The Mankato community celebrated the inauguration of new public safety officers and promotions within the department, highlighted in a Facebook post by Mankato Police and Fire.

A federal agent in Saint Paul fired their weapon and was injured after being struck by a vehicle; the suspect was arrested with no injuries. Police deferred to ICE for details.

Anoka County invites public feedback on its updated Hazard Mitigation Plan before the December 26 deadline, aiming for collaborative disaster preparedness.

Saint Paul police were involved in a shooting during a vehicle recovery; a man was shot in the leg after pointing a gun at officers. The BCA is investigating the incident.

Duluth firefighters responded to a significant house fire on Gladstone Street; all occupants escaped, two cats were rescued, and the home was left uninhabitable.

Township board positions in Rice County are available for election, with a filing period from Dec. 30, 2025, to Jan. 13, 2026. Residents must meet certain criteria to run for office and pay a $2 filing fee.

St. Louis Park launches a New Year gnome-hunting initiative in local parks for community engagement and outdoor activity, with weekly clues provided for participants to find and share photos of gnomes.

Minneapolis faces a slick Monday morning due to icy conditions, as a Winter Weather Advisory warns of hazardous travel with a mix of freezing rain, sleet, and snow.

Fire departments quickly controlled a blaze at a house on York Ave. with no casualties reported, and the Red Cross is assisting the affected residents.

Blaine Police Department collaborated with the community for a successful toy drive, collecting 15 bins of toys with the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, ensuring a brighter holiday for children.

St. Louis Park has designated December 18 as International Migrants Day in support of migrants' contributions and challenges, and is working on anti-discrimination measures.

Minneapolis Council Member Jason Chavez wrote to U.S. Senators Klobuchar and Smith, urging them to oppose legislation criminalizing gender-affirming care for transgender minors.

The 2025 Justin Morneau Winter Warm-up Coat Drive in Maple Grove, led by police departments, amassed over 3,000 coats for the Salvation Army, an ongoing effort with over 60,000 coats collected in a decade.