Plymouth introduces a new cricket pitch at The Meadows Playfield with amenities like pickleball, tennis courts, sledding hill, and more during a ribbon-cutting event on June 17.

Mankato city hosts an electronic waste disposal event for Blue Earth County residents at Ponderosa Landfill, offering free recycling for up to five items per household.

The Met Council experienced mixed results in the second year of its climate action plan, with increased emissions but improved operational efficiency and strides in sustainable transit operations.

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may list Monarch Butterflies as endangered, affecting infrastructure projects; Anoka County plans to enroll land in conservation efforts to mitigate regulations.

A St. Paul woman is charged with assaulting federal officers and obstruction during a narcotics investigation, leading to her detention pending trials.

Healthy Families Southeast Minnesota has been accredited by PCA America, reinforcing its quality home visitation services for young families in Southeast Minnesota, focusing on child development and parental support.

Anthony John Crowley, a 52-year-old US Customs and Border Protection Officer, has been charged with possession of child sexual abuse material, with law enforcement stressing zero tolerance for such crimes.

St. Louis Park, MN, introduced seven new police officers at a city council meeting, highlighting the department's commitment to community engagement and transparency.

Maple Grove successfully concluded its Chalkfest, where artists turned Main Street into a colorful display of chalk art, alongside food and entertainment, on June 7-8.

Brooklyn Park police responded to gunshots, found evidence, and arrested a suspect after a standoff, with no injuries reported.

Mankato Police reported 573 traffic stops, 238 citations, and 18 DWI arrests for May, with the highest BAC at 0.30, emphasizing the importance of safe driving.

Seven St. Louis Park police officers completed their field training and took ceremonial oaths, marking their readiness for solo patrol duties and commitment to the community.

Wright County launches an app to inform on the status of local beaches, displaying closures due to various reasons like high bacteria levels or maintenance.