St. Paul's Emergency Management budget for 2027 faces a significant increase driven by rising 9-1-1 dispatch costs, prompting a shift in how siren maintenance is handled amid uncertain federal grants.

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The City Council has officially paved the way for a new four-story, 87-unit multifamily building at Highland Parkway, despite local opposition over height concerns!

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Saint Paul Public Library is transforming lives with its newcomer services program, offering multilingual classes, digital access, and vital resources for immigrant communities.

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The St. Paul City Council just approved a police grant that promises to fund overtime for officers but explicitly avoids spending on surveillance technology.

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Council members faced a pivotal moment as public testimony highlighted both praise for equity advancements in energy agreements and urgent concerns that low-income renters might miss out on critical benefits.

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Saint Paul Fire leaders warn that a drastic overtime budget cut for 2027 could jeopardize public safety amid ongoing staffing challenges and increasing demand.

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St. Paul Fire is proposing significant fee increases, including a dramatic hike in mileage from $19 to $40, to tackle a looming budget gap—are these changes the solution the city needs?

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The St. Paul Fire Department faces a staggering $1.6 million in vehicle replacement costs by 2027, with prices skyrocketing from $600,000 to nearly $1 million in just three years!

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A new proposed ordinance in St. Paul aims to combat dust pollution from commercial facilities by requiring detailed control plans and community accountability.

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The Saint Paul Port Authority is set to transform the region with $36 million in upgrades across its terminals, but they need your support to bridge a $75,000 budget gap!

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Residents of Southport are fighting for clean air as they expose the hazardous dust from nearby industrial activities—will their voices be heard?

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St. Paul just secured an $18.1 million federal grant to transform safety along 40 miles of high-injury roads with innovative pedestrian solutions!

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St. Paul’s proposed budget cuts could jeopardize vital CARES services, risking increased strain on emergency responders and the vulnerable populations they serve.

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Saint Paul’s Fire Department is revolutionizing emergency care with a groundbreaking whole-blood program and mobile ECMO, already credited with saving lives in the field.

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Director Maureen Hartman reveals a bold plan to use savings from the potential closure of Dayton's Bluff to fund vital library safety specialists, but uncertainty looms over the future of staffing and funding.

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St. Paul’s nonfatal shooting unit has dramatically reduced incidents since 2022, but can its success survive potential funding cuts?

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St. Paul is embarking on a transformative journey to identify prime redevelopment sites with an $800,000 USDOT grant, aiming to revolutionize transit-oriented development across the city.

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Chief Henry reveals the tough choices ahead for the Saint Paul Police Department as they navigate budget cuts while striving to maintain crucial anti-violence programs.

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The St. Paul City Council has put the brakes on a controversial drone grant application, citing unresolved concerns and a lack of support for expanding the program.

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The mayor's controversial 2027 budget proposal could close the beloved Dayton's Bluff Library, sparking a heated debate on the future of community resources.

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