Minneapolis City Council has implemented measures supporting street vendors, including reduced permit costs and expanded vending locations, in response to safety and livability concerns.

Maple Grove Police reinstated the D.A.R.E program in schools, with Officers Smith and Slawson teaching kids life skills, decision-making, and drug resistance.

The Duluth Fire Department swiftly extinguished an early morning fire in a residential building, preventing injuries and highlighting the importance of working smoke alarms.

Mayors and Moms Demand Action met at the Minnesota State Capitol to call for assault weapon bans or the power for cities to enact their own gun laws, following a school shooting.

Minnetonka Fire Department launches Community Connect, a free tool for residents to share household information to aid first responders in emergencies.

Ramsey County Manager Ling Becker has proposed a budget for 2026-2027 focused on sustainability and resilience, with an increase in the property tax levy to cover critical investments in the workforce and key services.

Minneapolis weather forecast includes a mix of sun, showers, and possible thunderstorms with fluctuating chances of rain throughout the week and comfortable temperatures in the 60s.

Brooklyn Park is set to present the Northwest Growth Area Plan to the City Council, shaped by public input from events and online forums, with residents encouraged to give feedback before the plan proceeds to environmental review.

The Green Line light rail is testing in the Opus Area, with plans to start moving trains in September and go live in the fall, aiming for a 2027 launch.

Saint Paul businesses were notified of the scheduled minimum wage increases for 2026, with rates differing by business size, as part of the city's Minimum Wage Ordinance.

Duluth's Enger Tower and Aerial Lift Bridge will be lit in rainbow colors for Duluth-Superior Pride, symbolizing the city's commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusivity.

Residents in precincts 5-4 and 5-5 of southern Coon Rapids can participate in absentee voting for the House Seat 34B election at City Hall with extended hours on certain days.

Mankato firefighters contained a house fire on West Pleasant Street, with no hospitalization needed for the occupant rescued by a passerby. The cause is under investigation, with estimated damages at $35,000.