The Bus Mankato app will be down for maintenance on Dec. 22 starting at 8 a.m., potentially for up to 8 hours.

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office released Issue #31 of its HCSO Insider newsletter, highlighting community engagement, staff accomplishments, and safety initiatives.

MPD officers volunteered to help deliver 1,200 grocery boxes to families with Dios Habla Hoy Church, showing community support during economic challenges.

Saint Paul officials invite residents to report police grievances, announce a minimum wage increase starting January 1, 2026, promote a Supplier Fair on January 15, and honor Andrea Ledger with a proclamation.

Minneapolis expects a significant temperature drop and possible snowfall per the latest forecast. Wind chill may reach -14, with minor snow accumulation anticipated. Despite cold conditions, no severe weather is expected for the following week.

The Minnesota Paid Leave program begins on January 1, 2026, requiring employers to prepare for new labor rights, including appointing a Paid Leave Administrator and setting up a payroll tax for funding the program.

The Coon Rapids Arts Commission announced winners for the 2025 Holiday Lighting Contest, with community homes displaying festive lights in motion and still categories.

Saint Paul's prosecutors use a novel Gun Diversion Program blending rehabilitation and accountability to curb gun crime, showing early signs of success with only one reoffense among 21 participants.

Morrison County will end its fingerprinting services with IdentoGo on January 31, 2026, causing inconvenience for residents needing background checks and clearances.

Blaine City introduces an ordinance to regulate transient merchants and protect citizens' privacy, requiring licensing and outlining prohibited activities.

The Washington County Board of Commissioners approved a 2026 property tax levy at $150,162,700 and a budget with a 6.95% increase, emphasizing infrastructure in their Capital Improvement Plan costing $493.8 million.

Anoka County seeks public input for its Hazard Mitigation Plan to strengthen local disaster preparedness and resilience against natural hazards, with feedback accepted until December 26, 2025.

The Duluth Police Department released a notification about high-risk offender Willie James Vaughn-Bey, detailing his release into the community and his criminal history involving sexual offenses.