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Minnesota Health Care Fraud Takedown Leads to Charges Against 15 Defendants in Alleged $90 Million Fraud Schemes
Federal authorities announced today what officials described as one of the largest health care fraud crackdowns in Minnesota history, unveiling criminal charges against 15 defendants accused of participating in multiple schemes that allegedly defrauded Medicaid and other public assistance programs of more than $90 million.
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Crash at County Road 42 and 145th Street in Rosemount
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.
Rosemount Woman Charged With Felony Fleeing After Allegedly Driving Away From Traffic Stop
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charge after authorities say she drove away from a traffic stop despite being warned not to drive because her license was revoked.
Minneapolis Man Charged in Rosemount Carjacking After Alleged Knife Threats, Multi-Agency Pursuit, and Crash in West St. Paul
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.
Dakota County Conducting Overnight Prescribed Burns at Lebanon Hills Regional Park Through Saturday
Visitors to Lebanon Hills Regional Park may notice smoke, smoldering logs, and temporary trail closures on Friday into Saturday as Dakota County Parks conducts prescribed burns throughout the park.
Minnesota House Passes AI Child Exploitation Bill 132–1; Lone Opponent Says It ‘Misses the Mark’
The Minnesota House of Representatives has overwhelmingly passed legislation aimed at cracking down on the use of artificial intelligence to create explicit images of minors, as lawmakers move to address growing concerns over digital exploitation.
Man Charged After Allegedly Firing at Vehicle in Rosemount Road Rage Incident
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.
BREAKING: Suspect Arrested in Rosemount Shots Fired Investigation; SWAT, Drug Task Force Assist
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.
Man Charged with Felony Firearm Possession; Authorities Cite Possible Extradition in New York Homicide Case
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.
Second-Alarm Fire Damages Rosemount Home; E-Scooter Believed to Be Possible Cause
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.
Shots Fired Investigation Underway in Rosemount; No Injuries Reported
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.
City of Rosemount Appoints Carson Thomas as Police Chief Following Interim Role
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.
Rosemount Police Launches Drone Program as South Metro Agencies Log Over 1,300 Deployments in 2024
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.
Farmington Man Charged After Police Pursuit, Drug Possession Incident in Rosemount
A man from Farmington is facing felony charges after allegedly leading police on a short pursuit and later being found in possession of cocaine.
Suspect in Custody After Threat Prompts South St. Paul School Closure; Incident Follows Metro-Wide School Threats
South St. Paul Public Schools closed all schools on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, transitioning students to an e-learning day following what officials described as a “safety concern.”
UPDATE: Out-of-State “Swatting”-Style Threat Prompts ISD 196 School Closures; FBI Now Leading Investigation
Schools across IDS 196 were closed on Tuesday after multiple threatening voicemails were discovered early in the morning, prompting a large, multi-agency law enforcement response. Authorities now say the threats were not credible and originated from outside Minnesota.
Wolfpack Retreat Offers At-Home, Cage-Free Dog Boarding in Rosemount
Wolfpack Retreat provides dog boarding and daycare services in a family setting, complete with a fully fenced backyard and a cage-free home environment.
Sports Equipment Swap Returns to Hastings High School on March 10th
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.
Registration is Now Open for the 2026 Teen Police Academy Hosted by Apple Valley and Rosemount Police
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.
Rosemount Fire Department Tests New Duty Crew Staffing Model to Improve Response Times
The Rosemount Fire Department has launched a new staffing initiative to improve emergency response times and support its firefighters as call volumes continue to rise.
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