St. Louis Park invites local artists to create organics recycling-themed artwork for their Cart Art in the Park contest, with submissions accepted until June 23. Winning designs will feature on the city's organics carts.

The University of Minnesota Regents are discussing a balanced budget proposal for FY 2026, addressing tuition and funding challenges. New officers were elected, and public input is open until June 17.

Minnesota's Inclusive Democracy Caucus criticizes Trump's deployment of US Marines in Los Angeles, accusing him of authoritarian tactics and Constitutional rights violations.

Hennepin County Administrator, David Hough, announces retirement set for July 31, 2025, with an advisory role to follow.

A Golden Valley man pled guilty to wire fraud in a scheme defrauding a federal child nutrition program during the pandemic, marking his forty-sixth conviction.

Coon Rapids announces its 4th of July Celebration with parade registration open and a call for food trucks; festivities include a parade, carnival, and fireworks from July 2-4.

Minneapolis anticipates a weather pattern with showers and possible thunderstorms, starting today with a 30% rain chance and patchy fog, continuing into next week with fluctuating precipitation probabilities.

Mankato Police are searching for Jocelyn Rose Saarela, a 14-year-old runaway last seen on Stoltzman Road, possibly heading to Minneapolis. She has blond hair, blue eyes, is 5'10", and weighs 110 lbs. Public assistance is requested.

NDC's Plan It! supports St. Paul entrepreneurs like Dalton Outlaw, with initiatives for community impact and affordable housing.

Brooklyn Park's EDA will hold sessions on June 16, 2025, to discuss economic development, with details available online and resources provided by CCX Media for those who cannot attend.

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board announces the return of Red, White and Boom! on July 4, 2025, with activities, food, and fireworks on the riverfront.

Duluth City Councilor Mike Mayou from the second district announces his departure due to his family's need for more accessible housing, effective by the end of June.

Operation Safe Summer, aimed at reducing crime in Minneapolis, resulted in 92 arrests for offenses including gun possession and drug trafficking, with 25 guns and 12 stolen vehicles seized.