The Minnesota Senate approved a labor rights bill, hailed by Senator McEwen, aiming to bolster worker protections and funding key departments. It includes mental health initiatives and clarifies break times.

Ramsey County declares May 2025 as Tech Month to celebrate the technology sector's local economic impact, offering events and resources to support community connections and tech workers.

The Senate passed a Jobs and Labor Omnibus Budget bill, Senate File 1832, which aims to boost Minnesota's workforce and economy with new initiatives, including those by Senator Pha.

A man was arrested for failing to register as a sex offender during a Minneapolis police crackdown on illegal street gambling, where other participants were warned and released.

Minnesota's Senate passed Senate File 2511, a liquor policy that allows cities to create social districts where alcohol can be consumed outdoors. The bill aims to boost local economies and support small businesses.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation has started a $9.4 million infrastructure project on Hwy. 12, affecting commuting in Howard Lake, Waverly, and Montrose.

Ramsey County seeks public suggestions for naming a new mental health outreach vehicle, with a prize for the winner. Contest ends May 25, with the reveal at an event on May 31.

St. Louis Park's Annual Lions Club Egg Hunt delighted over 200 attendees with egg collecting, family activities, and a coloring contest, boosted by Parktacular Ambassadors' support.

The Metropolitan Council wants public feedback on changing the Northstar Commuter Rail to a bus service, addressing post-pandemic travel habits. They are hosting meetings and offering a survey for input on the transition.

The article offers advice on how homeowners can determine property lines to avoid disputes, including checking city records, using metal detectors, hiring surveyors, and understanding easements.

The Bloomington Police Department in Minnesota introduced specialized sensory bags to better interact with neurodivergent individuals, funded by community support.

The St. Paul BZA will review important variance requests, including housing and educational projects, at an upcoming meeting with input from the public encouraged.

Minnesota legislators are advocating for a state budget to protect local services from federal cuts, focusing on issues like public education, Medicaid, and Social Security. They propose taxing the wealthy to support vulnerable citizens.