The St. Paul Winter Carnival is auctioning historic memorabilia to fund its celebrations, offering items like lithography stones, Vulcan coats, and posters.

Heid E. Erdrich has been named Minneapolis' first Poet Laureate, with the city praising her contribution to the arts and commitment to engaging various communities through poetry.

The Minnesota Yacht Club Music Festival is set for July in St. Paul, offering two days of non-overlapping music acts, local amenities, and wristband tickets, with a lineup yet to be announced.

A man was fatally shot in Minneapolis; no arrests were made. Police are investigating the incident, with forensic teams collecting evidence. They are soliciting tips, possibly offering rewards for information leading to an arrest and conviction.

Pimento Jamaican Kitchen has opened in downtown Saint Paul, offering authentic Caribbean cuisine, with a warm reception from Mayor Carter and the community.

The Coon Rapids Fire Department is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive on January 8 at the Civic Center to address critical blood shortages.

St. Paul grants over $2.3 million to local businesses and organizations through its Neighborhood STAR program to fund capital improvements, with a focus on supporting diverse community companies.

Kesha L. Moore, 43, was shot dead in her Minneapolis apartment in an apparent domestic dispute. Her partner is the suspect and was arrested. The community mourns her loss.

The People's Prosperity Pilot in St. Paul, a guaranteed income program, increased employment among participants and improved their well-being, according to City of Saint Paul's announcement.

The University of Minnesota Medical School is expanding for the first time in 50 years to address the doctor shortage in rural areas, in partnership with CentraCare.

The Metropolitan Council is launching several road projects in the Twin Cities to ease traffic, with major developments planned for Wright and Scott counties, and support from local governments and MnDOT.

Due to a shortage, not every grave at Fort Snelling National Cemetery will have a wreath this season; yet, over 15,000 sites will be honored by volunteers.

Alfonzo Armstead, 30, was fatally shot in St. Paul, and suspect E’Shaun Funches, 21, has been arrested. The St. Paul Police Department is continuing the investigation.