Stephen Jeremiah Hansen, 30, was sentenced to 25 years for producing child pornography, involving at least six minors. After his guilty plea, he will also undergo 15 years of supervised release.

The Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater in St. Louis Park invites locals to Open Mic Night on July 25 for live performances. Attendees can enjoy a variety of acts throughout the summer with backup plans for inclement weather.

CenterPoint Energy will start upgrading natural gas infrastructure in Morris Park and Wenonah neighborhoods in Minneapolis, with no cost to residents, ensuring safer and more reliable gas service.

Ramsey County names July 23, 2024, as Trista Martinson Day to honor her contributions as she steps down from the Board of Commissioners for a new position.

Organizations in Wright County are organizing a duck hunt for disabled veterans on October 5, at Robert Ney Regional Park, with applications due by September 16.

Bloomington is getting fiber optic installations for better internet, causing disruptions. The project, not run by the city, will improve connectivity but questions about property disruptions can be directed to Public Works Engineering.

The Bloomington Fire Department offers safety tips for the disposal of oily rags to prevent house fires, after a recent incident highlighted the dangers of improper handling.

A Red Lake man has been sentenced to five years in prison for the neglect-related death of a child, with a judge emphasizing the severity of the neglect and the case's impact on child welfare awareness.

The Coon Rapids Dam prepares to host the final shows of its annual Summer Concert Series, with free admission and parking, plus food concessions by local groups.

The Coon Rapids Sustainability Commission is hosting a garden tour to highlight environmentally friendly gardening, including native plants and food gardens, on July 27.

The Love My Pet Fair is returning to Riverview Park in Coon Rapids on September 21, offering pet-related products, services, and resources to local pet enthusiasts.

Cleary Lake Regional Park offers a "Sunset Canoe" event for paddlers with experience, including minimal instruction, on August 3. Pre-registration required.

Saint Louis Park has installed AEDs in four parks via a public safety aid grant, enhancing emergency response for cardiac events with monitored, climate-controlled devices.