Juvenile male fled from police at Park Center High School, causing a lockdown; suspect evaded capture despite a search with drones and dogs. No harm to students/staff was reported.

Metro Council Chair Charlie Zelle's tenure saw the expansion of Twin Cities’ public transportation with new transit lines and collaboration, setting a foundation for future growth.

BookMother won the 2025 Hatch Bloomington business pitch competition, securing $100,000 to start a bookstore-coffee shop, aligning with the city's community development goals.

St. Louis Park hosts a free paper shredding event for residents to securely dispose of sensitive documents on September 19 from 4-6 pm, with a limit of five grocery bags per person.

The St. Louis Park Police Department is recruiting community service officer cadets to support their force and offer educational tuition reimbursement.

Minnesota Board on Aging invests in dementia care initiatives, directing state grants to seven organizations fostering awareness, early diagnosis, and caregiver support across diverse communities.

Dense fog affected visibility in Minneapolis this morning; the National Weather Service advised caution. Conditions are expected to clear later with a high near 76°F, but fog may return tonight.

The Mankato Department of Public Safety reported 394 traffic stops, 174 citations, and 13 DWI arrests in August, with significant speed violations emphasized in their safety efforts.

Duluth sees a rise in school bus stop arm violations, with 142 cases in 2024 and 40 in 2025. The police enforce rules and urge community vigilance for student safety.

Cleary Lake Park offers canoeing for the 50+ community amidst autumn scenery on September 20, with necessary equipment provided for a fee, and discounts for groups.

The City of Mankato has opened voting for its annual Calendar Photo Contest, allowing residents to choose from submitted photos to represent their city's visual identity.

Plymouth competes in the "Battle of the Cities Food Drive" to support PRISM's Marketplace Food Shelf, collecting food and essentials until September 30.

Firefighter Manda Johnson of the Bloomington Fire Department also serves as a clinical assistant professor and has extensive experience in pharmacy, enriching her emergency service role.