A Brooklyn Park man was arrested for breaking windows and unlawful entry, facing burglary and property damage charges. No weapon was involved, and no other injuries were reported, although the suspect was slightly injured.

Minnesota's OTS teams up with law enforcement for a distracted driving awareness campaign in April, highlighting the dangers of using smartphones while driving.

A wastewater spill near Cedar Lake, Minneapolis, prompted action by the Metropolitan Council after suspected theft caused infrastructure sabotage. Cleanup and repair were swift, and warnings were issued to the public.

Duluth seeks residents with knowledge of property values to join the Special Board of Review, which ensures fair property assessments and handles concerns.

The Minnesota Senate DFL majority unveiled their budget targets for 2025, emphasizing support for education, health care, and state stability amid national issues.

Minneapolis reports crime reduction in areas following proactive police efforts to prevent homeless encampments, correlating with the decrease in violent incidents in some neighborhoods.

The Rice County Diaper Bank Collaborative intensifies efforts to provide diapers to Northern California families, greatly alleviating their financial burden.

ICE detains a University of Minnesota grad student, causing a stir. Senator Clark criticizes ICE's presence on campus, advocating for sanctuary status and opposing Trump's immigration policies. The university had no prior knowledge of the incident.

Blaine's Planning Commission schedules a public hearing for The Goddard School's proposed expansion requiring a permit amendment. Residents can offer input or review plans online before the April 8, 2025 meeting.

Blaine is considering an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) application, with a public hearing scheduled for community input on the proposed housing option.

Blaine's Planning Commission schedules a public hearing to discuss a new EV charging station by iONNA. The meeting is on April 8, 2025, at Blaine City Hall.

Federal prison nurse Jessica Larson is indicted for sexual misconduct with an inmate and lying about it to authorities.

Blaine is hosting a public hearing on April 8, 2025, to discuss a new development plan involving two outlots and a road extension at 125th Avenue NE and Lexington Avenue.