Minneapolis wins the 2025 Vision Zero for Youth Leadership Award for prioritizing child safety on streets through policies including a citywide 20 mph speed limit.

Anoka County Parks offers birding events and other nature activities during May, welcoming visitors to explore local wildlife and participate in outdoor educational programs.

Ramsey County declares May 2025 as Tech Month to celebrate the technology sector's local economic impact, offering events and resources to support community connections and tech workers.

The Senate passed a Jobs and Labor Omnibus Budget bill, Senate File 1832, which aims to boost Minnesota's workforce and economy with new initiatives, including those by Senator Pha.

Minneapolis weather is mostly sunny with a high of 69 degrees; slight chance of showers tonight and in the coming days, with warmer and clearer conditions over the weekend.

Sherburne County is inviting public input on Boulder Creek Wine Bar's application for on-sale and off-sale wine licenses, with a hearing scheduled for May 6th.

Anoka County is hosting a composting event with education on its benefits and free compost distribution on May 17 at the Bunker Hills Activity Center.

Young Minnesotans participated in the 50th Annual Minnesota Law Enforcement Explorer Conference in Rochester, with over 500 Explorers attending. Maple Grove Police Explorers earned 5th in a competition and valued the learning experience.

Plymouth Police Department's report shows 719 incidents, 14 arrests, 10 criminal complaints, 20 accidents, and 68 traffic stops in a week, plus thanks to officers and community.

The Eden Prairie Police Department collected 418 pounds of medications during a Drug Take Back event, offering a safe disposal option to prevent misuse and environmental harm.

A man was arrested for failing to register as a sex offender during a Minneapolis police crackdown on illegal street gambling, where other participants were warned and released.

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is closing its public buildings at 2 pm due to severe weather forecasts, impacting childcare programs and activities.

St. Louis Park announces an “Cart Art in the Park” contest for residents to submit artwork promoting organics recycling to be featured on organics carts.