Township board positions in Rice County are available for election, with a filing period from Dec. 30, 2025, to Jan. 13, 2026. Residents must meet certain criteria to run for office and pay a $2 filing fee.

St. Louis Park launches a New Year gnome-hunting initiative in local parks for community engagement and outdoor activity, with weekly clues provided for participants to find and share photos of gnomes.

Trump administration's new policy endangers transgender minors' access to gender-affirming care, with Senator Scott Dibble condemning the measure as cruel and manipulative.

Participate in a guided night snowshoe hike at Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve on January 2, with alternative boot hiking if no snow. Reservation and fee required.

Brooklyn Park city buildings have announced holiday closures, affecting City Hall, DMV, Community Activity Center, and maintenance services. Essential services like police and fire will remain operational.

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.