Brooklyn Park announces a Recycling Week from October 7-11, urging residents to practice correct recycling habits and offering a Special Materials Drop-Off Day on October 12th.

A 10-year-old boy was hit by a car but suffered non-life-threatening injuries in Brooklyn Park. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, stayed on the scene and cooperated with police.

Brooklyn Park, in collaboration with Real Estate Equities and Big-D Companies, begins building Decatur Landing Apartments, offering affordable and market-rate housing.

The City of Saint Paul has announced hybrid City Council meetings with options for in-person and virtual public engagement, as well as digital access to documents to promote environmental and fiscal responsibility.

A man died in a motorcycle crash in Faribault, MN, after his bike hit trees and caught fire. He wasn't wearing a helmet. Authorities are investigating the cause.

The Outdoor Recreation School offers a Family & Friends Archery series on October 19 and 26 at Cleary Lake Regional Park, for ages 7+, with equipment provided and group discounts available.

The Waconia Rotary Club has donated $10,000 for new outdoor furniture at Paradise Commons in Lake Waconia Regional Park, enhancing the community space.

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.