Minneapolis Police arrested a repeat shoplifter who was caught with $230 worth of stolen goods. Public opinion is divided on the effectiveness of arrests to deter crime.

The Minnesota Paid Leave program begins on January 1, 2026, requiring employers to prepare for new labor rights, including appointing a Paid Leave Administrator and setting up a payroll tax for funding the program.

Minneapolis seeks innovative proposals for New Nicollet Redevelopment at former Kmart site, emphasizing community-aligned, dynamic urban components. Deadline is Jan. 6, 2026.

The Met Council plans to invest $14 million for public sewer system repairs across 81 cities to improve infrastructure and reduce excess water treatment costs.

Eden Prairie, Minnesota is managing its white-tailed deer population to reduce deer-vehicle collisions and overgrazing, with ongoing operations until March.

The Coon Rapids City Council meeting addressed business licenses, workers' comp, a new Parks and Rec member, liquor licensing for Cheers Pablo, donations, infrastructure, and a compensation plan.

The Coon Rapids Arts Commission announced winners for the 2025 Holiday Lighting Contest, with community homes displaying festive lights in motion and still categories.

Amanda Kaufman joins Plymouth as deputy city manager, with over a decade of municipal experience, to oversee City Clerk, Communications, and IT divisions.

Minneapolis gang member Gregory Hamilton receives a life sentence for murder and RICO conspiracy related to the killing of an innocent bystander, Darryl Wells Jr.

Eden Prairie offers protections against heating disconnections, light recycling, and promotes responsible disposal and composting, along with unique local gift options.

Rice County's Board of Commissioners approved an 8.51% property tax levy increase for the 2026 budget of $103 million, primarily due to state cost shifts, reduced aid, upcoming elections, and staff costs.

Minnesota DFL Senator Melissa Wiklund will retire at the end of her term in 2026, impacting health care legislation and the political landscape in Minnesota.

SWAT conducted a high-risk search warrant in Brooklyn Park, detaining several individuals without incident; the operation's nature remains undisclosed.