St. Louis Park, Minnesota offers a free organics drop-site program for multifamily residents without city collection service or on-site organics collection, aiming for sustainability and reduced landfill waste.

Maple Grove celebrated the graduation of new D.A.R.E. instructors trained by local officers Laurel Slawson and Justin Smith to combat drug abuse and violence.

Minneapolis police detained a driver for suspected DWI after finding them driving the wrong way with empty alcohol containers and drug paraphernalia in their car.

The Coon Rapids Police Department is hosting a drug take-back event on October 25th for safe disposal of unwanted prescriptions to reduce abuse and environmental harm.

Duluth Fire Department offers free CO alarms to residents, funded by a grant, with installation by firefighters.

Duluth police investigate the unsolved homicide of Chazz Toney, killed by a gunshot. No arrests have been made; the investigation is active and ongoing. Authorities encourage public assistance.

Minnesota city leaders, including Mayor Melvin Carter, appeal to state lawmakers for local authority to enact gun violence prevention measures in response to a school shooting.

Minneapolis weather is set to be unpredictable, with chances of showers and thunderstorms mixed with partly sunny periods and mild to fresh winds. Highs will range from the upper 50s to low 70s.

Carver County Parks is seeking public input for Baylor Regional Park's revamp and has scheduled two open houses for community feedback on concept designs.

Bloomington Police partner with SAVE to launch Minnesota's first loss teams, providing support for suicide survivors through immediate assistance and empathetic care.

Minneapolis Police encourage citizens to adopt crime prevention measures such as locking cars and not leaving valuables in sight, and to register their surveillance cameras to aid investigations.

Minnesota DOT's virtual event on sustainable stormwater strategies is set for October 16, offering insight into eco-friendly practices for infrastructure.

Eden Prairie residents are reminded of yard waste management options including the Yard Waste Site hours, curbside pickup, composting at home, hazardous waste disposal, and energy conservation tips.