Eden Prairie has appointed new and returning members to city commissions, offers environmental workshops, plans infrastructure improvements, and schedules upcoming commission meetings.

Minneapolis City Council overrides Mayor's veto to increase rideshare pay; Uber and Lyft threaten exit. City also focuses on public safety recruitment, an East Lake Street safety center, tree canopy growth, and honors Women's History Month.

The Minnesota Senate POCI Caucus made a statement on International Day to Combat Islamophobia, calling for action against anti-Muslim discrimination and hate crimes.

Senator Foung Hawj introduced three bills to the Minnesota Senate Transportation Committee to improve transportation equity, including services for non-English speakers and a driver's license agent in the Hmong Village Shopping Center.

The University of Minnesota Extension is hosting a maple syrup workshop in Waverly on April 13, 2024, offering a mix of classroom and practical instruction on syruping methods and traditions.

Senator Heather Gustafson introduces Senate File 4600 to tighten lead exposure regulations for workers in Minnesota, spurred by health issues linked to Water Gremlin.

The Saint Paul Board of Zoning Appeals meeting set for March 18 has been canceled for undisclosed reasons, rescheduled for April 1. Residents' input for the meeting is on hold, with future updates to be posted by the city.

Officer Chad Streiff of EPPD received two hockey sticks for making multiple hat trick DWI arrests. Officer Hunter Fricke was honored for stopping speeding teens. Both officers were recognized for their dedication to traffic safety.

Legislation defining School Resource Officers' roles in Minnesota schools is advancing, sponsored by Senator Bonnie Westlin. It has bipartisan support and aims to improve student safety and officer training. The bill awaits Governor Walz's signature.

Minnesota State Senator Zaynab Mohamed introduces Senate File 3588, a bill allowing striking workers to receive unemployment benefits after a certain waiting period.

Senator Rob Kupec presented a set of bills to improve Minnesota's rail safety, including measures to cap train lengths, install automatic derailment detection systems, and enhance communication in rail incidents.

Senator Liz Boldon proposed two bills in Minnesota to improve access to mental healthcare by reducing administrative burdens and expanding eligibility for services.

The Minnesota Senate Tax Committee has advanced a bill to legalize sports betting, with taxes set at 20% on revenues, to benefit charitable gaming, problem wagering programs, tourism, and youth sports.