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Tag: Brian Sturgeon

Jan. 26, 2026 West St. Paul City Council meeting

West St. Paul City Council Recap: Jan. 26, 2026

A lengthy City Council meeting focused on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity resulted in about a dozen measures, including supporting police de-escalation, increased police presence, approving up to $10,000 in emergency food assistance, supporting an eviction moratorium at the state level, and more.

West St. Paul police on the scene with ICE to de-escalate after a hit-and-run incident. (Photo by Dustin, used with permission)

West St. Paul Police Ease Tensions as ICE Chased Suspect After Hit and Run

There was a heavy Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) presence this morning near Moreland and Stryker in West St. Paul, following a hit-and-run incident.

Dakota County Commissioner Joe Atkins

ICE Dominates Resident Concerns at Dakota County Town Hall

About 80 people attended a Dakota County town hall where concerns focused on ICE. Local police encouraged people to call 911 if they feel unsafe.

ICE vehicle on Robert Street.

West St. Paul Reiterates Stance on ICE

With a heavy ICE presence in West St. Paul, the city reiterates its stance on not participating in immigration enforcement.

West St. Paul Police

West St. Paul Man Arrested for Following Federal Agents With a Gun

Yesterday police arrested a man for allegedly trailing federal agents and brandishing a gun.

Flock camera in West St. Paul.

License Plate Cameras: West St. Paul Police Chief Addresses Concerns

License plate cameras are popping up around West St. Paul as part of a pilot police program to catch criminals. Police Chief Brian Sturgeon answers questions about the program.

West St. Paul police officer Isabelle "Izzy" Lalor holding Rocky the therapy dog.

Stray Dog to Therapy Dog: All the Pets for West St. Paul Police’s Newest Member

Rocky the therapy dog is joining the West St. Paul police force to help victims process trauma and offer stress relief to police officers.

Feb. 10, 2025 West St. Paul City Council meeting

West St. Paul City Council Recap: Feb. 10, 2025

City Council interviewed 20 applicants for city committees, approved sanctions for alcohol and tobacco compliance check failures, and approved a first reading for an exemption for Net Ministries.

Crisis and Recovery Center in West St. Paul

Crisis and Recovery Center Opens in West St. Paul

A crowded room of government officials, nonprofit workers, and community members celebrated the opening of Dakota County’s Crisis and Recovery Center in West St. Paul today.

Larry Raasch

Larry Raasch: 4,000 Hours of Service

Master Sergeant Larry Raasch of the West St. Paul Police Reserve Officers program volunteered over 4,000 hours for the city. He recently passed away at the age of 77.

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