Nichole Buatala joins Washington County's Mental Health Advisory Council; a crisis telecommunicator role funded by a grant will enhance emergency response, and a new K9 will join the Sheriff's Office.

St. Louis Park highlights Black employees for Black History Month, including elections specialist Marcus Paul and officer Stannika Alcantara, who draw inspiration from Neil deGrasse Tyson and MLK Jr., respectively.

Maple Grove officer was hit by a car and injured while responding to a crash but has since been released from the hospital. The police department emphasized the importance of the move-over law.

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office praised its members on social media for ensuring public safety during events at US Bank Stadium, including Vikings games and Metallica concerts.

St. Louis Park's Walk the Park event on Feb. 8 is postponed to Feb. 15 due to weather, with a move indoors if needed. It's a free, monthly community walk. Future dates are March 8 and April 12.

Rep. Lisa Demuth was sworn in as Minnesota's first Black woman Speaker of the House, in a ceremony conducted by the first Black Senate President, Bobby Joe Champion.

Dakota County is auctioning tax-forfeited land on Feb. 10, 2025, where buyers can acquire properties with unpaid taxes. Details are available online and at the county's office.

City snowplow crews to begin plowing all areas Saturday at 8 a.m. after snowfall. Residents asked to clear streets and hydrants for efficient operations.

A snow emergency declared in Plymouth triggered city snow removal operations, cautioning residents and providing updates via text and online resources.

The National Weather Service predicts a cold week with sunny skies and potential snow for Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from lows around -10 degrees to highs near 20 degrees.

The Coon Rapids Recycling Center is hosting a Puzzle and Game Swap where residents can trade gently used items for tokens to exchange for new-to-them puzzles and games.

A Maple Grove police officer was hit by a car and injured while responding to a vehicle crash. The officer's injuries were serious but non-life-threatening, and "Move Over" laws were highlighted.

Senator Scott Dibble proposes SF 486 for summer energy assistance in Minnesota, aiming to help residents with rising energy costs due to climate change.