Minneapolis opens a Neighborhood Assistance Center with free services, including mental health support, for violence-affected residents from Sept. 18 to 21.

Brooklyn Park has partnered with Good In The 'Hood to collect shoes for those in need until September 29; residents should donate usable, paired shoes at specified locations.

Marcus Bruning of Minnesota's ECN manages public safety radio systems, emphasizing the importance of interagency training and cooperation for emergency response.

Duluth 1200 Fund grants over $150,000 to 21 local childcare providers, creating 70 new childcare slots, to support working families and stabilize the industry.

Minnesota's Senate Working Group on Gun Violence Prevention discussed various gun control measures in a recent meeting, though no formal votes were taken.

Washington County and Forest Lake propose improvements to County Road 50 and Hwy 61, offering an online public engagement platform from September 17 to October 1 to gather feedback on the project.

Edward Tiki Arrington appeared in federal court facing charges related to a fatal carjacking spree in Minneapolis that resulted in two deaths and critical injury to a child.

Mankato Police and Fire department invites youths to join the Police Explorers program, offering hands-on law enforcement training and community service opportunities.

Duluth police caught a juvenile fugitive wanted for multiple serious charges, including homicide, after a foot chase. The suspect, originally from Atlanta, is awaiting extradition.

Minneapolis closed a problem encampment following a shooting. The city cites safety and health concerns, has sued the property owner, and is collaborating with local agencies and the state to address the issue and support the homeless.

Minneapolis will have clear skies with a high of 89°F today before a week of intermittent rain and thunderstorms sets in, with temperatures varying between the 70s and 80s.

Plymouth beaches, White Horse Beach and Long Beach, have a red flag warning due to a confirmed shark seal interaction, and swimming is currently prohibited.

The North Central HIDTA Major Crimes Task Force was honored in DC for its drug enforcement efforts, including significant drug seizures and 63 arrests.