Minneapolis marks Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, urging awareness and offering grants through its Lead and Healthy Homes program to remove lead hazards from homes, highlighted by Kosar Mohamed's positive experience with the initiative.

The Maple Grove Police Department joins the DEA's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, urging public to responsibly dispose of unused drugs at a local Walmart event.

Minneapolis expanded early voting options, offering additional locations and extended hours, including pop-up events at cultural hubs, to improve accessibility for the November 5th election.

St. Louis Park infrastructure upgrades include Michels Corporation replacing a natural gas steel main for CenterPoint Energy, causing road closures and traffic shifts.

The St Louis County Rescue Squad has seen increased search operations, resembling activity from the 1970s, including a mix of missing person cases and animal rescues.

Hennepin County's Elections Director Ginny Gelms held an online media session to discuss absentee ballots and election integrity to enhance transparency.

The City of Ramsey announces its 2024 Photo Contest, inviting residents to submit photographs that may be featured in city publications and social media.

Brooklyn Park home caught fire, with emergency services responding within minutes, controlling the blaze quickly, and preventing injuries or damage to neighboring properties. The cause is under investigation.

Saint Paul Parks and Recreation transforms Griggs Laboratory into a "Dead Zone" for a Halloween event on October 25, inviting the community to enjoy games, festivities, and haunted house thrills. Attendees are encouraged to wear costumes.

The Saint Paul Police Department is hosting a free Fall Festival with food, a bike giveaway, and entertainment at Arlington Hills Community Center on October 26 from noon to 2 p.m.

The Coon Rapids Police Department reported road closures due to a local event, affecting 85th Avenue between Norway Street and Evergreen Boulevard, with detours in place.

Minneapolis forecasts warm weather into late October, with temperatures reaching up to 80 degrees and sunny skies, before dropping to a cooler 53 degrees with a chance of showers.

The University of Minnesota Extension in Wright County is hosting a Farmer-to-Farmer Tour on Oct 26, offering new farmers a chance to learn from established ones.