CenterPoint Energy starts natural gas infrastructure upgrade on Aldrich Avenue in Minneapolis, which may affect local traffic and parking until early October.

Republic Services rescheduled Greenhaven's Curbside Bulky Waste Cleanup for September 17 after an unforeseen delay, as confirmed by the City of Brooklyn Park.

Brooklyn Park's Sixth Annual Restaurant Week from September 23-29 showcases local cuisine with a Restaurant Week Bingo game to win gift cards at city eateries.

Plymouth hosts sensory-friendly disco with wireless headphones offering three music channels, avoiding loud sounds and flashing lights, and providing sensory bins and quiet areas.

A University of Minnesota study reveals barriers to sports participation among youths with multiple marginalized identities, showing a stark gap compared to more privileged peers.

The University of Minnesota established the EMBRACE Center for dementia care, funded by a $5.8 million grant, to improve care through trials on care interventions.

The Minneapolis Office of Community Safety launched a bi-weekly newsletter to update locals on safety-related matters, with new leadership and community events highlighted.

Morrison County announces road maintenance including paving, pothole patching, and bridge replacement which may cause detours and calls for driver caution.

Morrison County Board of Commissioners details a schedule of meetings and events from September 15-21, including environmental, planning, and community sessions.

Minneapolis police arrested an 18-year-old after a teenager was shot downtown. The quick arrest followed the shooting, and the injured 14-year-old is being treated. The incident underscores the city's gun violence issue.

Wright County Sheriff's Office reported multiple arrests from September 9 to 15, including drug violations, domestic assault, DWI, and second-degree murder.

The Minnetonka Police Explorers program is recruiting youths aged 14-21 to gain insight into law enforcement and support community events. An info session is scheduled for Sept. 25.

Plymouth offers free paper shredding and bicycle recycling on Oct. 1 at the Plymouth Maintenance Facility; residents advised to remain in vehicles during the event.