Saint Paul is accepting applications for Neighborhood STAR and Cultural STAR programs for 2025, with funds aimed at capital projects and cultural initiatives. Deadline for submission is May 2.

The 31st annual Minneapolis Earth Day Clean Up event is scheduled for April 19, and volunteers are invited to help clean parks without pre-registration.

A vehicle stopped in Minneapolis led to the arrest of a passenger with a modified handgun and the later capture of the driver after a chase involving police officers, a K9 unit, and a drone team.

A Brooklyn Park man was arrested for breaking windows and unlawful entry, facing burglary and property damage charges. No weapon was involved, and no other injuries were reported, although the suspect was slightly injured.

A wastewater spill near Cedar Lake, Minneapolis, prompted action by the Metropolitan Council after suspected theft caused infrastructure sabotage. Cleanup and repair were swift, and warnings were issued to the public.

The Minnesota Senate DFL majority unveiled their budget targets for 2025, emphasizing support for education, health care, and state stability amid national issues.

Blaine is considering an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) application, with a public hearing scheduled for community input on the proposed housing option.

Blaine's Planning Commission schedules a public hearing to discuss a new EV charging station by iONNA. The meeting is on April 8, 2025, at Blaine City Hall.

Blaine is hosting a public hearing on April 8, 2025, to discuss a new development plan involving two outlots and a road extension at 125th Avenue NE and Lexington Avenue.

Nicalas Vance Hall and two juveniles were arrested following a robbery in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota; evidence was uncovered, and stolen items were recovered.

Dakota County is hosting a Teen Job Fair on April 12 at the Western Service Center, featuring potential employer meetings and virtual reality career exploration.

St. Louis Park updates city code with Ordinance No. 2693-25 to regulate cannabis-related businesses, effective April 11, 2025, introducing a fee schedule for retailers.

Saint Paul, Minnesota hosted the Green Ramsey Expo & Career Fair, focusing on sustainable practices and green careers.