Greg Duren is appointed Interim Fire Chief of the Saint Paul Fire Department, succeeding Butch Inks, with a formal successor selection process pending.

Maple Grove, MN recognizes snow plow crews and 'hydrant heroes' for their roles in maintaining community safety during winter by clearing streets and ensuring fire hydrants are accessible.

The City of Duluth, MN, is taking nominations for the Good Neighbor Award, to honor locals making a difference. Mayor Reinert emphasized grassroots civic engagement in the award's announcement.

Minneapolis Councilmember Jason Chavez celebrated accomplishments during his term, citing authored ordinances, budget amendments, and community resilience against over-policing, and outlined future commitments for Ward 9.

Saint Paul has seen a significant reduction in homicides, achieving the lowest rate in 12 years. Police Chief Axel Henry credits proactive initiatives and community engagement for the improvement.

The Coon Rapids Police Department advises vehicle owners to use tracking technologies like OnStar, SiriusXM, and Apple AirTags to help recover stolen vehicles, emphasizing the importance of active subscription and personal responsibility.

St. Louis Park offers free Christmas tree disposal from January 5-23, with curbside pickup on trash days or drop-off available for eco-friendly recycling.

Free CPR and AED training sessions are offered by Heart Safe Plymouth, in collaboration with Plymouth Public Safety and the Rotary Club, with spots for early 2026.

Minnesota businesses are encouraged to apply for a new grant offering funds for cargo bikes and e-bikes to promote green transport for commercial use.

Mankato reminds residents of service changes on New Year's Day, with no bus service, garbage, or recycling on Jan. 1. Collections will resume with a shifted schedule after the holiday.

Mankato Police Explorers volunteered at Kiwanis Holiday Lights, with a social media post praising their community engagement. Despite weather challenges, the event remains a festive highlight, ending December 31.

City of Mankato announces holiday changes to municipal services, including closure of city offices on New Year's Day, no garbage/recycling collection on Jan. 1, and no city bus service. Collections rescheduled for Jan. 2 and 3.

The Wright County Sheriff's Office reported a variety of arrests, including DWIs and drug offenses, and noted an increase in traffic-related incidents over the holiday week.