired on Friday evening after officers located evidence of a discharged firearm in a residential area.

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).

The City of Rosemount has appointed Carson Thomas as its new police chief after six months serving in the interim role, city officials announced Tuesday.

The Rosemount Police Department has officially launched a new drone program, joining a growing number of law enforcement agencies across the Twin Cities metro that are using unmanned aerial technology to support public safety operations.

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

As emergency crews continue to respond to crashes, fires, and emergency situations across the south metro, a growing and dangerous trend is putting first responders, victims, other personnel, and emergency equipment at risk: drivers ignoring road closures and attempting to drive through active emergency scenes.

Wolfpack Retreat provides dog boarding and daycare services in a family setting, complete with a fully fenced backyard and a cage-free home environment.

Residents of Farmington, Hastings, and Rosemount will have the opportunity to trade in gently used sports gear and pick up new-to-them equipment during the annual Sports Equipment Swap on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

High school students interested in law enforcement and public safety have an opportunity to go behind the scenes this spring as registration has opened for the 2026 Teen Police Academy, a free program jointly hosted by the Apple Valley Police Department and the Rosemount Police Department.