Minnesota State Patrol is enhancing Capitol security following recent shootings and a security breach. An external firm will assess security, while agencies collaborate on safety strategies funded by a $3 million grant.

Minnesota families begin receiving advance Child Tax Credit payments, with over 17,000 eligible families receiving the first of three installments, part of a state program aiming to alleviate poverty.

Hormel employees in Austin, MN, filed a class-action lawsuit alleging the company violated Minnesota's Earned Sick and Safe Time laws by making workers use vacation days instead of paid sick leave.

Coon Rapids voters can participate in the House Seat 34B Special Election with early voting at City Hall and on designated days at given locations for their precinct. Extended hours facilitate participation.

The Minnetonka City Council approved a new concession stand and bathroom facilities for Veterans Field and a sewer system upgrade, and discussed the upcoming Tour de Tonka bike event.

Saint Paul's Board of Zoning Appeals meeting for August 4, 2025, has been canceled; submissions for public testimony are due by 2:00 p.m., August 1, 2025.

Minneapolis announces pedestrian safety measures in Little Earth, including urban art installations, traffic calming features like bollards and midblock crosswalks.

Minnetonka prepares for mayoral and council elections, encouraging eligible residents to file for candidacy and participate in an informational session on the electoral process.

Anoka County Board announces start of County Fair and 3M Open, adopts election service agreement, supports electronic voting, secures a health grant, honors probation staff, and accepts a grant for radiological emergency preparedness.

City Council President Elliott Payne addresses a newsletter error and invites Ward 1 residents to register their National Night Out parties for an official visit, with registration closing on July 29.

Minnesota passed the Consumer Data Privacy Act, which gives Minnesotans control over their personal online data, including the right to access, correct, delete, and obtain copies of their data.

Wright County announces the candidate filing window for Senate District Seat 29, with various requirements and deadlines highlighted for the 2025 Special Election.

The Washington County Board of Commissioners discussed the 2026 budget, with upcoming department proposals and key dates for tax levy decisions outlined on their website.