Bryant Park in Bloomington is undergoing renovations since August 2024, with groundwork largely completed. The project includes a new shelter, dredged pond, and the city's first inclusive playground, expecting completion by fall 2025.

Scramblin' Egg is planning a March opening for a permanent location after winning Bloomington's Hatch contest and receiving a $100,000 start-up package and business support.

Bloomington is hosting "Power Up Your Savings" events to teach residents how to reduce energy costs, in partnership with local organizations, featuring expert advice, assistance application help, and complimentary snacks.

Prince Corbett will speak at St. Louis Park's National Day of Racial Healing at Westwood Hills Nature Center, focusing on societal transformation from his personal experiences.

An alert citizen in Minneapolis helped the police arrest a man involved in multiple car break-ins by providing a 911 call and video evidence of the crimes.

A fire at a Duluth house caused $50,000 in damage, with no injuries reported. Firefighters quickly contained the blaze, and the cause is under investigation.

The Minnesota State Patrol uses humor on social media to remind fans to appoint sober drivers during sports events, emphasizing safety over team rivalry.

Two people were injured in a shooting at a St. Paul gas station, following an altercation where an employee fired the weapon. The suspect has been arrested.

Coon Rapids Police Explorers bag groceries at a local store to fund their trip to a statewide competition, demonstrating community engagement and support for youth in law enforcement.

Brooklyn Park advises residents on holiday recycling schedule changes and proper disposal, including non-recyclable wrapping paper and tree/light collections.

Walter's Recycling & Refuse Inc. facilitates Christmas tree disposal in Blaine, Minnesota, with collections scheduled for early January on residents' regular service days, simplifying post-holiday cleanups.

Minnetonka's Highway 7, busy with over 40,000 vehicles daily, raises safety concerns, prompting the formation of the Hwy 7 Safety Coalition and a MnDOT study for improvements.

The Blaine Police Department is hosting a "Tip-A-Cop" event to raise funds for Special Olympics Minnesota, where officers will serve as waitstaff at The Ball Park - Twin Cities.