Melanie Rucker has been named interim Minneapolis fire chief and is the first Black woman to lead the department; she says she will prioritize continuity, safety and mentorship.

Saint Paul Police Department declared that routine traffic stops will only be conducted using marked vehicles to improve transparency and trust with the public.

Minneapolis Council Member Pearll Warren communicated with Ward 5 residents, discussing immigration, winter operations, and community support, ensuring access to crucial resources and services.

A federal agent fired multiple shots outside Glam Doll Donuts Saturday morning; video and eyewitness accounts show an injured man as authorities and bystanders tried to help.

St. Paul police will temporarily use only marked squad cars for routine traffic stops amid a surge in federal immigration enforcement. The department says the move is meant to reduce confusion and keep stops safer.

A civil complaint says an Orono businessman bilked lenders of more than $100M through alleged early workers’‑comp advances; a judge froze assets and the accused died days later.

An early-morning house fire in Hokah claimed one life and left another woman with extreme burns. Local and state investigators are working to determine the cause.

Maple Grove's Central Park skating loop closed due to severe cold; updates on additional closures available from Maple Grove Parks and Recreation. Restrooms and lobby remain open until 9 p.m.

Bloomington City Council schedules a public hearing to discuss amendments to vehicle storage standards on residential properties, with options for in-person and electronic participation.

Burnsville's 360 Communities and Walser Subaru partner with Operation Warm to offer free winter gear to kids. Residents can visit the local resource center for coats, shoes, and socks.

Twin Cities residents prepare for Winter Salt Week, focusing on reducing salt pollution with free educational livestreams and a workshop for community leaders.

Customs and Border Protection officers handcuffed two teenagers in south Minneapolis, a scene that drew crowds and renewed legal fights over a federal enforcement surge.

A lost black Labrador was reunited with its owner after the Wabasha Police's social media appeal to Kellogg residents, highlighting community cooperation.