Mike Gamache was elected as the Anoka County Board of Commissioners Chair and will serve on multiple key committees, underscoring his leadership role in the county's governance.

Anoka County on-call attorneys to receive extra pay, mobility services improved with new funding, legislative priorities set, and Sarah Hawkins appointed assistant library director.

The Minneapolis Police Department is conducting a survey via Zencity to gather opinions on public safety and its performance, seeking about 800 participants monthly to provide insights while ensuring anonymity.

Sherburne County Board Commissioners will informally meet with the Lower Sioux Tribal Council on January 4 at the Lower Sioux Government Center to strengthen community relations.

Joe Atkins takes the helm as Dakota County Board Chair for 2024, succeeding Liz Workman, with goals for strategic policy issues and various developments, including greenways and library renovations.

Bloomington's city government welcomes re-elected Mayor Tim Busse and a mix of familiar and new council members, boasting a 35.91% voter turnout, the highest in two decades.

Minneapolis City Council Chamber is closing for renovations, relocating meetings to the Public Service Center. Initial meetings will be streamed on YouTube due to equipment changes.

The Washington County Board in Stillwater, MN, elected new leaders and allocated funds for public health, child care programs, environmental services, and park expansions, while planning legislative goals for state funding.

Saint Paul offers public tours of Union Depot and Saint Paul City Hall - Ramsey County Courthouse, with options for in-person and virtual 360-degree experiences showcasing their history and architecture.

Washington County invites the public to discuss plans for the Highway 36 and Lake Elmo Avenue interchange at a meeting at the River Valley Church on January 10.

Minnesota's "red flag" law takes effect, allowing courts to issue orders to temporarily remove guns from individuals deemed a threat to themselves or others.

The City of Blaine is hosting a public hearing on January 9 to discuss a land division and offsite parking for the National Sports Village 2nd Addition project.

The Blaine Planning Commission schedules a public hearing for a proposal to add three accessory buildings on a lot at 10719 Madison Street NE. Residents can submit comments by January 8 for the January 9 meeting.