A North Dakota man, Jake Noland Northern, faces federal charges for fentanyl trafficking, with the indictment stemming from a conspiracy starting February 2023.

Maple Grove firefighters tested over five miles of hoses against high pressure to meet safety standards, ensuring their equipment's reliability for emergencies.

Minneapolis waives adoption fees at MACC during Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog Month to help find homes for pets and encourage adoption during a period of full capacity.

Eden Prairie Art Center announces art classes for all ages this fall, with registration required, offering activities from pottery to painting and including a free adult open house event.

St. Louis Park introduces tenant protection requiring landlords to issue a 30-day pre-eviction notice starting Nov. 1, 2024, and mandates rental license training for new landlords.

The University of Minnesota study reveals that combined rising CO2 and nitrogen pollution is threatening grassland biodiversity, with a two-decade experiment showing a significant decline in plant species richness.

Minneapolis golfers can now easily book tee times with a new virtual Tee Time Booking Assistant by Play Golf Minneapolis, offering notifications for available slots.

The University of Minnesota reports a decline in job accessibility across US urban areas due to changes in transit post-COVID-19, with driving commutes heavily impacted.

Senator Foung Hawj visited the Red Lake Nation, engaging with leaders on native issues and expressing commitment to legislative support for their concerns.

Dakota County Historical Society hosts a Veterans Day luncheon featuring a talk on Pearl Harbor by historian Frank Sachs on Nov. 9 at the Sibley Historic Site.

Winners of the Minnetonka Annual Photo Contest have been announced, with stunning visuals capturing the city's landscapes, wildlife, lifestyle, and unique character across various categories.

Minneapolis extends early voting hours and adds new locations, including pop-up sites, to facilitate voter participation before Election Day. Eligible voters can also vote by mail, with applications recommended by October 29.

Minneapolis Animal Care and Control partners with ASPCA and Best Friends Society to encourage shelter dog adoptions and reunite lost pets with owners, amidst a rise in local animal bites.