Mayors and Moms Demand Action met at the Minnesota State Capitol to call for assault weapon bans or the power for cities to enact their own gun laws, following a school shooting.

Tonkawood Road in Minnetonka will be closed for CenterPoint Energy gas main work, starting Sept. 4, with a 10-day expected duration and a detour in place.

Minnetonka Fire Department launches Community Connect, a free tool for residents to share household information to aid first responders in emergencies.

Ramsey County Manager Ling Becker has proposed a budget for 2026-2027 focused on sustainability and resilience, with an increase in the property tax levy to cover critical investments in the workforce and key services.

Minneapolis weather forecast includes a mix of sun, showers, and possible thunderstorms with fluctuating chances of rain throughout the week and comfortable temperatures in the 60s.

Washington County invites proposals for part of $700,000 opioid settlement funds to address the opioid crisis, open to organizations and individuals. Applications close October 10, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.

Minneapolis opens a Neighborhood Community Support & Resource Center at Lynnhurst Park to provide mental health services, financial guidance, and more to citizens affected by recent events.

A black female border collie/lab was found in Mankato, MN and taken to the City Impound. The City used Facebook to seek her owner, advising people to call 911 with info.

Brooklyn Park is set to present the Northwest Growth Area Plan to the City Council, shaped by public input from events and online forums, with residents encouraged to give feedback before the plan proceeds to environmental review.

St. Louis Park's Vision 4.0 initiative includes a pop-up artist series featuring the Mobile Sign Shop at Aquila Park to engage the community and gather input for future city plans.

Carver County Parks offers a six-week outdoor activity program for individuals 50+ at Lake Waconia Regional Park, featuring fishing, archery, and more, starting September 4.

Carver County Parks is offering the After School Adventure Club, with outdoor activities for kids aged 10-15, from Sep 4 to Oct 9, providing equipment for a fee, with limited spots available.

Morrison County has a packed schedule for the week of August 31 to September 6, with various meetings including budget talks and council events, virtual and in-person.