The Minnesota Air Rescue Team successfully conducted a complex rescue in Voyageurs National Park, highlighted by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety.

Minneapolis has engaged in community activities, from the 2025 Trans Equity Summit to Disability Pride celebrations and ADA Anniversary, introducing diverse initiatives and public participation opportunities.

Dakota County received high marks for quality of life, parks, and libraries in its 2025 Resident Survey, guiding county services and budget priorities.

Minneapolis launches a Mobile Medical Unit, funded by opioid settlement, to provide healthcare services and combat the opioid crisis in under-served neighborhoods.

Minneapolis will have mixed weather with light sprinkles and a comfortable high near 68 degrees today, and a mostly sunny week ahead with temperatures rising to the upper 70s.

St. Louis Park is hosting its annual Media Swap event, offering a chance for residents to exchange games, DVDs, and puzzles for free, with added DIY activities from Reuse Minnesota.

Minneapolis and German police officers exchanged cultural insights on policing during an impromptu meeting, later sharing patches as a token of international law enforcement fellowship.

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety reminds fairgoers to prioritize safety by obeying traffic laws as the Minnesota State Fair begins, emphasizing the importance of sober driving and seatbelt use.

The annual Waterfront Festival in Plymouth will impact traffic and parking on August 23, 2025, with police issuing warnings about vehicle restrictions.

Bloomington seeks a Minnesota-based artist for a new sculpture in Bryant Park, with a focus on nature and accessibility, and a $150k budget. Applications due Sept 5, 2025.

A woman in Austin, Minnesota, was sentenced to over a year in prison for a 25-year scam, fraudulently claiming $360,000 in Social Security benefits by impersonating her deceased mother.

The Saint Paul Get Down event in Harriet Island Regional Park, to be held on August 22, will feature young hip-hop artists and headliner Brother Ali, hosted by Saint Paul Parks and Recreation.

Carver County Parks offers Paradise Commons on Lake Waconia as a venue for various events, featuring views, a climate-controlled Sun Room for 80 guests, and easy booking for planners.