While legislators await a February state budget forecast, Minnesota House Majority Leader Ryan Winkler said the financial situation is improving.
The Plymouth Planning Commission recommended council approval of two ordinances that would permit raising bees and chickens on single-family l…
The Hennepin County Board appointed newly elected District 6 Commissioner Chris LaTondresse to serve as chair of the Hennepin County Housing a…
St. Louis Park will host a “21-Day Racial Equity Challenge” Feb. 1-21.
Sen. Ann Johnson Stewart (DFL-Wayzata), Rep. Patty Acomb (DFL-Minnetonka) and Rep. Ginny Klevorn (DFL-Plymouth) have shared their priorities f…
Small log cabin is estimated to have been built in the 1850s
With political tension high as the Minnesota Legislature began its 2021 session, District 46 legislators said they are focused on safety.
Setbacks in building a tunnel and a wall in Minneapolis mean that the Southwest Light Rail Transit line likely will not open on time.
The Minnesota Legislature is back in session and Sen. Ann Johnson Stewart (DFL-Wayzata) and Rep. Patty Acomb (DFL-Minnetonka) have shared thei…
The National Wildlife Federation has acknowledged the City of Minnetonka and Mayor Brad Wiersum for completing all 24 action steps in the Mayo…
City, nonprofits and chamber working to alleviate pandemic impacts
Public safety officials are stepping up security measures around the Minnesota State Capitol in reaction to potentially violent protests as th…
St. Louis Park officials are reminding residents that city ordinance prohibits feeding of wildlife such as deer, geese, raccoons, rabbits, squ…
Dean Phillips, the U.S. representative for Minnesota’s 3rd Congressional District, joined fellow Democrats as well as 10 Republican House memb…
Hertaus represents Minnesota House District 33A
St. Louis Park is providing an online map showing the status of snow removal on the North Cedar Lake Regional Trail.
St. Louis Park Mayor Jake Spano has been appointed to serve as co-chair of the National League of Cities Race, Equity and Leadership Council in 2021.
The 26th annual Arts North International, hosted by the Hopkins Center for the Arts, is now open for in-person and virtual viewing.
Rep. Patty Acomb and Rep. Ginny Klevorn were sworn for a second term in the Minnesota House of Representatives.
The Minnetonka City Council met for its first meeting of 2021 and authorized the advertisement of bids for the final phase of the Excelsior Bo…
Both were shocked, but agree that better times are ahead
McCarthy steps into the role after serving six years on council
The St. Louis Park parks and recreation team is offering a free fitness program in 2021.
Deadline to apply is Thursday, Jan. 14
St. Louis Park is accepting applications for both adult and youth positions on many city commissions, including the community technology, envi…
After President Donald Trump’s encouragement of supporters who went on to overrun the U.S Capitol building Jan. 6, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar said h…
Dean Phillips, the U.S. representative for Minnesota’s 3rd Congressional District, has called for the immediate removal of President Donald Tr…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress confirmed Democrat Joe Biden as the presidential election winner early Thursday after a violent mob loyal to Presid…
The community members who have served or will serve on the Excelsior, Shorewood, Tonka Bay and Woodland city councils answered questions from …
Incumbent District 5 County Commissioner Debbie Goettel and three new members of the Hennepin County Board took their oaths of office Jan. 4. …
Cedrick Frazier won the DFL primary for Minnesota House District 45A by more than half, yet approached the November General Election with unce…
A look back at some of the 2020 news
Keeping residents safe and businesses thriving are key for mayor
Most non-union city employees in St. Louis Park will receive at least a 2% raise in 2021.
Despite some concerns from St. Louis Park City Council members about the impact on low-income residents, they voted 6-1 to raise the city levy…
Cwodzinski, Kotyza-Witthun, Pryor also highlight the difficulties of 2020
The League of Minnesota Cities has recognized the City of Hopkins as a 2020 City of Excellence for the Hopkins Fire Department’s participation…
A concept plan review of a redevelopment project of the former Hopkins Mann Theater has been put on hold.
(BROOKFIELD PROPERTIES RENDERING)
The Minnetonka City Council provided feedback Dec. 21 on a concept plan by Doran Companies for a mixed-used development which includes a six-s…
Willcox decided not run for re-election after 12 years as mayor
After fielding questions from a member of the public, the St. Louis Park School Board approved a levy increase of 1.17% for 2021.
The Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority has presented plans for the construction of Valor Place, a twinhome providing affordable hous…
One of Wayzata’s most iconic buildings will remain vacant for the time being.
On Dec. 15, the Hennepin County Board approved a 2021 budget of $2.2 billion. The budget includes an $869 million property tax levy – unchange…
On Dec. 16, Gov. Tim Walz issued Executive Order 20-103 extending and modifying the previous four-week dial back on certain activities, set to…
St. Louis Park City Council members are considering a 4.5% increase to the city levy, less than projected in September.
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced plans Wednesday to get children back into elementary schools and ease some restrictio…
The Excelsior City Council had its truth in taxation hearing on the 2021 general fund budget and 2020 payable 2021 tax levy on Dec. 7. The cou…
The Hennepin County Board appointed newly elected District 6 Commissioner Chris LaTondresse to serve as chair of the Hennepin County Housing a…
St. Louis Park will host a “21-Day Racial Equity Challenge” Feb. 1-21.
Sen. Ann Johnson Stewart (DFL-Wayzata), Rep. Patty Acomb (DFL-Minnetonka) and Rep. Ginny Klevorn (DFL-Plymouth) have shared their priorities f…
Small log cabin is estimated to have been built in the 1850s
With political tension high as the Minnesota Legislature began its 2021 session, District 46 legislators said they are focused on safety.
Setbacks in building a tunnel and a wall in Minneapolis mean that the Southwest Light Rail Transit line likely will not open on time.
The Minnesota Legislature is back in session and Sen. Ann Johnson Stewart (DFL-Wayzata) and Rep. Patty Acomb (DFL-Minnetonka) have shared thei…
The National Wildlife Federation has acknowledged the City of Minnetonka and Mayor Brad Wiersum for completing all 24 action steps in the Mayo…
City, nonprofits and chamber working to alleviate pandemic impacts
Public safety officials are stepping up security measures around the Minnesota State Capitol in reaction to potentially violent protests as th…
St. Louis Park officials are reminding residents that city ordinance prohibits feeding of wildlife such as deer, geese, raccoons, rabbits, squ…
Dean Phillips, the U.S. representative for Minnesota’s 3rd Congressional District, joined fellow Democrats as well as 10 Republican House memb…
Hertaus represents Minnesota House District 33A
St. Louis Park is providing an online map showing the status of snow removal on the North Cedar Lake Regional Trail.
St. Louis Park Mayor Jake Spano has been appointed to serve as co-chair of the National League of Cities Race, Equity and Leadership Council in 2021.
The 26th annual Arts North International, hosted by the Hopkins Center for the Arts, is now open for in-person and virtual viewing.
Rep. Patty Acomb and Rep. Ginny Klevorn were sworn for a second term in the Minnesota House of Representatives.
The Minnetonka City Council met for its first meeting of 2021 and authorized the advertisement of bids for the final phase of the Excelsior Bo…
Both were shocked, but agree that better times are ahead
McCarthy steps into the role after serving six years on council
The St. Louis Park parks and recreation team is offering a free fitness program in 2021.
Deadline to apply is Thursday, Jan. 14
St. Louis Park is accepting applications for both adult and youth positions on many city commissions, including the community technology, envi…
After President Donald Trump’s encouragement of supporters who went on to overrun the U.S Capitol building Jan. 6, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar said h…
Dean Phillips, the U.S. representative for Minnesota’s 3rd Congressional District, has called for the immediate removal of President Donald Tr…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress confirmed Democrat Joe Biden as the presidential election winner early Thursday after a violent mob loyal to Presid…
The community members who have served or will serve on the Excelsior, Shorewood, Tonka Bay and Woodland city councils answered questions from …
Incumbent District 5 County Commissioner Debbie Goettel and three new members of the Hennepin County Board took their oaths of office Jan. 4. …
Cedrick Frazier won the DFL primary for Minnesota House District 45A by more than half, yet approached the November General Election with unce…
A look back at some of the 2020 news
Keeping residents safe and businesses thriving are key for mayor
Most non-union city employees in St. Louis Park will receive at least a 2% raise in 2021.
Despite some concerns from St. Louis Park City Council members about the impact on low-income residents, they voted 6-1 to raise the city levy…
Cwodzinski, Kotyza-Witthun, Pryor also highlight the difficulties of 2020
The League of Minnesota Cities has recognized the City of Hopkins as a 2020 City of Excellence for the Hopkins Fire Department’s participation…
A concept plan review of a redevelopment project of the former Hopkins Mann Theater has been put on hold.
(BROOKFIELD PROPERTIES RENDERING)
The Minnetonka City Council provided feedback Dec. 21 on a concept plan by Doran Companies for a mixed-used development which includes a six-s…
Willcox decided not run for re-election after 12 years as mayor
After fielding questions from a member of the public, the St. Louis Park School Board approved a levy increase of 1.17% for 2021.
The Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority has presented plans for the construction of Valor Place, a twinhome providing affordable hous…
One of Wayzata’s most iconic buildings will remain vacant for the time being.
On Dec. 15, the Hennepin County Board approved a 2021 budget of $2.2 billion. The budget includes an $869 million property tax levy – unchange…
On Dec. 16, Gov. Tim Walz issued Executive Order 20-103 extending and modifying the previous four-week dial back on certain activities, set to…
St. Louis Park City Council members are considering a 4.5% increase to the city levy, less than projected in September.
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced plans Wednesday to get children back into elementary schools and ease some restrictio…
The Excelsior City Council had its truth in taxation hearing on the 2021 general fund budget and 2020 payable 2021 tax levy on Dec. 7. The cou…
In a 6-1 vote, the Plymouth City Council adopted the 2021 budget and levy Dec. 8 after a lengthy discussion around a new full-time position de…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Legislature voted Monday night to pass a $216 million relief package aimed at businesses and workers who took…
Setbacks in building a tunnel and a wall in Minneapolis mean that the Southwest Light Rail Transit line likely will not open on time.
The Minnesota Legislature is back in session and Sen. Ann Johnson Stewart (DFL-Wayzata) and Rep. Patty Acomb (DFL-Minnetonka) have shared thei…
The National Wildlife Federation has acknowledged the City of Minnetonka and Mayor Brad Wiersum for completing all 24 action steps in the Mayo…
City, nonprofits and chamber working to alleviate pandemic impacts
Public safety officials are stepping up security measures around the Minnesota State Capitol in reaction to potentially violent protests as th…
St. Louis Park officials are reminding residents that city ordinance prohibits feeding of wildlife such as deer, geese, raccoons, rabbits, squ…
Dean Phillips, the U.S. representative for Minnesota’s 3rd Congressional District, joined fellow Democrats as well as 10 Republican House memb…
Hertaus represents Minnesota House District 33A
St. Louis Park is providing an online map showing the status of snow removal on the North Cedar Lake Regional Trail.
St. Louis Park Mayor Jake Spano has been appointed to serve as co-chair of the National League of Cities Race, Equity and Leadership Council in 2021.
The 26th annual Arts North International, hosted by the Hopkins Center for the Arts, is now open for in-person and virtual viewing.
Rep. Patty Acomb and Rep. Ginny Klevorn were sworn for a second term in the Minnesota House of Representatives.
The Minnetonka City Council met for its first meeting of 2021 and authorized the advertisement of bids for the final phase of the Excelsior Bo…
Both were shocked, but agree that better times are ahead
McCarthy steps into the role after serving six years on council
The St. Louis Park parks and recreation team is offering a free fitness program in 2021.
Deadline to apply is Thursday, Jan. 14
St. Louis Park is accepting applications for both adult and youth positions on many city commissions, including the community technology, envi…
After President Donald Trump’s encouragement of supporters who went on to overrun the U.S Capitol building Jan. 6, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar said h…
Dean Phillips, the U.S. representative for Minnesota’s 3rd Congressional District, has called for the immediate removal of President Donald Tr…
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