Burnsville adjusted its paving schedule for Burnsville Parkway West due to potential rain, moving closures to Monday and Tuesday with flagged operations. Updates will be available on Waze and the city's Facebook page.

Michael Lual Nhial is charged with second-degree murder for the death of David Stuart Chant in Burnsville, with evidence including a heated exchange and DNA linking him to the scene.

Alycia Sprague joins Blaine Police Department as a records tech, bringing experience from the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. She enjoys 70's and 90's rock music and nature for stress relief.

Maple Grove's annual Restaurant Week has started, offering special deals and discounts from 30 local eateries to showcase the city's diverse culinary options.

Saint Paul's Lake Phalen beach is closed due to high E. coli levels, with re-opening pending safer water conditions. Regular updates are provided by Saint Paul Parks and Recreation.

Community centers in Saint Paul held an indoor Amazing Race event to avoid bad air quality, with Battle Creek winning. Staff adapted quickly to ensure a successful event fostering community spirit.

Chaplain John Morris retired after four years of service with the Minnesota State Patrol, having provided support and comfort to troopers during challenging times.

Minnesota lauded 66 officers as "DWI Enforcer All-Stars" for removing over 5,000 impaired drivers from roads, with Trooper Culbeaux making 224 arrests.

Duluth's ePlace system will be offline for maintenance on August 12, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Residents should plan permit/licensing needs accordingly.

The Plymouth Police responded to 782 incidents, including 15 arrests, dealt with 95 traffic stops, 30 accidents, 35 alarms, 21 disturbances, 35 suspicious activities, and conducted 53 medical/mental health checks from Aug 3-9, 2025.

Mankato, Minnesota has installed a new volleyball court at F.A. Buscher Park, complete with a drainage system for year-round play, benefiting community engagement and recreation.

Minneapolis police quickly thwarted a car theft, arresting a teen and seeking another suspect, with evidence including tools found in the damaged vehicle.

Apple Valley imposes a summer watering ban between 11 AM and 6 PM from May 1st to September 30th to conserve water during peak hours, with some exceptions.