An impaired driver's collision with an ATV injured Woodbury police officer Allan Olson and his son, sparking the family's recovery journey and advocacy against impaired driving.

Maple Grove city offices will open at 9:30 a.m. on December 11th due to an employee appreciation event, as announced by city officials. Regular hours will resume afterward.

An officer-involved shooting in Monticello occurred after deputies confronted a man with a knife, leading to one deputy firing their weapon and wounding the individual, now in stable condition.

Bloomington plans a public hearing for a proposed daycare facility permit on December 18, 2025, at 6:00pm, with options for attendance in person or electronically.

Trump administration ends TPS for Somali and Burmese residents, affecting thousands with status expiring on January 26, 2026; Saint Paul offers resources and legal aid.

Bloomington Planning Commission schedules a public hearing to discuss amending building height regulations on Dec 18, 2025, with options for in-person and remote participation.

Saint Paul has launched an annual gnome scavenger hunt, inviting residents to search various parks for gnomes to solve an eight-letter password and win a prize.

Isolated flurries possible on Thanksgiving Day in Minneapolis, with mostly cloudy skies and highs near 27°F. The weather to stay chilly throughout the holiday weekend with potential snowfall Friday night and Saturday.

The Saint Paul Planning Commission discussed a permit for Leaflet Missal to operate in a historic building, city planning improvements, and a new licensing system named PAULIE. Public engagement and transparency were emphasized.

St. Paul Police Chief Axel Henry reflects on successes in reducing violent crime and challenges like staffing issues, emphasizing continuous improvement and collaboration with city leadership.

In Mankato, police, fire teams, local agencies, and Hy-Vee distributed holiday meal kits to 100 needy families, supported by a $2,000 grant from the Minnesota Chiefs of Police Foundation.

Minnesota law enforcement intensifies patrols for impaired drivers during holidays, inspired by a family tragedy and supported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's funding for enforcement and awareness campaigns.

The Minnesota Senate Asian Pacific Caucus condemned the removal of TPS for Myanmar nationals in Minnesota, stressing ongoing conflict in Myanmar and the Karen community's contributions to the state.