DWI

I find this number to be absolutely, completely mind-blowing, but Minnesota law enforcement have already made 20,138 DWI arrests so far in 2018.

Minnesota law enforcement have already made 18,568 DWI arrests so far in 2018 -- and we've still got more than three months to go..

Minnesota law enforcement have already made 13,622 DWI arrests so far in 2018 -- and we're just a little more than halfway through the year.

Minnesota law enforcement have already made 9,944 DWI arrests so far in 2018 -- and we're not even halfway through the year.

If you are planning to celebrate St. Patrick's Day Friday with some green beer or a little Irish Whiskey, authorities remind to plan ahead before you go out. The Department of Public Safety says St. Patrick's Day is the second leading holiday for DWI arrests per hour, only behind Labor Day.

According to a report published by BackgroundChecks.org, drinking and driving arrests are on the rise in America, but Minnesota is doing better than most states. They looked at data from the CDC and MADD to determine which are the best and worst states when it comes to driving under the influence.

As you finalize your plans to ring in the new year, local law enforcement is reminding you to plan for a sober ride home.

Do you want to find your car parked in the impound lot or yourself in jail? If your holiday plans involve a night of drinking, line up a sober ride. It’s easy to leave your car behind and call a friend or a cab. Extra DWI enforcement is on Minnesota roads through the end of the month.

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety released its yearly list of Minnesota's 'Top 25 Most Dangerous Drunk Driving Counties.' It's made up of the last three years of statistics of DWI related deaths and alcohol-related crashes that cause serious injury. Hint: Stay away from Hennepin County (aka Minneapolis).

A Sartell woman was arrested on suspicion of driving while drunk, on her way to pick up her sister arrested earlier for the same offense. The incident happened just before 2:00 a.m. yesterday (Sunday) along River Avenue South.

Law enforcement all over the state cracking down on DWIs this holiday season.

Thanksgiving Eve is by far the biggest night for bars in the area. This isn't a secret, especially to local police and the Minnesota State Patrol.