Transportation

City councils push recall of Kias and Hyundais as thefts still surge — will it make a difference?
The thefts of Kias and Hyundais have not slowed down since it became a problem during the pandemic. Minneapolis has passed a resolution calling for a recall, with St. Paul soon to follow.
Pedestrian struck, killed by Metro Transit bus in St. Paul
A pedestrian died after being struck by a Metro Transit bus in St. Paul early Wednesday. It’s the second fatal pedestrian crash involving a Metro Transit bus in three weeks.
Traffic fatalities in Minnesota are nearly double what they were last year
As of Tuesday, 45 people had died in fatal crashes. At the same time last year, that number was 23, according to the Office of Traffic Safety. Director Mike Hanson says risky driving amid the warmer weather is partially to blame.