VOTF detectives in Hennepin County provided emergency aid to a shooting victim and arrested five people, highlighting their involvement in public safety and crime reduction efforts.

Plymouth reaffirms support for Public Safety Director Erik Fadden amidst a no-confidence vote from police unions, acknowledging broader law enforcement challenges such as recruitment and retention.

A woman in Minneapolis has been charged with providing her son, a juvenile with felony charges, with a firearm, highlighting juvenile crime issues in the city.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and the Minneapolis Parks Foundation established an endowment for the long-term care of the city's green spaces, historical sites, and trails.

Eden Prairie secures grant to install solar panels on a liquor store and announces the 2025 State of the City Luncheon. Police dispatcher Beth Sams retires after 34 years. City services adjust for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

St. Louis Park, MN invites residents to their National Day of Racial Healing event, featuring student-led talks and a choral performance, emphasizing community and racial equity.

Coon Rapids Police expressed appreciation for community donations over $1,000 to their Police Explorers program following a grocery bagging fundraiser. The funds support the Explorers' competition in Rochester.

University of Minnesota Professor Maria Gini received the Presidential Award for her dedication to mentoring in STEM, recognizing her contribution to supporting underrepresented groups and student success in science and technology.

Minneapolis faces extreme cold with temperatures and wind chills dropping significantly, prompting weather advisories and warnings for frostbite and hypothermia risks.

The Ramsey City Council inaugurated new leaders and approved key development projects, including a Chipotle and single-family homes, at a recent meeting.

Free transit offered for Minneapolis Community Connections Conference attendees on February 8, using a downloadable pass from Metro Transit for the event at the Minneapolis Convention Center.

The Brooklyn Park EDA will hold an orientation for new members, a work session, and a regular meeting on January 21, 2025, to discuss economic development, both at City Hall and online.

Bloomington City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss city code amendments affecting local cable TV services, particularly Comcast's franchise renewal. Residents can participate in person or online on January 27, 2025.