Minneapolis Police investigate a fatal shooting on Penn Avenue North, where a man in his 50s died. No arrests have been made, and authorities seek information from the public.

The Blaine Planning Commission is considering a permit for Marla Figueroa to expand her property and will hold a public hearing on July 9, 2024, for resident input.

Alley B in St. Louis Park is undergoing reconstruction, with work pausing for the July 4th holiday. Residents must move waste receptacles to the front. Alley C is completed, and Alleys E and F are next in line starting July 15.

Blaine, MN, invites public input on Dan Breske's proposal for a 1,280 sq ft structure at 3850 128th Ave NE, in the Farm Residential zone. Hearing on July 9, 2024, at 7PM in City Hall, with remote viewing options available.

The City of Plymouth's 2023 drinking water report confirms that the city continues to meet or exceed quality standards, ensuring residents have safe tap water.

The Third Street Reconditioning Project in Duluth moves to the lower side, causing traffic reroutes and intermittent side street closures; expected to conclude by September.

The Duluth Police have arrested two in Chantel Moose's homicide, with one suspect still at large. They seek the public's help in an ongoing investigation.

Officials warn of hazards due to flooded roads in Rice County, with closures in effect and potential road damage under the floodwaters. Legal penalties are highlighted for ignoring roadblocks.

The article discusses a study by the University of Minnesota on how increasing naloxone access and ensuring overdoses are witnessed can reduce opioid-related deaths.

Creekside Community Center in Bloomington is hosting a free cookout for residents over 50 on July 22, featuring food and yard games, with preregistration required.

Bloomington Police plan summer events to connect with the community, including "Cops and Cones" for ice cream, National Night Out, and a "Cookout with the cops."

Justin J. Florece, with a diverse background in marketing and sports, now serves as a firefighter in Bloomington, pursuing a degree in fire science and educating the community on fire safety.

Bloomington won the U.S. Conference of Mayors Police Reform and Equitable Justice small-city award, receiving a $75,000 grant for its "Increasing Trust Through Shared Values" approach, focusing on values-based recruitment and promotion.