A drone strike on a military outpost in Jordan killed three US troops and injured 34, prompting a strong political response and raising tensions with Iran, who denies involvement.

The Coon Rapids Police Department is hosting a free car seat clinic on February 26 to help parents ensure their child's car seat is installed properly.

Sergeant Dave Christenson retired from the Brooklyn Park Police Department, which honored him on Facebook for his years of service starting in 1988 as a Community Service Officer.

Senator John Hoffman visited home care workers, highlighting a wage increase legislation he authored which raised their pay by 25%, effective from January 1, with further increases planned by 2025.

Dakota County Manager Matt Smith is retiring on May 23, 2024, after contributing to the county's growth and navigating challenges such as the pandemic.

The Minneapolis City Council passed a symbolic resolution calling for a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, amid opposition from Mayor Jacob Frey and debate among city officials and the community.

Dakota County officials met to discuss community issues and align legislative goals, with emphasis on cooperation in infrastructure, education, and public safety.

The Brooklyn Park Police Department has launched a new mental health response team, pairing a social worker with a paramedic to address calls that traditionally involved police.

St. Louis Park may soon host a new brewery, Haggard Barrel Brewing, pending a city council decision on their liquor license. The public hearing is set for February 5.

St. Louis Park Planning Commission scheduled a public hearing on February 7 for residents to discuss a proposed 36-unit apartment building requiring rezoning and a CUP at 6013 and 6019 Cedar Lake Rd.

Mayor Anne Burt of Woodbury plans to seek state and federal support for city projects, focusing on infrastructure and public safety, after securing funding for previous initiatives.

Ramsey County seeks volunteer military veterans to mentor fellow vets in the Veterans Treatment Court, aiding in their legal and post-service challenges. Volunteers must be honorably discharged and pass a background check.

Minneapolis plans to dismantle a homeless camp after a viral outbreak, with no timeline yet for the move. City officials cite public health concerns; the camp is important to Native residents who consider the area sacred.