The Bloomington Police, MN, won the "Show Us Your Sign" contest by All Traffic Solutions, recognized for creativity in traffic safety. They shared their win on social media, noting community engagement.

Brooklyn Park police assisted Minneapolis PD with a high-risk traffic stop related to a homicide investigation, apprehending a suspect without incident.

Community cooperation led to the arrest of a suspect in a Brooklyn Park stabbing, after tips helped police locate and detain the individual without incident.

Brooklyn Park’s drop-off event on Oct 11 offers residents a chance to recycle special items and shred papers at the Operations and Maintenance Building.

Minneapolis Police arrested an intoxicated man who threatened people with a gun in a hotel elevator; he was apprehended without injuries after entering a room.

Elderly man reported missing in Bunker Hills Park was safely found, as announced by Coon Rapids Police. The search involved community assistance. No details on the circumstances of his disappearance or discovery were provided.

Saint Louis Park began its seasonal hydrant flushing on September 22, aiming to complete by October 3, from 7 am to 5 pm daily. Residents can track progress via an online map.

Brooklyn Park's Recycling Week runs from September 22-26; carts must be out by 6:30 a.m. The city advises against bagging recyclables and offers an HRG Recycling app in multiple languages to help residents.

Apple Valley reminds residents of a ban on outdoor storage of inoperable or junk vehicles, allowing only minor repairs outside and advising on how to report violations.

Scott County is hosting a Fall Hiking Club at Cleary Lake Regional Park from September 29 to October 27, offering guided outdoor experiences every Monday evening.

Mixed weather with potential early fog and patchy thunderstorms is forecasted for Minneapolis. Short periods of showers and mostly cloudy skies with highs around 73 degrees are expected, alongside calm winds shifting northeast.

St. Louis Park has canceled its paper shredding event due to severe weather, with rescheduling set for spring 2026. Alternative disposal options are provided online.

Officers chased a theft-linked vehicle, resulting in a crash in Brooklyn Park. A male passenger fled but was caught; a found gun supported the driver's claim of being coerced to flee. Charges are pending.