Mankato Police reported 360 traffic stops with 129 citations in December, highlighting speed violations and 24 DWIs, with a BAC of .22 as the highest recorded.

Eden Prairie Police Department expands its cadet program, adding three cadets who combine their educations with practical police experience, with city-sponsored tuition.

Minnesota Senate President Bobby Joe Champion requests a federal investigation into an ICE raid in Minneapolis over potential civil liberties violations.

Minnesota officials sue Homeland Security over ICE agent surge, claiming it causes unrest and disrupts daily life. Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy supports the lawsuit, addresses unrest and civil liberty violations following Renee Good's death.

The Wright County Sheriff's Office reported numerous arrests for substance, DWI, and assault charges over a week, highlighting ongoing public safety efforts.

Minnesota's AG sues DHS to stop a surge of federal agents, citing unconstitutional profiling and terrorizing of residents, with added strain on local services and significant costs.

Minneapolis weather forecast predicts a chilly weekend with increasing clouds, gusty winds, and a temperature drop to 14 degrees. Snow and colder conditions are expected through MLK Day.

Burnsville, Minnesota, offers a free seminar on January 15 for community members to learn about recognizing and responding to crises with care and confidence.

Blaine, Minnesota offers free heat tape installation to prevent pipe freezing, funded by CDBG-CV through Anoka County, with a January 16, 2026, application deadline. Contact Elizabeth Showalter for details.

Joe Hogeboom featured on the latest Maple Grove City Report, discussing council actions and community events, and encouraging civic engagement via a link on their Facebook page.

Warm weather leads to closure of sledding hill and poor ski trail conditions in Carver County's regional parks, affecting winter sports activities. Rentals remain available on weekends.

Duluth Economic Development Authority launches a pilot program waiving the fee for Commercial Operator’s Permits, allowing local mobile food vendors to operate in city parks for free this summer.

A brown male dog missing an ID was found near a Burger King in Mankato and is under the care of Mankato Public Safety. The city encourages those with information to call 911.