Minnesota's wine industry, as described by Prof. Soon Li Teh, is marked by distinctive, fruity flavors and is based on breeding hardy grape varieties suitable for its cold climate.

St. Louis Park has scheduled its State General Election for November 5, 2024, with various polling places set across the city for voters to elect national, state, and local officials.

A man was fatally shot in Minneapolis, with the incident possibly linked to illegal narcotics. Police arrived to find him deceased, and an investigation is ongoing, with no suspects yet apprehended.

Anoka County officials honored employees for their service and recognized October as Disability Employment Awareness Month, discussed employee insurance, approved park improvements, and addressed public safety at Bunker Beach.

Viking Boulevard in Anoka County is being upgraded from asphalt to concrete, including a new roundabout and trails for cyclists and pedestrians. The Rum River Bridge is also set for a major revamp.

The City of Plymouth is hosting a free Halloween Open Skate event on Oct. 31 at the Plymouth Ice Center, with costume wear encouraged and treat bags from Minnesota Orthodontics, while noting detour routes due to road construction.

Phase 2 of the Plymouth Boulevard Improvement Project begins today, ushering in road closures and detours, particularly at 36th Avenue, with alternatives provided. The city assures access to key destinations, including early voting at City Hall.

Minneapolis celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day by closing government offices on October 14, while maintaining essential services like 911 and waste collection; parking meters aren't enforced except in some areas. Normal operations resume October 15.

Minneapolis begins its street cleaning on Oct. 22 to protect waterways, with "No Parking" signs posted beforehand and online resources provided for residents.

A Maryland man, Karl Reid Selle, has been indicted for his involvement in a $35M bank fraud scheme, including conspiracy to commit bank fraud. He is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Minneapolis expects a week of sunny days and potential frost at night, with comfortable temperatures and gentle winds. Frost may appear early Tuesday, and the week's rest promises clear skies with temperatures reaching the upper 60s.

Minneapolis will host the 2024 Trans Equity Summit on October 30 to support the trans community with workshops and resources at McNamara Alumni Center.

Maci Jean Covey, a 14-year-old girl who had been reported missing in Mankato, has been found safe, as confirmed by the local Department of Public Safety.