Maple Grove showcases its 5th graders' experience at JA BizTown, where students engage in a hands-on learning model simulating various professional and civic roles within a local economy.

Local heroes in Mankato teamed up with 23 children for the annual "Shop With a Hero" event, providing a memorable shopping spree and gift-wrapping experience, supported by community sponsors.

Coon Rapids celebrates the holiday season with its Tree Lighting Festival, featuring Santa visits, activities, and fireworks. Attendees can also support local food shelves through donations.

Bloomington Police Department's annual "Holiday Helpers in Blue" event brings officers and volunteers together to support local families in need during the holiday season.

Minneapolis police saved an elderly woman's life after a neighbor noticed something amiss and called for help, leading officers to find her injured at home.

The University of Minnesota reports record enrollment and emphasizes affordability, research excellence, and community engagement, while planning a future strategic vision with public input.

The Waianae Coast Rotary Club hosted its 28th Christmas Parade, reflecting community resilience despite high crime rates, with around 2,000 participants and 70 floats.

The Plano Police Association's Christmas Cops program marks 40 years of aiding those in need, providing essentials like clothes, gifts, and food to families facing hardships.

Lewisville concluded its Backyard Cottage Design Competition with diverse entries and winners, aimed at promoting affordable and accessible housing solutions.

DeKalb County announces trash pick-up schedule changes for Christmas and New Year's Day, with no collection on those Wednesdays and delays for the rest of the affected weeks.

Rocklin Police Department plans a DUI checkpoint on December 20 to combat impaired driving during the holidays, with support from grants aimed at improving road safety.

The White Settlement and Sherman Police Departments met to share strategies on community engagement and narrative shaping, aimed at improving police-community relations.

The Haverhill Police are seeking help to locate Angelica Lynn Gonyer, last contacted on December 13. The 32-year-old woman has blue eyes and a medium build and is missing under unclear circumstances.