Nine individuals were arrested, two stolen vehicles recovered, and an illegal firearm seized during a Brooklyn Park and HCSO crime crackdown operation.

Coon Rapids Police Department invites community to Stumpy's Hatchet House for an axe throwing event to support the 'Shop with a Cop' program benefiting children during the holidays.

The Scott County Sheriff's Office warns of an increase in cryptocurrency scams involving call ID manipulation and requests for digital currency payments to resolve fake legal issues.

The Food Scraps Pickup Program in Washington and Ramsey counties is expanding to 19 new communities to reduce food waste. Residents can sign up for the free curbside service starting October 1, 2024.

Coon Rapids is correcting a utility bill printing error affecting about 8,000 households. Residents should wait for new bills or check online for the correct amount due.

Metro Transit seeks community feedback on the Network Now initiative to reshape public transport in response to pandemic-related shifts in ridership through 2027, aiming to realign services with current needs.

The Minnesota Debt Fairness Act is now in effect, offering new protections for individuals with medical debt, such as banning credit bureau reporting and stopping automatic debt transfer to spouses.

Washington County Community Services is developing a Family Resource Center to support local families and is inviting community input through upcoming informational meetings, both in-person and online.

Senator Judy Seeberger from Minnesota leads efforts in D.C. to advocate for rural EMS support, after the state Legislators established an Office of EMS and funded services with $24 million.

Ramsey County declared October 3rd as Licensed Family Child Care Provider Recognition Day to honor child care providers for their role in children's development.

Hartkopf neighborhood prepares for continued Bulky Waste Cleanup; residents reminded to check guidelines for acceptable items as city crews return Tuesday to collect remaining waste.

The City of Apple Valley reminds residents to follow safety guidelines for recreational fires, including size restrictions, distance from structures, supervision, and material limitations.

Minneapolis transitional housing gets $1.5 million city grant and a matching anonymous donation for renovations, despite needing to temporarily close for safety.