A University of Minnesota study found only 25.6% of rural smokers attempted to quit in a year, citing limited resources and social factors as challenges.

Senator Heather Gustafson proposed a bill to provide free milk to elementary students bringing lunch from home in Minnesota, with the aim of ensuring all students have access to nutritious meals at school.

Minnesota Senator Heather Gustafson has proposed a bill to enhance accountability of charter schools, focusing on student interests and strengthening oversight.

John Paul Majerus II was sentenced to 15 years for a meth trafficking conspiracy, which he partially orchestrated from prison, alongside Sara Evenson, who is also guilty.

Duluth prioritizes water treatment plant upgrades, seeking $6.719 million for refurbishing a century-old facility to ensure safe drinking water for over 103,000 local and neighboring residents.

The article details various local events and updates in Ramsey County, including the presidential primary, property tax statements, library activities, an internship program, health initiatives, and recognition of Black History Month.

Saint Paul is considering zoning amendments to increase EV charging infrastructure, mandating that 80% of parking spaces in larger facilities be EV-ready, with a public hearing scheduled on April 3.

A Minnesota man was hospitalized after losing control of his motorcycle and crashing into a ditch in Morrison County. He was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident.

Blaine Quality Automotive seeks a permit to store 17 vehicles overnight, prompting a Planning Commission public hearing on March 12, 2024, where residents can share their views.

Minneapolis Police Officers Luke Rysavy and Jacob Spies received Purple Heart medals for their bravery and injuries sustained in the line of duty during a formal ceremony.

Minneapolis unveils design concepts for New Nicollet Redevelopment Project, with an open house on March 7, aiming to revitalize the area post-Kmart demolition.

Cleary Lake Regional Park offers a maple sugaring event on March 16 where participants can learn and practice the process of turning sap into maple syrup. Reservations are required.

A sculpture called "Homage" was installed outside Burnsville City Hall to honor public safety professionals, created by local artist Mary Pat Lutz and funded by the Burnsville Community Foundation.