Brewster Paramedic Brent Stephens passed away on duty in Plymouth, leaving the community to grieve. His wife Emily and son Cooper face the loss, with tributes pouring in, honoring his dedication to service.

Roadwork scheduled on Shady Oak Road and County Road 101 in Minnetonka starting August 14 may affect commutes, with traffic directed by flaggers and pilot cars. The project includes resurfacing and will finish by August 19 if weather permits.

MnDOT has announced overnight closures of the Hwy. 25 bridge over the Mississippi River for repaving, with detours via Hwy. 10 and updates on the project website.

Summit Orthopedics offers a free session on knee and hip arthritis management and treatment options, including joint replacement, led by Dr. Sandhu on August 15.

Bloomington schedules a hearing to consider vacating part of an easement within the Ice Garden Addition, set for August 26, 2024, at the Civic Plaza Council Chambers.

St. Louis Park's Evergreen Award nomination deadline has been extended to August 18, seeking to honor local homes, businesses, and apartments with exceptional landscaping and design.

Wright County's GIS department has launched the "911 Address Verification" app to help property owners confirm their address details for emergency responders, allowing reports of inaccuracies to improve response times.

The Minneapolis PD's Operation Safe Summer III led to 45 firearms, narcotics, and cash seizures, with Chief O'Hara highlighting the collaborative effort and increased arrests.

Minneapolis is set to enjoy sunny weather and moderate temperatures for the upcoming week, with highs ranging from 69 to 77 degrees and some wind. There's a slight chance of rain midweek.

The Beatles tribute band, The Revolution 5, will perform a free concert at Coon Rapids Dam on August 8, marking the summer series' end, with food available for purchase. The event is supported by the Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation.

The Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater will host an Open Mic Night on August 8th, featuring local talent Denise Tennen and friends, with a backup indoor location in case of rain.

Coon Rapids' Northdale Boulevard is closed at the railroad crossing for repairs, with detours via Hanson, 121st Ave, and Foley Blvd. The work, delayed by rain, runs from Tuesday to Friday.

Minnesota legislators underwent police training focused on use of force, organized by the Minnesota Chiefs of Police Association to foster understanding of police challenges.