Dr. Michael Soto is appointed as Ramsey County's Director of Policy and Administrative Strategy, bringing 20 years of experience and a focus on racial equity and performance management.

The Morrison County Commissioners have a busy week with various meetings scheduled, including community development, emergency services, and environmental discussions, as stated in a public notice.

A 15-year-old girl was injured in a horse-riding accident in Morrison County, MN, after being thrown from her horse. She was airlifted to Hennepin County Medical Center.

The Minnesota Astronomical Society will host Astronomy Day at Eagle Lake Observatory on September 27, 2025, featuring solar viewing, expert talks, and nighttime sky observations.

Eight individuals were federally charged for defrauding Minnesota's Housing Stabilization Services Program, misusing funds intended to aid the disabled and elderly.

Brooklyn Park Police conducted an early morning raid on Tessman Drive, leading to an arrest and multiple detentions related to a criminal investigation. The operation included a thorough search by the Tactical Response Unit.

Following a mass shooting in Minneapolis, 30-year-old Jacinda Oakgrove died from injuries. Police are investigating, and a suspect was released pending complaints. The public is urged to provide information.

Job seekers can meet employers at a hiring event in Blaine, MN on October 1st, with positions in manufacturing, health care, and more, offering wages up to $35.00.

St. Louis Park offers early voting from September 19 to November 3, with a variety of ways to vote including in-person and by mail, plus resources like a mailed guide and online sample ballots for voter information.

Louisiana Avenue in St. Louis Park is undergoing infrastructure upgrades with two main construction phases affecting traffic, with Phase A near completion of initial paving and Phase B focusing on road foundation work.

Duluth hosts an open house on September 25 to discuss the Palm Street Smart Pond project, aimed at improving stormwater management and reducing flood risk.

Costco's Coon Rapids gas station expansion approved, aiming to ease congestion and double pump capacity, enhancing traffic flow and customer convenience.

The Board of Zoning Appeals discussed property developments in Saint Paul, approving some with conditions, denying others, and granting requests for variances.