Widespread protest and looting is hitting the Twin Cities in response to the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police. A number of retail stores on Robert Street in West St. Paul have closed, and some have been hit by looters.
Category: Public Safety
COVID-19 Openings in West St. Paul: Playgrounds Yes, Splash Pad No for 2020
With pandemic restrictions easing, the city announces some openings including playgrounds and some fields. But the splash pad is closed for all of 2020.
Parade Turns to Party, Violating Shutdown Orders
What started as a socially distanced parade to honor the birthday of a high school senior killed last fall turned into an in-person party of dozens of people in direct violation of stay-at-home orders.
Coronavirus: Latest Updates in West St. Paul
Coronavirus updates for West St. Paul and the surrounding communities, including closings and cancellations.
Valentine’s Day ATM Heist Goes Awry in West St. Paul
Suspects rented a U-Haul pickup truck to rob a Wells Fargo ATM. When the plan failed, they led police on a lengthy chase in the West Metro.
Stabbing at West St. Paul Group Home
One person is dead and another arrested early Monday morning in West St. Paul.
