Browndale Park will screen "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" for free on Monday, and Wolfe Park will show "Wicked" the following week for a community movie night.

Brooklyn Park residents are invited to participate in recycling and donation events for environmental benefits and community aid, with specific instructions for recycling and a partnership with local non-profits for Materials Reuse Donation Day.

Dakota County is offering a Recycling Ambassador program starting Oct. 7, combining in-person and virtual sessions over six weeks, to educate citizens on recycling and waste reduction.

A construction project in Wright County will close a segment of CSAH 39 for a culvert replacement starting Sept. 8, with a suggested detour via Co. Rd. 123 and CSAH 8.

Time & Place Tropical Wine Bar opens in Coon Rapids, offering Jamaican-Asian-American cuisine in a warm, tropical-themed setting, repurposing an old Dairy Queen location.

Minneapolis is set to experience varied weather with scattered showers, mild temperatures, and potential thunderstorms as predicted by The National Weather Service.

Governor Tim Walz announces a special election on September 16 in Minnesota's District 34B. Early and absentee voting has already started, with authorities advising voters to hand-deliver ballots due to time constraints.

Elliot Park in Minneapolis is being transformed with a $2.1 million renovation, featuring new amenities and safety upgrades, as celebrated by the local community.

Duluth Mayor Reinert proposes a 2.7% cap on property tax levy increase to address budget deficits while ensuring fiscal responsibility. His plan includes tighter budgets and efficiency improvements.

Minnesota Senator Omar Fateh criticizes the University of Minnesota for hosting a CBP recruitment event, citing it as support for harsh immigration policies.

Joseph Schultz received a 20-year sentence for sexually abusing a child under 9 on the White Earth Reservation; the case highlighted the broader issue of sexual assault against Native American girls.

Bloomington adopts priority-based budgeting for 2026 to align spending with residents' values amidst financial challenges and encourages public engagement in the process.

Coon Rapids City Council met, acknowledging first responders, approving a Costco development, adopting an ordinance for low-density residential areas, accepting a tree planting grant, and planning for a transportation project.