Activists say a recent PUC move to let trash and wood burning qualify as "carbon‑free" hands a lifeline to Minneapolis’ HERC and could undermine the 2040 law. They vow to escalate pressure on county leaders.

Tom Morello announced a last‑minute benefit at First Avenue on Friday. The matinee pairs Morello, Rise Against and guests to raise funds for the families of Renée Good and Alex Pretti.

Billboards in Minnesota display the faces of missing or murdered Indigenous individuals, seeking justice and remembrance, funded by donations and MMIR license plate sales.

Neighbors and planners sketched housing, geothermal and cleanup options for the University of Minnesota's 141‑acre Les Bolstad site at a Jan. 22 meeting in Falcon Heights. The sale would shift the land into city zoning and trigger months of studies and approvals.

Video shows ICE agents handcuff and remove a St. Paul organizer outside the Hallie Q. Brown Community Center, raising fresh concerns about federal enforcement in the city.

The Duluth Police Department has informed the public about the release of high-risk offender Casimir Robert Krithers and emphasized community safety and awareness.

Minneapolis is forecasted to experience frigid temperatures with highs around 9°F, wind chills as low as -12°F, and light winds offering little relief.

Jason Chavez of Minneapolis Ward 9 reports a security firm and Border Patrol agents have partially withdrawn from the area, emphasizing the need for vigilance to support immigrants amidst ongoing ICE activities.

Coon Rapids seeks nominations for its annual Sustainability Awards to honor local environmental contributions. Nominations are accepted via email until February 28.

The Brooklyn Park Police Department promotes Identity Theft Awareness Week, advocating for stronger passwords, two-factor authentication, and vigilance against phishing.

The Plymouth Police Department shared a report detailing their 824 incidents, 18 arrests, 13 criminal complaints, 35 auto accidents, 82 traffic stops, and 46 mental health checks from January 18-24, 2026.

Bloomington City Council to hold a public listening session on immigration enforcement, inviting residents to share their perspectives at the Civic Plaza.

Officer Carlson joined the Coon Rapids Police C.O.P.P.S unit in 2023, bringing experience from Lino Lakes PD, a focus on community engagement, and a passion for various hobbies and safety.