Maple Grove will honor fallen firefighter Mike Paidar during the Light the Night event, joining a national tribute by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

St. Paul police officers visited the Holocaust Museum in Washington D.C. to strengthen their understanding of history and the importance of integrity in law enforcement.

A single-vehicle rollover crash in Minneapolis claimed a woman's life and injured four others; police are investigating intoxication as a possible factor.

Matthew Thomas Lyrek appeared in court facing charges including felony assault on a peace officer. With potential decades in prison, his bail is set at $2-5 million. He must follow strict conditions and is due back in court on May 13.

Bloomington, Minnesota, ranks in the top 25 of Livability's Top 100 Best Places to Live for its strong economy, low crime, great schools, and balance of urban and natural amenities.

Broadway Bar & Pizza in Maple Grove reopens after 15 weeks, introducing Broadaxe Axe Throwing alongside their pizza offerings, aiming to provide a combined dining and entertainment experience.

The City of Minneapolis is seeking members for a new African American Heritage Work Group to document and preserve local African American history. Applications are due by May 12.

Burnsville's Rudy Kraemer Nature Preserve hosts Kids to Parks Trailblaze Day on May 18 with outdoor activities, including a scavenger hunt, live music, and a hot dog lunch.

After gunfire at a Coon Rapids YMCA, police found one person shot. The incident seems targeted, and the investigation is ongoing with a call for tips.

Wright County Health & Human Services offers up to $30,000 for innovative projects to aid COVID-19 recovery, with a proposal deadline of May 31 and an information webinar on May 17.

Elk River is organizing a Memorial Day Parade for veterans, led by Mayor John Dietz. The event will honor fallen soldiers and invites veterans to participate by walking or riding. The parade starts at 9:30 a.m. on May 27.

Eden Prairie is seeking nominations for veterans with local ties to honor at their Memorial Day ceremony. Nominations for honorably discharged or active-duty military members can be submitted online by May 3.

Coon Rapids promotes organics recycling to reduce methane emissions from food waste and advocates for sustainability during Earth Month, including a park clean-up event.