Eden Prairie K-9 Veteran Riggs Remembered for Dedication and Impact on Community
The Eden Prairie Police Department mourns the loss of retired K-9 veteran Riggs, an 11-year-old German Shepherd who served from 2014 to 2019 and remained close with his handler, now-Sergeant Scott Mittelstadt.
Department of Human Services Boosts Rural Health Access with New Grants and Simplified Medicaid Processes
DHS has announced grants for HCBS providers and changes to the MHM program in Medicaid, rectified a date error for a DWRS webinar, and is offering free employment initiative training with the University of Minnesota.
University of Minnesota Highlights the Wonder of Migratory Birds in Minnesota Ahead of World Migratory Bird Day
University of Minnesota's Steve Kolbe discusses the importance of Minnesota as a habitat for migratory birds, the effects of a mild winter on migration patterns, and the impact of human development on their routes.
Minnesota Senate Passes Landmark Environmental Bill, Championed by St. Paul's Senator Hawj to Bolster Pollution Efforts and Expand Outdoor Recreation
Minnesota's Senate passed an Environment and Natural Resources budget bill, focusing on waste reduction, recycling, and pollution control, including measures to hold polluters accountable, especially in vulnerable communities.