Amanda Kaufman joins Plymouth as deputy city manager, with over a decade of municipal experience, to oversee City Clerk, Communications, and IT divisions.

Rice County's Board of Commissioners approved an 8.51% property tax levy increase for the 2026 budget of $103 million, primarily due to state cost shifts, reduced aid, upcoming elections, and staff costs.

Minnesota DFL Senator Melissa Wiklund will retire at the end of her term in 2026, impacting health care legislation and the political landscape in Minnesota.

Minnesota is pausing licensing for adult day care centers due to excess capacity, aligning with Governor Walz's order to combat fraud and focus on oversight of existing facilities until January 2028.

Saint Paul's prosecutors use a novel Gun Diversion Program blending rehabilitation and accountability to curb gun crime, showing early signs of success with only one reoffense among 21 participants.

Morrison County will end its fingerprinting services with IdentoGo on January 31, 2026, causing inconvenience for residents needing background checks and clearances.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed executive orders to address gun violence, forming a Safety Council and promoting gun storage education. Senator Ron Latz supports the measures and anticipates legislative action.

Blaine's proposed ordinance amendment tightens administrative rules with higher penalties for repeat offenses and discretionary powers for hearing officers to adjust fines.

Blaine City introduces an ordinance to regulate transient merchants and protect citizens' privacy, requiring licensing and outlining prohibited activities.

Rick Getschow reported on Eden Prairie's 2025 achievements, including trail restoration, new badminton courts, emergency responses by the fire department, a police youth academy, and significant development projects.

The Washington County Board of Commissioners approved a 2026 property tax levy at $150,162,700 and a budget with a 6.95% increase, emphasizing infrastructure in their Capital Improvement Plan costing $493.8 million.

Minneapolis leaders have agreed on a $2 billion budget for 2026, with a focus on community safety, housing, climate initiatives, economic inclusivity, and maintaining the city's AAA bond rating.

Ramsey County Board approved a reduced property tax increase of 8.25% for 2026, aiming to balance essential services with economic growth and tax impact.