With the November general election approaching, Dakota County Sheriff Joe Leko and challenger Bobby Lambert, a current sergeant with the Dakota County Sheriff's Office, are sharing their perspectives on leadership, public safety, mental health, transparency and the future of the department.

MVTA is seeking public feedback through November 20th to help shape future transit services, improvements, and route expansions in Dakota and Scott counties.

Five Minnesota residents are among the 2026 USTA Northern award winners, recognized for contributions to tennis, community service, and sportsmanship.

Voters in School District 197 will decide on November 3rd, whether to approve a proposed levy that would provide approximately $4.6 million annually to help cover existing school expenses and reduce the need for additional budget cuts.

Rosemount Police have named Sgt. Alex Eckstein and Officer Ashley Sherman as the department’s first Public Information Officers to improve public communication.

Rosemount High School’s marching band has been named the 2026 Bands of America Iowa Regional Champion following a standout performance at the regional competition.

The City of Burnsville is establishing a new Arts Advisory Commission aimed at helping shape the future of arts and culture in the community.

Amtrak’s Borealis passenger rail service between St. Paul and Chicago has surpassed 500,000 riders since launching in May 2024, according to Amtrak and transportation officials in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Illinois.

Burnsville’s new City Hall addition opened Monday, Sept. 28, marking the completion of the first phase of the city’s Police City Hall project.

Apple Valley is seeking community input on its 2050 Comprehensive Plan, with a public workshop on September 29th and an online survey open through October 14th.

Validated police nuisance calls at a 146-unit West St. Paul apartment building dropped by more than 90%, falling from 72 during the property's 2024 rental license period to six during its 2025 license period, according to a city staff report.

MVTA is seeking public feedback on proposed Shakopee transit changes that would replace Routes 497 and 499 with a new Route 429 in December.

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners voted Tuesday to set the county’s maximum proposed property tax levy increase for 2027 at 18.5%.

Elko Speedway hosts its 2026 Season Championship Saturday with NASCAR racing, monster trucks, school bus racing, a jet car, fireworks and more.

MY CREDIT UNION continues its support of Minnesota veterans through Flags for Fort Snelling and the 2026 Fall Classic Charity Cornhole Tournament in Rosemount.

Construction on the planned transformation of Albert Park into a new public plaza is expected to begin near the end of September, according to the City of West St. Paul.

A Brown County cow tested positive for rabies, prompting Minnesota health officials to recommend post-exposure treatment for nine people and quarantine several cattle.

A Lakeville roundabout that has been the site of numerous crashes will close for two nights as crews make additional safety improvements aimed at helping drivers stay within their lanes.

Three men received Citizen Lifesaving Awards after pulling a critically injured passenger from a burning vehicle following a deadly June crash on I-35E in Eagan.

The West St. Paul City Council is set to consider a preliminary 2027 property tax levy totaling approximately $25.9 million, representing a 7.28% increase over the city’s final 2026 levy.