The Saint Paul Police Department is recruiting new members and experienced officers, providing various programs for different educational backgrounds, including full-time paid training for some recruits.

Brooklyn Park teams up with Good in the 'Hood for a successful Community Shoe Drive to fund local food programs, with a shoe sale event scheduled for May 13.

The Minnesota Senate passed a bipartisan budget bill aimed at enhancing job creation and economic growth, with provisions for workforce development, community investment, and support for education and health care sectors.

Anoka County Parks offers birding events and other nature activities during May, welcoming visitors to explore local wildlife and participate in outdoor educational programs.

Minneapolis weather is mostly sunny with a high of 69 degrees; slight chance of showers tonight and in the coming days, with warmer and clearer conditions over the weekend.

Anoka County is hosting a composting event with education on its benefits and free compost distribution on May 17 at the Bunker Hills Activity Center.

Young Minnesotans participated in the 50th Annual Minnesota Law Enforcement Explorer Conference in Rochester, with over 500 Explorers attending. Maple Grove Police Explorers earned 5th in a competition and valued the learning experience.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is closing its public buildings at 2 pm due to severe weather forecasts, impacting childcare programs and activities.

Wright County Sheriff's arrest report detailed DWIs, domestic assaults, and other crimes, including Theodore James III's and Connor Janisch's arrests, hinting at public safety concerns.

Blaine Public Works will start annual fire hydrant flushing on May 5th to maintain water quality and hydrant readiness, with potential temporary water discoloration and pressure drops.

Bloomington partners with a nonprofit to build a new veterans memorial at Harrison Park, offering educational resources and honoring military service.

Maple Grove honors firefighter Mike Paidar and others during Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters, illuminating the Town Green in red from April 27 to May 4.

Minneapolis's Ward 9 plans traffic calming projects, and Council Member Jason Chavez has announced a Community Open House on April 28th for resident input on safety improvements.