Shannon Prather
Reporter
Ramsey CountyPrather attended high school in Fargo, N.D. and went on to earn a bachelor's of journalism from the University of Missouri. She has received additional training from Investigative Reporters & Editors and The Poynter Institute. She has covered everything from death penalty trials to growing pains in Twin Cities suburbs.
She has been recognized for her work by the Minnesota Society of Professional Journalists and the California News Publishers Association.
Latest from Shannon Prather
Metro briefs: Maplewood police to use drones
Plus: Dentistry program expands at Hennepin Tech in Brooklyn Park; Farmington Library pilot offers self-service hours; sidewalks coming to more Morningside streets in Edina.
January 21, 2023
Guilty verdicts in doubt as Ramsey County reviews cases linked to ex-medical examiner
Prosecutors will take another look at 71 cases in which Dr. Michael McGee provided key testimony.
January 21, 2023
How a Twin Cities ammunition factory dominated by women helped U.S. win WWII
The plant in Arden Hills produced billions of bullets in the 1940s. Now it is one of the region's prime development sites.
January 13, 2023
Arden Hills officials act to spur Ammunition Plant development
The new City Council majority took away the mayor's power to recommend committee appointments and instead appointed themselves to key seats.
January 10, 2023
Metro briefs: Look elected Anoka County Board chair
Plus: Former Rosemount mayor joins Dakota County Board; Shoreview City joins Just Deeds Coalition; see stars at Lake Elmo Park Reserve.
January 7, 2023
Ramsey County again seeks developers' ideas for shuttered golf course
The future of the Ponds at Battle Creek site has sparked intense debate, with some lobbying to keep it green space while others see it as a prime location for more housing.
January 2, 2023
Boutique gyms offer 'sense of community' in Twin Cities suburbs
Franchises are opening at a brisk pace as remote workers look for connection outside of the office.
January 2, 2023
St. Paul mayor's plan to raise sales tax by 1% is no slam dunk
The city must persuade state lawmakers, then voters, that it's the best way to fund roads and parks.
December 29, 2022
Pricey accessory dwelling units slow to take off in Twin Cities
Cost, local restrictions have tempered interest.
December 25, 2022
A decade after $243 million renovation, St. Paul's Union Depot struggles to gain traction
The historic train station has become an events hub as transit connections gradually materialize.
December 17, 2022
Ramsey County to commit $26M to RiversEdge development in downtown St. Paul
The county is hoping to spur matching state funds by investing in a proposed park along the Mississippi River.
December 15, 2022
