Wright County Parks & Rec offers an array of outdoor activities for all ages this spring and summer, with programs including wildflower classes, bird migration events, and kayaking. Registrations are advised due to their popularity.

Professor Vladimir Sverak of the University of Minnesota was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences for his work on partial differential equations.

Eden Prairie offers recycling events and pickup services, lead paint grants, celebrates local businesses, and honors employees with awards.

Crews are replacing gas lines and moving indoor meters outside in Lynnhurst, Minneapolis, with work expected to last a block per week. Residents will be notified and necessary relighting of appliances will be provided.

The BCA identified six deputies involved in an incident where Matthew Lyrek was critically wounded during an arrest where a rifle and Tasers were used. No bodycam footage is available, but the investigation is ongoing.

Timothy Sexton is confirmed as Minneapolis's new Public Works Director, bringing his sustainability and MnDOT experience to manage the city's infrastructure and environmental challenges.

Minneapolis City Council raised cigarette pack prices to $15, curbed discounts, and tightened penalties to deter youth and minority tobacco use, promoting public health.

The Saint Paul City Council approved Ordinance 24-5, requiring new and updated parking lots to be EV-ready, addressing access disparities for residents in multifamily housing.

Xcel Energy is upgrading a vintage transmission line between Deephaven and Eden Prairie, keeping the original voltage and height, with completion expected by May 20. Minimal disruptions are anticipated as work occurs within existing easements.

Professor Matthew Winn from the University of Minnesota explains that age-related hearing loss can blur sounds, similar to a smudged lens, making it hard to distinguish noises.

New data from Minnesota reveals an unexpected peak in rape cases between noon and 3 p.m., particularly on Tuesdays, challenging assumptions about the timing of such crimes.

Roadwork for a gas-main replacement on Lake Street W. causes traffic disruptions at Holmes Avenue S., with alternate routes required. CenterPoint Energy leads the project, aiming at infrastructure improvements.

Minneapolis celebrates Arbor Day with a tree-planting event and festivities at McRae Park, including free seedlings, expert advice, music, and eco-friendly transportation options.