Minnesota's Senate Working Group on Gun Violence Prevention discussed various gun control measures in a recent meeting, though no formal votes were taken.

Metro Transit announces new Route 725 to connect northwest metro cities, aiming to reduce commute times and improve crosstown links starting in December.

Plymouth's autumn pottery classes are fully booked, offering courses in wheel-throwing, hand-building, and glazing for participants over 16, with high demand showing strong community interest in the craft.

Minneapolis tackles homelessness with encampment dismantlement, addiction treatment initiatives, increased affordable housing production, mental health support, inclusive economic opportunities, and anti-human trafficking efforts.

Washington County and Forest Lake propose improvements to County Road 50 and Hwy 61, offering an online public engagement platform from September 17 to October 1 to gather feedback on the project.

Local officials host an online auction for surplus vehicles and equipment, including trucks, plows, and a mower. The sale lists items like 2020 GMC Sierra pickups and a 2013 Ford Explorer, open until Oct. 6 at bid-2-buy.com.

Wright County announced roadwork on CSAH 39 in Monticello starting September 22, 2025, with an 8-month plan that includes trail construction, surface reconstruction, and drainage improvements.

Hennepin County operates drop-off facilities for safe disposal of hazardous materials in Bloomington, Brooklyn Park, and Chaska, to promote environmental protection and public health.

Minneapolis nominates three African American historical sites for the National Register of Historic Places following a city study on local African American history.

Metro Transit launches a new "micro" bus service in Blaine, offering door-to-door, ride-share options with ADA-accessible minibuses and app or phone booking.

Former Accounting Manager Destiny McKayla Combs was sentenced to 51 months in prison for embezzling $2.7 million from her employer to fund her gambling.

Anoka County is holding a free collection event for residents to recycle surplus building materials, promoting sustainability but excluding businesses and non-profits.

Edward Tiki Arrington appeared in federal court facing charges related to a fatal carjacking spree in Minneapolis that resulted in two deaths and critical injury to a child.