Champlin, Minnesota encourages residents to compost Thanksgiving leftovers through their new Curbside Organics Recycling program, aiming to reduce waste and carbon footprint.

Blaine's Planning Commission to hold a hearing on Minnesota Performance's request to expand auto repair business and amend its conditional use permit for outdoor vehicle storage.

The National Weather Service predicts a cold start in Minneapolis with a chance of snow and mostly cloudy skies, advising residents of potential travel issues.

Former teacher Aaron Hjermstad receives life without parole for sexually assaulting 12 children; his crimes, spanning from 2013-2021, prompt a call for better child protection.

The Blaine Police Department shared safety tips on social media for Black Friday shopping, including situational awareness, securing valuables, hiding purchases in cars, parking smartly, and shopping in groups.

The Blaine Police Department is enforcing winter parking rules due to snow, issuing citations and reminding residents to keep streets clear for plows from 2 AM to 7 AM.

Officer Chad Streiff of Eden Prairie Police made three DWI arrests in one shift, marking his 25th 'Hat Trick.' He is a dedicated full-time DWI officer, funded by a grant, and has also achieved higher arrest counts in single shifts.

Minnesota DHS is transitioning from PCA and CSG services to CFSS starting October 1, 2024, and has updated the CBSM in October 2025, holding feedback sessions on EIDBI licensing in December 2025.

Blaine, MN job fair on Dec 3 offers positions with wages ranging from $13 to $42 per hour across various industries.

Four Saint Paul police officers graduated from Northwestern University's School of Police Staff and Command, according to a Facebook post from the department.

Hennepin County Sheriff's Office, led by Sheriff Dave Hutchinson, had a week of community engagement, including educational events, turkey distributions, discussions on public safety, and a dinner with Minnesota Vikings players.

Bloomington Police seek help finding Olivia Triplett, last seen in Minneapolis. She is 24, 5'7", 150 lbs, with black hair and brown eyes. Concerns for her safety are high; call 952-563-4900 or 911 with information.

Chanhassen, Minnesota completed its fiber optic drilling for the year and will continue restoration and cable pulling until winter sets in; drilling to resume in spring.