Rose Louann Powell was arrested and charged with 1st Degree Arson following an intentional house fire in Mankato, investigated by local police, fire departments, and the State Fire Marshal's Office. No injuries were reported from the incident.

CenterPoint Energy completes construction in Plymouth and moves east towards Kilmer Lane North, with service crews working on gas main connections and meter relocation. Lane shifts expected due to the work.

A car hit a telephone pole in Plymouth, possibly after the driver had a medical emergency. Police responded and provided CPR; the driver was hospitalized, and Clifford Road was closed for investigation.

The Minnesota DHS and MN-NEAT are hosting a webinar on the importance of sensory equipment in assistive technology for disabled individuals on May 22, 2025.

Minnesota Senate passes a bill allowing cities to create social districts for outdoor alcohol consumption, aiming to boost community connections and local economy.

Senators Hauschild and Farnsworth secured an amendment to extend 26 weeks of unemployment benefits to 600 laid-off Iron Range miners during a Senate debate.

Mayor Reinert of Duluth discusses plans for the Lester Golf Course as a year-round recreational space after community consultation and the work of the Lester Golf Working Group.

Senator Liz Boldon and 30 Minnesota lawmakers urge protection of Head Start programs against proposed federal cuts in a letter to their federal delegation.

Minneapolis wins the 2025 Vision Zero for Youth Leadership Award for prioritizing child safety on streets through policies including a citywide 20 mph speed limit.

Sherburne County is inviting public input on Boulder Creek Wine Bar's application for on-sale and off-sale wine licenses, with a hearing scheduled for May 6th.

Riverwind Park is offering a "Beginners Pickleball Class" on May 3 to teach new players the basics of the game, providing equipment and tips on local play opportunities.

Minneapolis weather forecast predicts clear skies and a warming trend, with occasional chances of showers and steady winds. The upcoming week indicates highs reaching into the 80s.

Metro Transit is proposing to replace the Northstar Commuter Rail with flexible bus services and seeks public input through an online survey and meetings.