Authorities seek public help in locating missing teen Melania Jones in Brooklyn Park; last seen wearing a blue/white outfit and purple shoes with a green backpack.

Minnesota is preparing businesses for the Paid Leave program, offering an educational session in Saint Paul with the Department of Employment and Economic Development.

Minneapolis faces varied weather, starting with a sunny, gusty day at 91°F. Winds could reach 35 mph, raising fire risks. Showers and cooler temps to follow, with a possible frost Tuesday night.

Louisiana Avenue in Louisiana is closed for construction until November 2025; work includes concrete installations and stormwater treatment system installation.

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board announced the reopening of the Plymouth Avenue Bridge, after completing renovations including a new trail underpass enhancing riverfront connections.

The upcoming Sherburne County Association of Townships meeting will discuss zoning, growth, and legislative updates, with community engagement encouraged.

The Bloomington City Council invites public input on changing the Normandale Lake District Plan to prioritize pedestrian and bicycle safety over a pedestrian bridge. A hearing is set for October 13, 2025.

Washington County Library offers creative workshops in October, including a craft swap, puzzle competition, memoir writing, online safety class, and Canva for business.

The Mary Ann Young Center is offering a free Fall Prevention workshop on October 13 at 10:30 AM to help prevent falls in the aging population.

Erin Murphy criticized the Republican budget for healthcare cost increases in Minnesota, citing loss of tax credits and Medicaid cuts impacting health insurance coverage and SNAP benefits.

The Bloomington Ice Garden is hosting high school hockey games after renovations, with matches scheduled for Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday evenings.

St. Louis Park's sustainability scavenger hunt runs until October 31, inviting participants to explore eco-friendly sites for a chance to win Aquatic Park passes.

Three men were arrested in Minneapolis for a carjacking at gunpoint, with police efficiently apprehending them and recovering firearms. Carjackings in the city have decreased significantly.