Oak Hill Park's splash pad in St. Louis Park opens June 2, offering a free and inclusive water play area for residents and visitors daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. until August 31.

The City of Plymouth promotes safety and etiquette for the growing number of ebike riders, emphasizing the importance of responsible riding in compliance with legal and courteous standards.

Eden Prairie is preparing for summer with community engagement activities, a sustainability focus, free fitness programs, music events, educational webinars on electricity use, a run against human trafficking, and quality drinking water confirmation.

Blaine City, in partnership with Anoka County Toward Zero Deaths, announces its third annual Traffic Safety Week to address preventable crashes and promote road safety through enforcement and education.

Brooklyn Park is nearing completion of a new gas main installation, with future changes including outdoor relocations of indoor gas meters. CenterPoint Energy is managing the project and provides contact info for inquiries.

Minneapolis has implemented a pilot program to protect turtles during their crossings, with new signs and road stencils, adjustments to curbs, and a public awareness guide. The efforts aim to reduce vehicle-related turtle deaths.

Minneapolis Police Department remembers Officer Jamal Mitchell on the first anniversary of his death, honoring his bravery and sacrifice in the line of duty.

St. Paul man Eddie Lee Grasty sentenced to 6 years for illegal firearm possession after assaulting a woman. His record includes violent crimes against women.

Minneapolis weather forecast includes a mix of sunny skies, high temperatures, and potential smoke from wildfires affecting air quality, with a shift next week to possible showers and thunderstorms.

Brooklyn Park, effective June 1, 2025, will no longer accept cash payments via city hall's drop box, urging residents to use checks, online, in-person, or phone payments for increased security.

The Aquatic Park in St. Louis Park opens June 4, offering amenities like water slides, and introduces new water aerobics classes and a sensory hour this season.

The Brooklyn Bridge Alliance for Youth offers a free summer program for 8th-12th graders, featuring activities and leadership development from June 16 to July 24.

Rice County, on World No Tobacco Day, grapples with tobacco use, reporting an uptick in adult cigarette consumption and high e-cigarette usage among 11th graders, while offering cessation support like "My Life My Quit" and "Quit Partner."