The City of Minneapolis is addressing human trafficking, stalking, and police reform, celebrating MLK Jr., providing a minimum wage increase, and engaging in community walk audits, while supporting immigrants and flu prevention.

A Brooklyn Park homeowner was robbed by a male suspect after letting him into their home; the victim was hospitalized, and the suspect remains at large.

Minnesota senators reach bipartisan deal to operate during a 33-33 Senate split, ensuring shared power and stable operations until a special election.

Coon Rapids invites residents to shape their community by volunteering for advisory commissions, such as Fire Civil Service, Charter, and Sustainability Commissions.

The Saint Paul Planning Commission's Zoning Committee will review items, including permits for a farmers market and a utility building, at the end of the month, with public testimony open until the meeting.

Brooklyn Park residents are advised to take shelter from extreme cold, utilizing resources like the library and The Salvation Army, and to contact services for the homeless if needed.

Women's ski event at Cleary Lake Park features a 2k ski, optional extra distance, tea, and bonfire, catering to all skill levels with free gear rental and reservations required.

Minneapolis faces severe cold snap with life-threatening wind chills as low as -35°F, prompting warnings for residents to take precautions against hypothermia.

The Carver County Parks team has progressed on the Merriam Junction Regional Trail, completing the causeway for the Minnesota River bridge and starting on other bridges' substructures, despite cold weather.

Plymouth's council welcomes new members post-elections, with winter festivities planned. Community events like the Fire & Ice festival and Puzzle Palooza are highlighted, plus economic initiatives and birthday party services are offered by the city.

The Rec Center in Monterey Drive is hosting a Puzzlepalooza event on February 17, where teams compete to solve 500-piece puzzles. Prizes are awarded to the fastest teams.

Coon Rapids is accepting nominations for its Earth Month Sustainability Awards, which acknowledge local environmental efforts. Past winners include bee-friendly gardens and solar-powered businesses. Nominations are open until February 28.

St. Paul introduces a series of community winter events including ice skating parties, comedy nights, and Valentine's Day celebrations to keep residents entertained despite the cold weather.