The Twin Cities region is under severe cold weather advisories, with temperatures expected to reach extreme lows, posing risks of frostbite and hypothermia.

Chanhassen City is seeking residents to fill open commission seats and encourages civic engagement through a Facebook post, inviting community members to influence the city's future.

Re-elected Burnsville Mayor Elizabeth Kautz and Council Members Dan Gustafson and Cara Schulz take their oaths, pledging continued service to the community.

City officials and the I-94 West Corridor Coalition discussed potential legislative projects to improve the I-94 corridor during a breakfast event, as detailed in a City of Maple Grove social media post.

A water main break at 1924 E Ninth Street in Duluth has disrupted services, with no estimated time for repairs yet. Updates are available on the Comfort Systems outage map.

Minneapolis police mourn the loss of Haven, a Mounted Patrol Unit horse, who passed away after surgery complications.

Brooklyn Park has designated January 13-17 as Recycling Week. Residents are reminded to place their bins curbside by 6:30 a.m. Ensure proper placement and avoid bagging recyclables. The Brooklyn Park HRG Recycling app is available for assistance.

Eric Houston offers a free session to educate on spotting and avoiding scams, emphasizing hands-on learning with real-world examples to help residents protect themselves.

Cleary Lake Regional Park offers a kicksledding event on January 25, with the chance to explore the winter landscape Scandinavian-style. Equipment provided; registration required.

The National Weather Service warns of dangerously low temperatures and wind chills in Minneapolis and parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin, with cold conditions persisting through the week.

The St. Louis Park Rec Center hosts engaging winter activities for kids, including making paint bombs, exploring construction equipment, and building DIY pinball machines.

The City of St. Louis Park encourages residents to attend the National Day of Racial Healing event featuring discussions and closing remarks from Mayor Nadia Mohamed.

Duluth is hiring temporary snow plow operators to keep streets clear during winter; the City announced the need for additional snow removal personnel.