Mankato begins a sealcoating project on August 11 to enhance street longevity, urging residents to comply with "No Parking" signs to avoid towing and expect some disruptions.

Mankato will have a road closure on North Belmont Drive for paving on August 11 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Local traffic can access properties, but others should expect detours.

Minneapolis police officers became heroes by manually pushing a broken-down car to ease traffic, highlighted in a positive social media post by their department.

Minneapolis police responded to a break-in at a local bar, found evidence of forced entry, and with the help of surveillance footage, arrested a woman nearby holding stolen property. Additional suspects are being investigated.

Smoke from Canadian wildfires is expected to reduce air quality in the Twin Cities, with an ongoing Air Quality Alert in Minnesota. An influx of smoke will lead to health risks, especially for sensitive groups.

Eden Prairie Police offers a Citizen Academy course; e-Bike safety emphasized; Arts in the Park calls for volunteers; Night to Unite collects food donations.

Duluth’s Sixth Avenue East reconditioning starts August 11, causing detours. The project includes curb and sidewalk repairs, a median island, and road repaving, with completion expected in October.

Blaine is launching roadwork projects affecting travel; key work includes pavement installations, street grading, and sewer replacements, with road closures and detours expected.

Tillges Orthotics & Prosthetics opens near Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids, offering hope and specialized care for limb loss patients, with personalized orthotic and prosthetic solutions.

Plymouth opens applications for its free 2025 Public Safety Citizens Academy, offering an in-depth look at police and fire services on Thursday evenings starting September 11.

The NWS issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Minneapolis with potential thunderstorms, gusty winds, and small hail, along with possible dense fog. A warm and sunny week is expected to follow.

Tree cutting accident in Hillman, MN, claims the life of Daniel Dickman after a section of tree struck him, causing a fatal fall.

Blaine, MN council to discuss a billboard permit on 8/18/2025. Public can attend or comment on the proposal by Outfront Media for a 65-foot billboard at 4202 Pheasant Ridge Drive NE.