Minneapolis is concluding its Spring City Trees Lottery, where residents can register for up to three low-cost trees to enhance the urban environment. The initiative supports sustainability and community involvement in greening the city.

Officer Felicia Reilly posthumously received the Medal of Valor from the Saint Paul Police for bravery in duty, with her family accepting the honor at a ceremony.

St. Louis Park, MN, is offering TGA Tennis Camp for all levels this summer, including tennis and pickleball training with a final day at the Aquatic Park.

St. Paul mourns Officer Felicia Reilly, honored for her dedicated service and impact on the community. Her passing is marked by tributes and a funeral procession.

A CSO from the Minneapolis Police returned a lost wallet using his training, highlighting the value of their CSO Program, which offers experience and free college tuition.

Mankato announced a Climate Action Plan seeking community input through events and the "Every Voice Mankato" platform to shape sustainability strategies.

551 people participated in a charity Polar Plunge at Riley Lake, raising $184,556 for Special Olympics Minnesota, with police involvement in the event.

The Saint Paul BZA public hearing set for March 17, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is rescheduled for March 31. Public comments are open until March 14, and submissions require personal details.

Allison Farole is appointed as the new director of Minnesota's HSEM, starting May 7, 2025, bringing over a decade of experience from Grand Rapids, MI.

The METRO Gold Line BRT debuts in Saint Paul on March 22, with dedicated roadway, frequent service, and plans for electric buses. The B Line also launches on June 14. This expansion is part of the region's transit-oriented development strategy.

Dakota County debuts a new jail unit for inmates with mental health and chemical dependency issues, designed with healing in mind and funded by the American Rescue Plan Act.

A Mankato man was indicted for creating and possessing child sexual abuse materials through October 2024, with charges including production, advertisement, and possession of child pornography.

A Minnesota man, Timothy Fox, was seriously injured after falling 20 feet from a roof while working on a chimney. He was airlifted to a hospital for treatment.