Morrison County Board of Commissioners has multiple public meetings from March 30 to April 5, 2025, including planning sessions and MOCO Day events for community engagement.

The Blaine Police Department welcomes four new officers from diverse backgrounds, including one former Community Service Officer and three from the ICPOET program, intended to enhance community policing.

The Minnesota Senate DFL majority unveiled their budget targets for 2025, emphasizing support for education, health care, and state stability amid national issues.

ICE detains a University of Minnesota grad student, causing a stir. Senator Clark criticizes ICE's presence on campus, advocating for sanctuary status and opposing Trump's immigration policies. The university had no prior knowledge of the incident.

Blaine's Planning Commission schedules a public hearing for The Goddard School's proposed expansion requiring a permit amendment. Residents can offer input or review plans online before the April 8, 2025 meeting.

Blaine is considering an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) application, with a public hearing scheduled for community input on the proposed housing option.

Blaine's Planning Commission schedules a public hearing to discuss a new EV charging station by iONNA. The meeting is on April 8, 2025, at Blaine City Hall.

Blaine is hosting a public hearing on April 8, 2025, to discuss a new development plan involving two outlots and a road extension at 125th Avenue NE and Lexington Avenue.

St. Louis Park City amends ordinances to allow sale of cannabis paraphernalia at licensed tobacco and hemp shops starting April 11, 2025, reflecting growing acceptance of cannabis products.

The Minnesota Asian Pacific Caucus held a hearing on AAPI issues, with Senators Xiong, Hawj, and Pha in attendance, highlighting challenges and successes. They are committed to supporting the AAPI community's unique needs amid broader state issues.

HHS is reorganizing, closing half its offices, merging divisions, and laying off 20K employees amid funding cuts to public health programs, including a $11.4B reduction in CDC pandemic funds.

Minneapolis seeks volunteers for city boards and commissions to reflect its diverse population, with opportunities to shape policy including in police oversight. Deadline for applications is March 31.

Bloomington invites input on the CDBG Consolidated Plan for 2025-2029 and the 2025 Annual Action Plan, including a public hearing and a 30-day review period.