The City of St. Louis Park and the Rotary Club host the Summer Concert Series, featuring free performances like reggae band Dred I Dread on July 17 at the Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater.

The City of St. Louis Park is offering an Arts & Culture Grant for creative projects that enhance community engagement and pride. Submissions are open until September 22, 2024.

Brooklyn Park Police introduced an online tool for non-emergency crime reports like theft and harassment to improve efficiency and resource allocation.

The Saint Paul Police hosts "Safe Summer Nights" to enhance police-community relations, featuring activities, food, and non-enforcement engagement at Dayton's Bluff Rec Center.

Bloomington is recovering from a storm; residents must manage tree debris, with yard waste services available for those subscribed. The city advises caution when hiring contractors and lists local yard waste disposal sites.

Police in Brooklyn Park responded to a juvenile runaway report and a resident fired a shot into the air; no injuries were reported and the investigation is ongoing.

Fantastic Sams moved to a new location within Foley Plaza due to Devo Fitness's expansion. The salon continues to offer quick, affordable hair services next to the Coon Rapids License and Passport Center.

The ongoing strike by Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Local 363 has disrupted park services, with negotiations between the union and the MPRB at a standstill.

A traffic stop on I-694 led to a chase, ending in a crash near Co Rd 81. The suspect fled on foot and remains at large despite a broad search involving dogs and a helicopter. Eden Prairie Police are investigating.

Minneapolis faces potentially severe thunderstorms with damaging winds and hail after a hot and humid day. The National Weather Service issued weather alerts and warns of continued minor river flooding.

Wright County's repaving of the Public Works Building parking lot on Braddock Avenue NE is rescheduled to start July 17, aiming to finish by July 19, weather permitting.

The Wright County Fair runs from July 24-28 with attractions including 4-H shows, live performances, and tractor races. Entry is $5 for adults, with free admission for under-17s and parking at $5.

Mankato solicits public input for Riverfront Drive and Stoltzman Road intersection control evaluation at an upcoming open house.