The Minnesota Senate passed a bill to improve retirement benefits for public employees, including teachers and first responders, with Governor Walz's signature pending.

Minneapolis Police Department appoints two civilians as bureau chiefs, a landmark change representing a move towards enhanced oversight and community engagement.

Summer Lakes Beverage from Ramsey offers natural cocktail mixes, including Bootleg and Margarita, at local stores and will feature exclusive drinks at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair.

Blaine, Minnesota prepared for Generation Jam!, a free all-day music event at Aquatore Park with live performances, local food trucks, and giveaways, scheduled for May 17.

Minnesota DPS emphasizes the importance of visibility for cyclists during Bicycle Safety Month, promoting the use of lights, reflectors, and helmets for road safety.

MPD officers found two unresponsive people in a car, which led to the discovery of drug items and an active arrest warrant for one individual, who was then detained.

St. Louis Park invites residents and professionals for a meeting on tenant screening and fraud prevention at City Hall on May 22, with registration by May 20.

MnDOT will close the 36th Avenue bridge over Highway 169 in Plymouth for overnight painting from May 19 to May 23, affecting traffic and pedestrian paths with detours in place.

The Bloomington City Council is set to hold a public hearing on June 2 for revisions to the City Charter's Chapter 6 and is offering multiple ways for citizen participation and engagement in the process.

Scott County offers forest bathing sessions, led by certified guide David Motzenbecker, to promote stress relief through immersive nature experiences at Spring Lake Regional Park.

Scott County's Cleary Lake Regional Park offers "Yoga & Yogurt" for women 55+, an inclusive program of outdoor yoga followed by socializing with yogurt.

Coon Rapids announces a Home Remodeling Tour featuring four remodeled houses as part of its Home For Generations program, with details on the city's Facebook page and website.

Blaine has implemented all-year lawn sprinkling restrictions, with odd-even watering based on address and a ban on watering from 10AM-6PM, May 15-Sept 15, to conserve water. Non-compliance may result in fines.