Residents in Coon Rapids reported a gas smell, prompting a local emergency response. No leaks were found and the multi-agency operation concluded without incident.

City of Mankato announces holiday changes to municipal services, including closure of city offices on New Year's Day, no garbage/recycling collection on Jan. 1, and no city bus service. Collections rescheduled for Jan. 2 and 3.

Blaine offers Christmas tree disposal service through Walters Recycling and Refuse, with collection in the first two weeks of January. Residents must place natural, decoration-free trees on the curb.

Mankato has declared a snow emergency from 8 p.m. Dec. 29 to 8 a.m. the next day; parking on city streets is banned during this time for snow clearing.

The Bold North Breakaway fan fest in Twin Cities closed outdoor activities early due to snow, moving festivities indoors at the Saint Paul RiverCentre.

An armed robbery occurred at Noble Sports Park in Brooklyn Park, with suspects stealing a watch from a seller and fleeing; police continue to investigate.

CenterPoint Energy and the City of Apple Valley advise residents to service heating systems and check smoke and carbon monoxide alarms for winter safety.

A Buffalo High School student delivered homemade treats to the Wright County Sheriff's Office as part of her National Honor Society volunteer service, earning community appreciation.

A severe winter storm is impacting Minneapolis, prompting the National Weather Service to issue warnings for heavy snow, strong winds, and hazardous travel conditions lasting into Monday.

Minneapolis Council Member Jason Chavez supports community observers who report on ICE, decrying federal practices and urging local attorneys to drop charges against these observers.

Minneapolis Police responded to a crash, finding an abandoned injured driver and a scared puppy in the car. They took care of the puppy and reunited it with its family.

Mankato offers a Christmas tree recycling program to convert trees into park mulch. Residents can drop off trees at designated locations until January 30th.

The United Way of Bemidji Area reached 80% of its 2025 campaign goal, totaling $620,000, and aims to gather the remaining $155,000 by year's end to support local nonprofits.