After a brief chase, Crystal Police arrested a DWI suspect; a PIT maneuver was used to stop the vehicle. Language barriers during arrest were overcome with assistance.

Council Member Robin Wonsley supports overdue contracts for public safety workers and address delayed payments to GVI organizations in Minneapolis. The Ward approves a new layout for the Nicollet Avenue revamp and funds crime prevention in Dinkytown.

The Minneapolis City Council is working on city services and human rights enhancements, focusing on shelters, social work, green initiatives, vending programs, civil rights expansion, and health resources.

Minnesota State Patrol is increasing enforcement on rural roads to reduce speed-related crashes, following a spike in fatalities. The Rural Speed Reduction Project targets high-risk areas to prevent accidents.

The Minnesota Senate passed a bill to broaden the definition of firearm straw purchases and increase punishments, including targeting binary triggers in a 34-33 vote.

The Minnesota Senate passed HF 3488, a bill to protect minors in online influencer content, with requirements for record-keeping and earnings in trust, and restrictions on those under 14.

Minneapolis marketing exec Danielle Eisenbacher is charged with embezzling $1.5 million from her employer for personal luxuries, awaiting trial for fraud and money laundering.

Coon Rapids police officers don pink badges in May to support Women's Health Month, requiring a donation to a health organization for the privilege, aiming to raise awareness for women's health issues.

St. Louis Park announces May as Bike Month, featuring events like Bike to Work Day and community rides, with free tune-ups and cycling information available.

Plymouth Fire Department celebrates the grand opening of the rebuilt Fire Station 2 with a public open house event, showcasing facilities designed for a 24/7 staffing model.

The Dakota County Historical Society invites attendees to a free preservation event, "Saving Your Stuff," on May 16 at the Lawshe Memorial Museum, with expert Megan Narvey offering advice on safeguarding heirlooms.

Plymouth is planning its 4th of July celebration with team efforts from the town management, Police, Fire, EMS, DPW, Harbormaster, and the July 4 Plymouth committee. They aim for an event that's clear of the fog that marred previous years.

A telephone scam has been reported in Bloomington, where impostors pose as Chief Hodges to extract personal information. The real police department warns citizens to verify any such calls.