Saint Paul's Great River Water Park hosts a Women's Swim Night on Mondays to provide an inclusive swimming environment for women and girls with religious or cultural needs.

The BCA's 2024 Uniform Crime Report indicates a stable crime landscape in Minnesota, with slight variations in violent crimes, a decrease in motor vehicle theft, a rise in bias crimes, and more use-of-force incidents involving firearms.

Sherburne County announced a meeting on Oct. 20 at the Kanabec County Jail Training Room for regional legislative discussions and collaborative planning.

The Plymouth Police Department reported responding to 686 incidents, making 21 arrests, and filing 10 criminal complaints from October 5-11, 2025. They also addressed 36 motor vehicle accidents and conducted 63 traffic stops.

The St. Paul Police notified the community about the residence of Jason Duane Sveen, a sexual offender, emphasizing awareness for safety without inciting fear.

Bloomington starts construction of a new community health and wellness center with diverse services, funded by a sales tax increase and slated to open in fall 2027.

The Anoka County Highway Department is hosting a blood drive on Thursday, where donors are needed and rewarded with a T-shirt and a $10 Amazon gift card.

Minneapolis weather is set to be unpredictable, with chances of showers and thunderstorms mixed with partly sunny periods and mild to fresh winds. Highs will range from the upper 50s to low 70s.

Eden Prairie residents are reminded of yard waste management options including the Yard Waste Site hours, curbside pickup, composting at home, hazardous waste disposal, and energy conservation tips.

Rice County reports a decrease in drug overdose deaths, with families sharing their stories to combat the opioid crisis that claimed the lives of their loved ones to fentanyl.

Apple Valley reminds residents of safe recreational fire practices, enforcing guidelines like size limits, distance from structures, and adult supervision to prevent harm.

Sheriff's Academy Class #67-25 finished week eight, focusing on criminal law and courtroom testimony, with rigorous mock cross-examinations led by General Counsel Lee and Deputy General Counsel Kenny.

Deputy Davis graduates from Minnesota D.A.R.E. training as announced by the Wright County Sheriff's Office on Facebook, aiming to educate youth on drug resistance.