St Paul daily headlines: deadly crash near Capitol, SPPS virtual shift, and housing/transit debates

St Paul is juggling a mix of public-safety updates, school changes, and big policy debates. Here are the most consequential developments from the past few days.

Deadly crash near the State Capitol under investigation

Authorities are investigating a late-night collision in the Capitol area involving a Ramsey County sheriff’s deputy responding to a call. One driver was killed and other people were reported injured. Officials have said the Minnesota State Patrol is handling the investigation and is working to sort out the sequence of events leading up to the crash.

St Paul Public Schools sets an end date for district-wide virtual learning

St Paul Public Schools plans to wind down its district-wide online learning option on March 13. District leaders said families currently using the online program will receive guidance on next steps, including support for transitions back into in-person settings and any remaining online options that continue beyond the district-wide model.

City Council takes up a proposed 60-day eviction notice window

A proposed change at City Hall would lengthen the notice period required before certain eviction filings, moving from a shorter timeline to 60 days. Supporters say the extra time could help renters stabilize finances and connect with assistance. The proposal is expected to include a public hearing in mid-March, with a vote potentially following later in the month.

West 7th transit planning: bus rapid transit back in the spotlight

Regional transit leaders are weighing a recommendation to pursue a bus rapid transit project along West 7th Street, a corridor that links neighborhoods, Downtown, and the airport. City leaders have framed it as overdue infrastructure investment, while the next phase will focus on service details, street design, and how construction and funding could line up in coming years.

Sources

https://www.fox9.com/news/ramsey-co-deputy-fatal-crash-march-4-2026
https://kstp.com/kstp-news/local-news/ramsey-county-deputy-involved-in-late-night-crash-near-minnesota-state-capitol/
https://kstp.com/kstp-news/local-news/st-paul-public-schools-will-end-virtual-learning-on-march-13/
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/st-paul-city-council-weighs-234200476.html
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/met-council-weighs-w-7th-003500240.html