Carver County Parks hosted a booth to gather community feedback on the future of Baylor Regional Park, including volunteer opportunities and program information.

Duluth’s Sixth Avenue East reconditioning starts August 11, causing detours. The project includes curb and sidewalk repairs, a median island, and road repaving, with completion expected in October.

Plymouth opens applications for its free 2025 Public Safety Citizens Academy, offering an in-depth look at police and fire services on Thursday evenings starting September 11.

The NWS issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Minneapolis with potential thunderstorms, gusty winds, and small hail, along with possible dense fog. A warm and sunny week is expected to follow.

Blaine, MN council to discuss a billboard permit on 8/18/2025. Public can attend or comment on the proposal by Outfront Media for a 65-foot billboard at 4202 Pheasant Ridge Drive NE.

The Minneapolis Police highlight a sharp increase in gun thefts from vehicles, urging owners to secure their firearms responsibly to prevent them from being stolen and used in crimes.

St. Louis Park is considering a proposal for a drive-thru only Chipotle. The planning commission will address this in a meeting where public input on land use changes and permits is welcome.

Coon Rapids City Council approved community measures, accepted a crime support grant, and prepared for a Special Primary Election.

Abdiaziz Shafii Farah was sentenced to 28 years for defrauding over $47 million via a child nutrition program, involving fake meal claims and bribery.

Carl Maurice Brown was convicted by a federal jury for his role in a large drug operation trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine from Chicago to Duluth.

Coon Rapids offers free social services with social worker Lori Halbur at the library first Thursdays each month, addressing diverse local challenges.

Bloomington's Midweek Music & Market series offers four more events with live music, food trucks, and market shopping, available on Wednesdays from 5-8 p.m. at Civic Plaza.

Bloomington residents can get free Home Energy Squad visits to install energy-saving items and inspect homes, a service sponsored by the city and Housing and Redevelopment Authority.