Minneapolis police made an arrest under Operation Safe Summer, seizing a loaded gun and narcotics from a man with warrants for assault with a weapon and a felony.

Officer Chad Streiff of the Eden Prairie Police was awarded a hockey stick by the Minnesota Office of Traffic Safety for arresting three impaired drivers in one shift.

Isaac Martig was sworn in as the newest member of the Eden Prairie Police Department following his local education and service as a community officer.

The Coon Rapids Police Association hosted its successful second charity golf event, raising $6,500 for local service programs with increased community and business participation.

Rice County voters will decide on a sales tax to fund the new Public Safety Center in November. The Center addresses space issues and will include a jail and law enforcement offices.

Jonny and Gage, cadets with intellectual or developmental disabilities, join Bloomington's Growth Through Opportunity Program, gaining hands-on experience at city events and enhancing community inclusivity.

Brooklyn Park voters are reminded of voting protocols: absentee ballots were due at City Hall by yesterday 5 p.m., mail-in ballots must arrive by 8 p.m. on Election Day, and voters can check ballot status online and vote in person if needed.

The FAA plans to host virtual engagement sessions to discuss updates on departure procedures and the RNAV transition at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.

Rice County Public Health provides free car seat inspections and, in some cases, replacement seats, with another event scheduled for August 14 in Faribault.

Wright County closed swimming and dog beaches at Collinwood Park due to high algae levels. No reopening timeline provided; updates will be shared online.

Woodbury offers residents a chance to review and provide feedback on the draft Environmental Stewardship Plan, with input sessions in August. Mayor Burt encourages public participation.

Chanhassen officials invite residents to discuss a new community center, replacing the outdated Rec Center, with an informative session scheduled on August 17, ahead of a crucial November 5 ballot decision.

St. Louis Park announces its final summer Roller Skating at the ROC event for August 29, featuring music from DJ Presto and treats from Bite Me Baking Co.