Paula Rylander and Linda Schlampp, receptionists at the Eden Prairie Police Department, are celebrated for their essential roles in assisting the community and facilitating communication.

Rick Perry, an I.T. pioneer and former Uber driver, now enjoys playing pool in Blaine and watching rocket launches. He donated new pool equipment to MAYC.

The City's Neighborhood Day Camps are back, offering various summer activities for kids 5-16, including arts, sports, and leadership programs. Financial aid is available.

DHS has announced grants for HCBS providers and changes to the MHM program in Medicaid, rectified a date error for a DWRS webinar, and is offering free employment initiative training with the University of Minnesota.

Gunshots were reported in Brooklyn Park with no injuries or damage found. Police are investigating the incident where a suspect fired into the air and fled.

Senator Jen McEwen led a labor legislation package through the Minnesota Senate, securing workers' rights with bipartisan support, according to a Senate DFL report.

Minnesota's Senate passed an Environment and Natural Resources budget bill, focusing on waste reduction, recycling, and pollution control, including measures to hold polluters accountable, especially in vulnerable communities.

Minnesota Senator Heather Gustafson honored 14-year-old chess prodigy Alice Lee with a Senate Resolution for her win at the 2024 Women's American Cup.

The Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park's Summer Concert Series returns with free live entertainment starting at 7 p.m., and complimentary parking for the event.

Blaine's Planning Commission invites public input on Boulder Contracting's "Boulder Villas" residential development during a hearing to discuss rezoning for an 11-lot subdivision with stormwater management.

St. Louis Park is hosting "Walk the Park", a free event series for community walks on trails, with the next one on May 11 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the Nelson Park parking lot.

The Blaine Planning Commission has scheduled a public hearing on May 14 to discuss JD Trailers Properties LLC's request to rezone their property for truck sales.

Minnesota lawmakers agreed on a minimum wage for rideshare drivers, setting a standard for gig worker rights with a pay rate of $1.27 per mile and $0.49 per minute.