Saint Paul Hit by Crippling Cyberattack; National Guard Deployed

Saint Paul, Minnesota's capital city, suffered a major cyberattack that disrupted online services, including online payments and some library and recreation center services. The attack, which lasted through the weekend, overwhelmed the city's and commercial cybersecurity firms' response capabilities. Governor Walz activated the National Guard's cybersecurity forces to assist in investigation and service restoration, ensuring the continuity of essential city services. This incident highlights the cybersecurity risks facing municipal infrastructure and the challenges of responding to large-scale cyberattacks.