A train derailed near Highway 13 and Dakota Avenue in Savage, Minnesota, Sunday evening. Empty grain cars were involved, with no injuries or environmental hazards reported.

One man was seriously injured and another was taken into custody after a shooting near 143rd Street and Utica Avenue in Savage on September 2nd, 2026.

Six South Metro officers were among Minnesota’s DWI Enforcement All-Stars honored at a Twins game after making 348 DWI arrests in 2025.

A 48-year-old Minneapolis man was killed after exiting a vehicle stopped along southbound Highway 169 near County Road 21 in Shakopee early Friday.

MVTA will offer $6 round-trip express bus service to all Minnesota Gophers and Vikings home games, with pickup locations in Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan and Shakopee.

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.

Abdirahman Mohamed Badal, a 22-year-old Richfield resident, has been charged with felony third-degree criminal sexual conduct in Scott County following an alleged incident in Shakopee.

Heading to the Minnesota State Fair or Renaissance Festival? MVTA is offering $6 round-trip service from several south metro locations, including Burnsville, Eagan and Shakopee, with buses running every 15 to 20 minutes during scheduled service periods.

A 42-year-old Shakopee man is facing felony charges in Scott County District Court following allegations of criminal sexual conduct involving a minor over whom he held a position of authority.

MVTA's Fall 2026 service changes begin August 10, featuring the Route 490/493 merger, new service to Burnsville High School and Inver Hills College, Burnsville Center stop changes, and updated schedules.

One person was killed, and another was injured following a multi-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 169 in Shakopee on Monday morning that shut down all southbound lanes for several hours, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.

MVTA will unveil its new Burnsville Transit Station Community Showcase during a public open house on Aug. 4, featuring artwork from Lifeworks clients and celebrating local organizations throughout the south metro.

An Apple Valley man is facing multiple criminal charges after authorities allege he attempted to grab a Savage police officer's handgun while fleeing from a traffic stop that led to the discovery of more than 228 grams of khat, according to a criminal complaint filed in Scott County.

A man was found dead Saturday night after reportedly going underwater at Lake Ann Park in Chanhassen, according to the Carver County Sheriff's Office.

A 46-year-old Carver County man is facing a felony drug charge after prosecutors allege he sold more than 46 grams of methamphetamine to a confidential source during a controlled drug purchase in Scott County.

Fourth of July 2026 Guide: Fireworks, Parades and Events Across Dakota & Scott Counties

MVTA has received a 2026 AARP Community Challenge grant to train older adults in Dakota and Scott counties to confidently use MVTA Connect on-demand transit.

MVTA is offering free shuttle service from three Shakopee park-and-ride locations to select Mystic Lake Amphitheater concerts in 2026. Learn which shows are included, shuttle schedules, pickup locations, and how concertgoers can ride free to major events featuring MGK, Dave Matthews Band, Chris Stapleton, Pitbull, and more.

A Prior Lake man has been charged with third-degree murder in connection with the July 2024 fentanyl overdose death of a 34-year-old Lakeville woman. Investigators say Snapchat messages, cellphone data, and evidence recovered at the scene linked Scott Nicolas Erbes to the fatal overdose.

Scott County prosecutors have charged a 19-year-old Lakeville man after he allegedly fled from Shakopee police in a vehicle before running from officers on foot. According to the criminal complaint, after being taken into custody, Avery James Deyoung, DOB 02/19/2007, allegedly told officers, "That might have been the dumbest thing I've ever done," and, "I literally ran for no reason, I have no reason."