The Maple Grove Police celebrated the graduation of their latest Citizens Police Academy class, emphasizing community engagement and law enforcement education.

CenterPoint Energy is upgrading gas lines and meters in East Harriet and King Field, Minneapolis, with temporary winter restorations and final fixes in spring/summer 2025. Information is available on their website.

CenterPoint Energy is near completing its gas main upgrades in South Minneapolis, with temporary restoration planned for winter and permanent fixes in 2025.

CenterPoint Energy is working on natural gas line upgrades in Morris this week, with construction followed by street restoration. Residents can contact Una O'Meara for more information.

The City of Minneapolis invested nearly $17 million, plus $1.5 million in tax credits, in 11 affordable housing projects to tackle the shortage of affordable rentals.

Ramsey County requests public input on a new Hazard Mitigation Plan aimed at reducing damage from natural disasters. The draft plan, ranking potential hazards, is available in PDF format and feedback can be submitted via a survey until December 22nd.

Ramsey County opens Winter Warming Spaces for the homeless until March 31, offering separate facilities for women, single men, and families with youth, including free shuttle service and warming supplies.

The Plymouth County Legislative Delegation met to discuss key issues and experienced MILO System training which focuses on de-escalation and situational awareness.

The City of Duluth, MN, provides various options for citizens to access City Council meetings, including live viewing, FM radio broadcasts, and archived records online.

Hennepin County and Plymouth request residents' input on federal housing fund allocation for a five-year plan through a survey to establish community needs.

The Cannon Falls Police seek help finding Christopher Dobson, who went missing with his dog. Footprints lead to the Cannon River, and his wet dog was found. The public is urged to call 507-263-2278 with info.

The Northern Starz Center in Ramsey is staging "The Sound of Music" in December, with tickets available at northernstarz.org. The production fosters community and cultural vitality.

A DWI suspect in Maple Grove hit two squad cars during a chase after a traffic stop and was arrested with multiple charges pending further investigation.