I-394 Lane Changes & Ramp Closures | Minneapolis News

Minneapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 3, 2026 · 1m

Big changes are coming to I-394 starting July 8—westbound lanes reopen, but eastbound traffic gets crushed to just two E-ZPass-only lanes through November. Over 30 bridges on I-94 and I-394 are being repaired, and St. Louis Park braces for more congestion due to Cedar Lake Road work. Several ramps stay closed—including key connectors at Xenia Ave and Penn Ave—so plan ahead. All updates are weather-dependent, so check the MnDOT traffic map and drive cautiously. Don’t forget: this is just part of a larger network of road projects, including I-94, Hwy 12, and Cedar Lake Road (until 2026). Listen…