Minneapolis parks workers, under Local 363, have initiated a strike to demand higher wages, rejecting a salary increase offer from MPRB despite the board’s detailed financial analysis.

The University of Minnesota is considering a new funding and management plan for Eastcliff, aimed at reducing costs and redirecting funds towards systemic goals, with philanthropy covering most expenses.

Plymouth partners with Urban Air Adventure Park to host Universal Air, a sensory-friendly event for individuals with disabilities, featuring attractions without overstimulating elements.

Minneapolis park workers organized a strike over the July 4th week, demanding fair contracts. They rallied with support from the community, using hashtags like #RedWhiteStrike and #PicketAtThePark to amplify their cause.

Starting June 7, Phase 1A of the Plymouth Boulevard Improvement Project begins, closing the road from Rockford Road to Highway 55 and affecting local traffic patterns.

Minneapolis residents can expect a week of sunshine and scattered showers with temperatures in the mid to high 70s and a chance of precipitation ranging from 20 to 60 percent.

The City of Coon Rapids, Minnesota, wraps up its 3-day 4th of July celebration with activities including a 5K run, a carnival, food trucks, Bingo, and live music, with fireworks planned for the evening, weather permitting.

The Touch A Truck event at Riverdale Shopping Center invites locals to interact with service vehicles and support Coon Rapids Police's 'Shop With a Cop' program on July 13, 2024.

Bloomington is updating residential plans, including an apartment change at 8301 Stanley Road. A public hearing is scheduled for July 11, 2024, at 6 PM in the Bloomington Civic Plaza.

The Minneapolis Health Department invites the community to a virtual conversation on July 8th to discuss support for local health organizations, offering a $25 stipend for participation.

The Whittier Neighborhood's construction for gas line upgrades by CenterPoint Energy is set to be completed mid-July, with a brief pause during the Fourth of July weekend. Restoration work will follow promptly after.

The Blaine Police Department is recruiting new officers, offering paid education and a focus on community service for those ready to join law enforcement.

The Coon Rapids community is celebrating Independence Day with events including a carnival, food trucks, live music, and a car show, minus the rescheduled CRPA Bags Tournament.