A Milwaukee man pleaded guilty to attempting armed carjacking in Minneapolis last year, targeting an elderly person. His attempt failed when the wrong keys were taken, leading to his arrest. Sentencing is pending.

The City of Coon Rapids is hiring Parks Maintenance Workers for outdoor tasks like caring for playgrounds and ice rinks, with details on the job and application available via their Facebook post.

Emergency services quickly contained a gas meter fire at a house in a suburban neighborhood, preventing a larger catastrophe.

Eden Prairie is hosting a free Pop-up Splash Pad event with activities like a water balloon toss, games, and a Pop-up Library, plus local police and fire department participation.

Minneapolis's Ventura Village sees the end of disruptive natural gas line replacement by CenterPoint Energy, promising restored streets and reliable gas service.

CenterPoint Energy will start upgrading natural gas infrastructure in Minneapolis neighborhoods from September, affecting several streets and requiring outdoor meter relocations and service line work.

The Wright County License Center is operational again after a global tech outage last Friday, affecting vehicle services and license renewals, with most county functions now unimpacted.

The Coon Rapids Arts Commission is hosting a 2024 Photo Contest themed "Teamwork in Coon Rapids" with cash prizes, open to photographers of all ages until Sept. 13.

The Coon Rapids Police Department hosted a successful Safety Camp for children with local business support, focusing on safety education and providing bicycles, helmets, and popsicles.

The Minneapolis Police Department is hosting an info session for potential recruits, offering insights into a law enforcement career and competitive wages, as part of their effort to attract new officers.

The State Patrol is investigating a hit-and-run in Brooklyn Park, with a search failing to find the suspect who fled. The incident involved minor injuries.

Minneapolis to experience mixed weather with chances of showers, thunderstorms, and fog. Highs could reach the low 80s, with evening conditions bringing patchy fog. No severe weather expected, though some storms may bring small hail or heavy rain.

Dakota County wins seven NACo awards for programs in community services, labor market, housing, crisis response, mental health, and environmental restoration.