Saint Paul City Council announced the winners of the 2025 Business Awards, celebrating five local businesses for their contributions to the community.

Minneapolis officials have unveiled a $14 million plan and $1.7 million in tax credits to support the creation of 600 affordable homes and improve services for the homeless, including 126 new shelter beds.

The Wargo Nature Center is offering Winter Wildlife Tracking sessions and other seasonal activities, including story times, naturalist lunches, and snowshoe hikes.

Saint Paul prepares for a Truth in Taxation hearing, inviting public input on the 2026 budget; residents can testify in person or in writing, and council meetings go paperless to increase efficiency and accessibility.

City Council introduced measures on small business support, property maintenance, parking restrictions on 109th Ave., utility regulations, accessible transportation, and animal regulations.

Washington County opened its first emergency housing facility for homeless adults, with 30 private units and additional support services like job training and case management, geared at aiding transition to permanent housing.

Washington County is planning improvements for County Highway 13 and invites local input through an in-person open house and an online platform for those who cannot attend.

Minneapolis 311 and Service Centers will temporarily close for a day of training to enhance customer service, and will resume regular hours on Thursday.

Brooklyn Park hosts a Community Health Hub event with health services, housing and financial information, 75+ vendors, free screenings, food, and raffle prizes at North Hennepin Community College.

Duluth's 300 block of EFourth Street will close for a day on November 19, 2025, for utility work; detours are planned for both drivers and pedestrians.

The Blaine Police Department urges community members to donate to their Winter Coat Drive for those in need, in partnership with the Salvation Army, according to their Facebook post.

The Brooklyn Park Police Department shared guidelines for safe face-to-face sales from online deals, suggesting meeting at safe exchange zones and taking precautions like avoiding cash and sharing location info.

Deandre Imoni Moore, a vulnerable 21-year-old, was safely found in Minneapolis after being reported missing. The police had sought public help, detailing his appearance and last location.