Blaine Police Department collaborated with the community for a successful toy drive, collecting 15 bins of toys with the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, ensuring a brighter holiday for children.

The 2025 Justin Morneau Winter Warm-up Coat Drive in Maple Grove, led by police departments, amassed over 3,000 coats for the Salvation Army, an ongoing effort with over 60,000 coats collected in a decade.

Mankato Police and Fire staff volunteered for the Salvation Army's red kettle donation drive, warmly interacting with the community to support local families in need during the holidays.

Minneapolis is forecasted to have clear skies today but faces snow and freezing rain tonight. A Hazardous Weather Outlook is issued for the area due to expected wintry conditions, although no severe weather is anticipated.

Nominations are open for the 2026 National Small Business Week Awards, with the SBA seeking the top small businesses and entrepreneurs for various categories.

Brooklyn Park mourns retired Officer Clayton Connolly, a man known for public service and kindness, who passed away while helping a stranger. His legacy continues to inspire the community.

Minneapolis officials are committed to supporting immigrants and not cooperating with ICE, offering resources and legal assistance, while acknowledging the limits of their influence.

Ramsey County collected over 1,460 pounds of food during a drive to support local food assistance organizations. This helps families during winter and reinforces community unity against food insecurity.

The Met Council plans to invest $14 million for public sewer system repairs across 81 cities to improve infrastructure and reduce excess water treatment costs.

Rice County's Board of Commissioners approved an 8.51% property tax levy increase for the 2026 budget of $103 million, primarily due to state cost shifts, reduced aid, upcoming elections, and staff costs.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed executive orders to address gun violence, forming a Safety Council and promoting gun storage education. Senator Ron Latz supports the measures and anticipates legislative action.

The City of Minneapolis urges support for immigrant-owned businesses, emphasizing their importance to the city's economy and cultural diversity, especially amidst federal activities causing concern.

Rice County Family Services Collaborative is accepting grant applications to fund projects aiding families and children, with a deadline of January 29, 2026.