Dakota Co. software causing 911 call issues

19 August 2008, 6:26 pm

Can you rely on 911 in Dakota County? [3.26] The July storm that rolled through Dakota County prompted a flood of calls, overwhelming 911 operators.... read more

Forgotten local hero is no longer forgotten

18 August 2008, 3:58 pm

While trying to thwart a robbery in 1923, John Francis McDermott was killed by a fellow Rosemount police officer.... read more

How some try to cheat Dakota County welfare system

18 August 2008, 7:55 am

There was the woman who failed to disclose her job at Wal-Mart. Another recipient had allegedly inherited deep sums, and another owned two houses.... read more

Calls to Dakota County police

17 August 2008, 11:40 pm

Burglary: A Nintendo DS was stolen from a residence in the 1700 block of Highland Drive, it was reported Aug.... read more

Scott County officials urge smart growth

17 August 2008, 3:25 pm

The political leadership of Scott County is launching a quiet campaign aimed at convincing the people who control the county's future that they need to rethink the way growth is being planned.... read more

Stopping welfare cheats: Differing approaches in Washington County and Dakota County

17 August 2008, 7:21 am

In Minnesota, most welfare fraud suspects never see the inside of a courtroom. After learning that recipients are employed - when they say they aren't - or are living with someone - when they say they live ...... read more