The City of Burnsville, Minnesota is hosting a free winter safety seminar focused on safe fireplace use on January 16 to educate residents and strengthen community safety.

Burnsville, Minnesota reports a 61% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from city operations since 2005, beating its sustainability goal 17 years early.

Blaine, Minnesota, is updating three parks with new playground equipment to replace the current, aging installations. The makeover aims to ensure safety and improve aesthetics, with distinct designs for each park.

A senior terrier mix was reunited with her owner in Mankato, Minnesota, after being found in a parking lot and featured in a social media post by the city government.

The Blaine, Minnesota City Council welcomed Chris Ford as a new member and reinstated Mayor Sanders and councilmembers Larson and Massoglia for the 2025-26 term, encouraging public engagement and transparency.

A new Chipotle Mexican Grill has opened in Maple Grove's southwest corridor, promising a variety of fresh Tex-Mex dishes to residents seeking more local dining options.

The Maple Grove Police Department honored its officers on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, expressing gratitude on Facebook for their dedication to public safety.

Brooklyn Park is updating its strategic plan and seeks resident input to refine its objectives and ensure the plan reflects community needs and visions. Residents can submit feedback online until January 27.

Antonio Taylor was extradited to Massachusetts to face larceny charges involving a disabled or senior victim, as announced by the Plymouth Police Department.

The MPRB published a Diamond Sports Facility Study and seeks public feedback to improve local baseball and softball facilities, with an online survey available for users to contribute.

University of Minnesota study highlights disparities in AI use in healthcare, with hospitals often failing to check AI for biases and resources affecting AI implementation and evaluation.

The CIDRAP report highlights the potential risks of CWD from deer to humans, emphasizing the need for better preparedness and response plans to address this issue.

Mike Slavik is elected chair of the Dakota County Board of Commissioners, emphasizing collaboration for upcoming projects and infrastructure improvements.