Officer Thomas Doebbert has been formally inducted into the Maple Grove police after completing patrol training, as announced at a city council meeting.

The Minneapolis City Council approved amendments to strengthen its unarmed public safety program, amid some contention and a narrowly avoided delay by council members.

St. Louis Park will conduct a public test of voting equipment to maintain election integrity for the upcoming Presidential Nomination Primary Election.

St. Louis Park invites residents to a public hearing on the Central Community Center's proposed underground stormwater facilities. The hearing is on March 6, 2024, with options to participate in person or via digital platforms.

The St. Louis Park City Council has deemed a property at 2519 Virginia Ave. S. a public nuisance due to violations, and it may face demolition if not improved soon.

Minneapolis residents can meet with local officials at an Open Office Hours event at the Third Space Cafe on February 27, offering a forum for direct discussions on city matters.

The Washington County Annual Utility Meeting is scheduled for March 13, offering both in-person and virtual attendance options, to discuss road policies, permits, and upcoming construction projects.

Anoka County board plans multiple infrastructure projects, including new roundabouts and a bridge overhaul, alongside environmental and public safety grants, while Commissioner Matt Look announced his departure.

Alise McGregor resigns from Plymouth City Council Ward 1, prompting a search for her replacement until 2025. Mayor Jeff Wosje schedules a special meeting to discuss the vacancy.

The Blaine Police Department has introduced a new victim services specialist, Jasmine, to support victims of crime, a grant-funded position aimed at enhancing public service.

Saint Paul's Department of Safety and Inspections was closed for a day due to a staff meeting, but online services remained available. Normal operations resumed the following day.

Washington County officials will conduct a public test of voting equipment before elections to ensure reliability and boost voter confidence, as per the official website announcement.

Plymouth City Council seeks a new Ward 3 councilmember to replace Jim Davis, who resigned for health reasons. Applicants must live in Ward 3, be over 21, and registered to vote there. Deadline to apply is March 6.