Maple Grove, MN, is holding its free Wonders of Winter event on February 1st, with snowshoeing, kicksledding, skating, llama petting, a scavenger hunt, horse and wagon rides, ice carving, art, and safety demos.

The Minneapolis Police found the missing 12-year-old Peyton safe after an urgent search following her disappearance on January 25, 2025. No further details were given on the circumstances of her return.

Minneapolis residents are asked for input on the Hiawatha Golf Course future plans, with design phase "Hiawatha Links" involving public feedback and detailed outlines for revamping the space sustainably.

Cleary Lake Regional Park offers a Winter Hiking Club for adults on Mondays from February 3 to March 3, encouraging outdoor activity during the winter months.

Minneapolis weather includes snow flurries, a brief rise to 25°F, then dropping temperatures with strong winds today, followed by clearer, sunny days but a continued chill throughout the week.

A Bloomington man, Mukhtar Mohamed Shariff, was sentenced to 17 years in prison for his role in a $250 million fraud scheme involving a federal child nutrition program, facing a restitution of nearly $48 million.

Chanhassen, Minnesota, announces the start of its 2025 FebFest Medallion Hunt on January 27, with clues available at Nicolet National Bank and online, fostering community engagement.

A Minneapolis felon, George Matthews IV, was sentenced to six years for possessing a firearm on a light-rail train after threatening to shoot someone.

Minneapolis invites event organizers to manage Open Streets 2025, a community program fostering local culture and commerce, offering up to $100,000 for two events.

A suspect pleaded guilty to dragging two Maple Grove police officers during a traffic stop and received a 39-month sentence, with victim impact statements influencing the proceedings.

A passenger fled on foot during a traffic stop in Brooklyn Park, MN, dropping a gun before being apprehended without incident. The reason for the traffic stop and charges are undisclosed.

The Eden Prairie Police Department is committed to countering human trafficking, collaborating with other agencies and arresting a suspect in November. They reported progress with recoveries and arrests.

Wright County officials celebrated the retirements of County Surveyor Steve Jobe after 19 years and Assistant County Attorney Mark Erickson after 29 years of service.