Minneapolis's e-bike rebate program faced technical issues on its launch day, prompting a temporary suspension of the application process. The city promised updates and is working to resolve the issues.

Minnesota has launched a stipend program for student teachers, authored by State Senator Heather Gustafson, to ease financial burdens and support nearly 900 aspiring teachers.

The Coon Rapids City Council discussed various issues including a donation, a commission appointment, fire safety, rezoning, a housing fund, and G.O. Bonds at their June 4 meeting.

Bloomington City Council invites residents to discuss a proposed ordinance on prevailing wage for city projects during a public hearing scheduled for June 17, 2024.

The Bloomington City Council has announced a public hearing on June 17 to discuss amendments to tree preservation and slope standards in the city code.

The Department of Public Safety has encrypted its radio communications to protect sensitive data and enhance operational integrity, following local and federal agency practices.

The Saint Paul Police K9 unit excelled at the USPCA trials, earning top team honors and individual awards including first places in Obedience and Article/Evidence search categories.

K-9 Gus has graduated alongside Officer Nate Abbott to join the Duluth Police Department as part of their K-9 Division, trained in various specialized skills.

Alyssa Benkowski is appointed as the new records supervisor at Eden Prairie Police Department, starting April 20, 2024, after six years with the EPPD.

Senator Bonnie Westlin joins calls for Senator Nicole Mitchell's resignation amid Mitchell's legal issues, prioritizing distraction-free governance and constituent service in Minnesota.

Dakota County is in the final stages of selecting a new county manager, with interviews for the five finalists scheduled for June 24. The five candidates were chosen from 15 semifinalists to replace retired manager Matt Smith.

Minneapolis reached a proposed deal with its Police Officers Federation that could lead to higher officer pay and departmental reforms, supported by a 301-63 vote from the Union's members.

EPA settles with Smith Foundry on alleged Clean Air Act violations, mandating operation cutbacks and an $80,000 penalty, in a community-hailed victory.