Staying safe at school
With our kids returning to school soon I wanted to offer tips on school safety. I want to focus on what we can we do as parents to educate …
The Great Minneapolis Get Together
With the Fourth of July in our rear-view mirror and August approaching I think we should start to think about National Night Out, or as I like to call it …
Safe – and legal – fireworks
As the calendar turns to July we will start planning our July 4th celebration with good food and fireworks. The Minneapolis Police …
School is out – safety tips for kids
As we transition into the summer months and look ahead to summer activities we should keep in mind that school is out for summer, and the Minneapolis Police …
Enjoy spring – safely
As temperatures increase over the next several weeks, the Minneapolis Police Department would like to remind you to take the following precautions as …
Environmental Design can deter crime
As we anticipate warmer weather, we start thinking about getting out in the yard and doing some yard work. I would like to offer up some tips when doing …
Start thinking safe spring cleaning
As the calendar turns and we get closer to warmer weather (which I know cannot get here soon enough) our attention and thoughts will be …
Shopping the web safely
This article was written by Bill Magnuson, CCP/SAFE With the advancement of phone apps and social media sites making it possible to do almost anything …
Halloween Safety
As the chill is in the air, the leaves are turning colors, and the aroma of apple cider penetrates the air your thoughts will soon turn to …
It’s okay to call 911
If a burglar breaks into your house, your neighbor keels over in her yard or you witness a major car crash, it’s a no-brainer: you call 911. But in cases of …