Senator Ron Latz plans to introduce a bill to regulate "ghost guns" to align Minnesota's gun laws with federal standards, following a state Supreme Court ruling permitting them.

A crash in Morrison County, MN, injured 96-year-old Donald Biskey after his vehicle hit a truck and another car. Safety measures were in place, and ongoing investigations are delving into the cause.

Saint Paul officials encourage Ward 4 residents to vote in the upcoming special election, highlighting multiple options for casting their ballots either early or on Election Day.

Guadalupe Lopez is appointed director of Minnesota's Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives Office, focusing on violence affecting Indigenous people.

Bloomington invites locals to a public hearing on August 14, 2025, for the South Loop District Comprehensive Plan Amendment, with in-person, online, and phone participation options.

Hussein Mohamed Farah, director of the New Vision Foundation in St. Paul, was charged with wire fraud in the Feeding Our Future scandal for falsely claiming $2.7 million intended for children's meals.

Eden Prairie is hosting a series of community events, including an open house at local fire stations, concerts, movie nights, a repair clinic, and an art fair.

Maple Grove Police invite residents to a free Police Citizens Academy for an inside look at local law enforcement, including hands-on experiences, running on Tuesdays from September to November.

Chief Brian O'Hara of the Minneapolis Police Department was awarded the International Citizen Award for 2025 by the LaJune Thomas Lange International Leadership Institute, honoring his contributions to global understanding and cooperation.

A fire in a Duluth housing complex caused $100,000 in damages and the death of two cats; no human injuries occurred, and the cause is under investigation.

The article discusses the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, with a focus on continuing challenges for Native American voting rights, highlighted by Minnesota State Senator Mary Kunesh.

Collinwood Beach is closed due to high bacteria levels, with water activities suspended but land amenities available. Daily testing will inform reopening.

Seagate employee Alex Schilling leads sustainability efforts, including campus cleanups and audits, as part of the company's efforts toward environmental responsibility.