Public Safety

City files response in Eden Prairie data-privacy lawsuit

Stuart Sudak • October 29, 2025

The City of Eden Prairie denies wrongdoing in Bennie Jacobs’ data-privacy lawsuit, saying employees acted lawfully and in good faith.

Eden Prairie lieutenant honored for wellness work

EPLN Staff Reports • October 28, 2025

Eden Prairie Police Lt. Jess Irmiter receives statewide award for leadership in first responder mental health and peer-support programs.

Eden Prairie man charged with stealing $75,000 from beverage startup

Stuart Sudak • October 25, 2025

An Eden Prairie man faces two felony theft charges after allegedly taking more than $75,000 from Crooked Beverage Company.

Minneapolis man charged in three Home Depot thefts in Eden Prairie

Stuart Sudak • October 17, 2025

A Minneapolis man faces three felony theft charges for allegedly stealing power tools from the Eden Prairie Home Depot in 2024.

Police respond to report of suspicious person at Staring Lake Park

EPLN Staff Reports • October 16, 2025

Eden Prairie police investigated two reports of a suspicious person at Staring Lake Park this year but found no suspect.

Lawsuit accuses Eden Prairie of releasing personal data in police report

Stuart Sudak • October 14, 2025

A Washington County man is suing Eden Prairie, alleging police unlawfully released his personal data, leading to threats and emotional distress.

Fire Prevention Week promotes safety and education

Rachel Hoppe • October 9, 2025

Fire Prevention Week promotes home fire safety and teaches Eden Prairie residents how to prevent and respond to fires.

Man dies from apparent self-inflicted gunshot during Eden Prairie police investigation in Chaska

Stuart Sudak • October 8, 2025

Man dies of apparent self-inflicted gunshot during Eden Prairie police visit to Chaska home; BCA investigating, police say.

Her quick action – and a new AED – saved his life at Miller Park

Stuart Sudak • October 8, 2025

When 27-year-old Rory Bakke collapsed during a pickleball game at Miller Park, his girlfriend’s quick action – and a newly installed AED – saved his life and spurred plans for more devices in Eden Prairie parks.

Woman charged with attempted identity theft at Eden Prairie bank

Stuart Sudak • October 7, 2025

A woman is accused of trying to use a fake military ID to withdraw money from another customer’s account at a MidWestOne Bank branch in Eden Prairie, according to a criminal complaint.