Plymouth South Middle School and local police collaborate to create a school-themed police cruiser to strengthen community bonds. Officer Eliason, an alumnus, drives the vehicle.

The Minneapolis Police Department is organizing the second annual Chief's BBQ to improve relationships with the community by hosting a series of summer BBQs across all precincts.

Uber and Lyft may exit Minneapolis over increased ride-share fees, while the city considers converting a fire-damaged precinct into a voter services center. Downtown recovery, a cigarette price hike, and water quality standards are also city focuses.

Adams Elementary second graders received 30 outdoor field desks donated by the Pagelkopfs for their forest classroom program.

Spring Lake Regional Park is hosting a geocaching event with a buggy theme on May 11, combining GPS treasure hunting with entomology. Reservations required, $6 entry, discounts for groups.

Bloomington officials propose a citywide speed limit to improve safety, inviting public input at a hearing on May 9. Residents can attend in person, watch on BTV, or submit comments beforehand.

Anoka County Board proclaims special weeks for corrections and peace officers, approves roundabout projects, breaks ground on Coon Lake Maintenance Shop, improves data security, receives ammo donation, and okays tax abatement for a sports center.

The National Weather Service forecasts a rainy weekend for Minneapolis with showers and potential thunderstorms, high winds, and a persistent chance of precipitation.

Bloomington offers free compost to residents in the organics recycling program on May 11; enrollees can receive up to three bags by RSVP-ing by May 6. The initiative encourages sustainable waste management.

Minnesota residents are volunteering to remove the invasive buckthorn shrub, aiding local ecosystems by adopting a 19-acre park area for this purpose.

Saint Paul Police canine unit's narcotic dogs all passed their certification. Officer Campbell and K9 Doc stood out, placing third with a perfect score.

The Brooklyn Park Police Department's North Precinct is hosting a drug take-back event on April 27 for locals to dispose of unused medications safely.

Sherburne County, supported by the Just Transition Fund, launched the ILT Academy 100 series to aid local entrepreneurs and move away from coal-dependent industries, with optimism for fostering lasting economic resilience.