Plymouth's Halloween at the Lake event on Oct 25 includes inflatables, treats, games, and a DJ dance party. Attend for free and enjoy food trucks and family-friendly Halloween activities.

The Minnesota Sheriff's Association is offering scholarships to support students pursuing law enforcement careers, with applications due by November 30, 2024.

A Cass County felon was sentenced to 20 months in prison for straw purchasing a firearm. He also faces 3 years of supervised release post-incarceration.

The article provides a detailed weather forecast for the Twin Cities, highlighting a mix of sunny days, potential showers, and calm evenings with mild temperatures leading into an uneventful weather week with no hazardous conditions expected.

Mankato announced three finalists for its new Director of Public Safety following Amy Vokal's retirement. The candidates include local law enforcement veterans Jeremy Clifton and Matt DuRose, and Wade Lyons from Austin, TX.

Mankato and Eagle Lake fire departments start joint training at the Mankato Firefighter Academy to enhance skills in fire behavior and safety, running until May 2025.

Anoka County Sheriff's Office is hosting an open house on September 24th, inviting the community for food, fun, and insight into law enforcement activities.

Minneapolis invests $1.5 million into Agate Housing to prevent closure, requiring the facility to match the funds for refurbishments and obtain city approval for an operations plan.

Minnesota Board on Aging allocates $4.4 million in grants to 37 organizations to support individuals with dementia and their caregivers, fostering innovation in care services.

St. Louis Park offers a free paper shredding event for residents to safely dispose of sensitive documents on September 20 at the Municipal Service Center.

Algae blooms in Minneapolis lakes could be toxic and residents are advised to avoid contact with affected waters for their safety and that of their pets.

BCA released names from a Yellow Medicine County force incident where Kasey Willander was shot by police and is expected to recover; officers involved are on leave, an investigation is ongoing.

The Minnesota State Fire Marshal stresses the importance of fire safety for college students as universities start new semesters, highlighting strategies in a blog post.