After the Minnesota Board of Pardons set aside eight convictions, a Twin Cities auto-shop owner was detained by ICE less than 24 hours later and flown to Texas.

The U signed an OCR resolution and severed ties with The PhD Project after federal officials flagged the partnership as race‑based; faculty were asked to name outside groups.

Minneapolis is experiencing a deep freeze with forecasts indicating continued extreme cold with wind chills as low as -35 degrees. Residents are advised to take precautions against the severe conditions.

A former Richfield Middle School employee admitted sexually assaulting a 14-year-old and was sentenced to one year in the county workhouse and five years' probation.

The Eden Prairie inpatient shift to outpatient care has left a shortfall of LGBTQ+-affirming residential addiction treatment and set off a scramble among providers and advocates.

An early-morning house fire in Hokah claimed one life and left another woman with extreme burns. Local and state investigators are working to determine the cause.

Maple Grove's Central Park skating loop closed due to severe cold; updates on additional closures available from Maple Grove Parks and Recreation. Restrooms and lobby remain open until 9 p.m.

Wright County has opened a temporary warming center at the Buffalo Library to help residents during a cold snap, with Public Health staff also providing support on site.

The Saint Paul City Council is updating ordinances to limit ICE's use of city property following controversial practices, with public hearings and council members advocating for community safety and legal clarity.

Minneapolis parks offer a mix of winter activities, including snow sculptures, line dancing, ice lantern making, board games, and a Galentine Sound Bath event.

Bloomington, Minnesota, is set to have a public hearing on February 2, 2026, to discuss amendments to city codes regarding the definition and regulation of "art structures" in zoning districts.

The Eden Prairie Police Department offers tips to secure homes during vacation, such as not advertising absence on social media, securing doors and windows, and using lights and timers. Neighbors' vigilance and concealing valuables are also advised.

St. Louis Park promotes sustainability through solar panel rebates, battery storage bonuses, reduced heating rates, insulation incentives, and infrastructure improvements for eco-friendly transportation and tree planting opportunities.