Mankato conducted a routine emergency siren drill at 1 p.m., as announced on the Police and Fire Department's Facebook page, to ensure the system's reliability.

Minneapolis announces plans to create a zero-energy building at Mercado Central as part of its climate action agenda, alongside a $10 million investment in sustainability and workforce initiatives.

The City of Mankato is hiring an Engineering Technician responsible for project inspections, design, and land surveys. Applications are due by March 25.

Minneapolis community leaders launch a safety initiative for Lake Street, discussing crime reduction and police relationships at Frida's Event Center.

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty to launch a U & T Visa Policy addressing the fears of crime victims with uncertain immigration status, aided by Inspector Gomez.

Three individuals face charges in a Twin Cities fentanyl distribution case, with over 30,000 grams intercepted by law enforcement in package seizures.

Police responded to a shooting in Brooklyn Park, where a vehicle was hit by gunfire. No injuries occurred, and the investigation suggests it may not have been a random act.

The City of Duluth announces a temporary closure of Skyline Parkway for ash tree removal due to emerald ash borer concerns, asking motorists to use a detour from Tuesday to Friday.

The St. Louis Park City Council approved a 2024 city budget with a 7.3% property tax increase and a sharp 15.5% rise in utility bills to support city services and inflation adjustments.

A 13-year-old autistic girl from Brooklyn Park was found safe after being reported missing and last seen in the area of the 7500 block of Kentucky Ave N.

The Blaine Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on zoning code amendments in the Highway 65 Overlay District on March 12, at 7 PM at City Hall.

Minnesota holds its presidential nomination primary; voters can register at polls, select a party's ballot, and vote from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Party ballot choice is public.

Polls for the New York presidential primary are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voters can register at their polling place on Election Day with results available post-8 p.m. from the Minnesota Secretary of State's website.