Anoka County is using funds from the National Opioids Settlement to combat the local opioid crisis through the Anoka County Opioid Solutions Initiative, seeking applicants for a new advisory council.

Minneapolis is under a winter weather advisory with 3-5 inches of snow expected, potentially disrupting commutes and causing hazardous conditions into early next week. Residents are advised to travel cautiously.

Coon Rapids High School basketball returns to the state tournament for the first time since 1983, playing against Minnetonka in the Class AAAA quarterfinals.

Minnesota launches a grant program to help new Americans secure and advance in healthcare careers, targeting the workforce shortage in long-term care.

Washington County Board approves community projects, including tech funding for Sheriff’s Office and road upgrades; Emily Stevens reappointed as watershed manager.

A St. Paul man, Anthony Deberry, is sentenced to nine years in prison for illegally possessing a firearm during a 2021 bar shootout; the conviction follows his attempted witness intimidation.

The Carver County Sheriff's Office in Minnesota is increasing patrols to deter impaired driving, especially around St. Patrick's Day. The initiative emphasizes the risks and consequences of driving under the influence.

Maple Grove celebrates World Down Syndrome Awareness Day with activities and music at the Community Center, inviting the public to wear mismatched socks in solidarity.

Minneapolis officials are set to revamp aging tennis courts near Minnehaha Creek, transforming them into green spaces, clay courts, and a bike skills course as part of a park enhancement project.

The Minnesota Senate POCI Caucus made a statement on International Day to Combat Islamophobia, calling for action against anti-Muslim discrimination and hate crimes.

The University of Minnesota Extension is hosting a maple syrup workshop in Waverly on April 13, 2024, offering a mix of classroom and practical instruction on syruping methods and traditions.

Uber and Lyft plan to halt operations in Minneapolis on May 1 due to new city regulations demanding higher pay for drivers, despite Mayor Frey's veto being overridden by the city council.

Seasonal weight restrictions on Washington County roads will lift on March 18, allowing truckers and haulers to resume normal operations, which benefits local businesses and the economy.