Ramsey County.
county in Minnesota, United States
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- Active events
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What's happening
Active this week
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County commissioners in Dakota and Ramsey Counties are currently weighing difficult budget trade-offs for essential services.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Local activities and government functions are noted in St. Paul, Minnesota, which is served by Ramsey County.Well supported4 reports11 developments inside
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Mayor's office shifts security provision from police to sheriff's office in St. Paul.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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The state of Minnesota is currently involved in several developments, including providing free meals to students, major infrastructure replacement, and filling judicial vacancies in Ramsey County.Some support1 report
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The Minnesota State Arts Board and Ramsey County jointly fund a local jazz festival.Some support1 report
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Ramsey County council withdrew a grant for a drone program expansion, amid criticism of Skydio's ties to the Israeli military.Some support1 report
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Ramsey County council approved ending contracts with Flock Safety, with the Sheriff's office continuing to operate most cameras.Some support2 reports
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A lower court ruling originating in Ramsey County is likely to be appealed to the Minnesota Supreme Court.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Mike Lindell sought a recount and challenged state election rules after filing a contest in Ramsey County.Some support1 report
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Georgia Fort and Amnesty International USA discuss civil liberties and government overreach in St. Paul and Ramsey County.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Ramsey County is funding the expansion of shelter beds and establishing a joint powers agreement for shelter services.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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City ordinances are facing challenges regarding housing policy in the shared jurisdiction of Ramsey County and the City of St. Paul.Some support1 report
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State Fair draws scrutiny due to gang activity, leading the Sheriff's office to issue civil gang injunctions in Ramsey County.Some support1 report
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Ramsey County began utilizing Flock Safety's technology for crime fighting purposes.Some support1 report
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Hennepin County and Ramsey County are located within the state of Minnesota.Some support1 report
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Both Ramsey County and Dunn County are involved in matters related to prior convictions.Some support1 report
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City clearings are straining the capacity of social services in the area involving Hunter and Ramsey County.Some support1 report
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St. Paul references a similar municipal measure approved in Duluth, while Ramsey County provides election findings to St. Paul City Council.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Around Ramsey County this week
News at the entities that move Ramsey County most-
House Shared contextPrediction market tracks control of both chambers.Moves Ramsey County
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Flock Safety StructuralCounty leaders in Fairfax County are reviewing a potential partnership with the surveillance technology company Flock Safety.Moves Ramsey County
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St. Paul StructuralSocial Security funding is a top voter concern as local issues are debated in the Senate race in St. Paul.Moves Ramsey County
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Minnesota StructuralDocumented fraud schemes and welfare fraud were reported across Minnesota, Fort Worth, and El Paso.Moves Ramsey County
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Devils Lake StructuralStaffing plan compares police departments involving Jamestown, Wahpeton, and Devils Lake.Moves Ramsey County
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St. Paul StructuralConcerns have been raised regarding data abuse and inaccuracy related to Flock Safety in St. Paul.Moves Ramsey County
Connections
The 22 strongest of 122, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
House Shared context
The operational jurisdiction of the House member is geographically situated within Ramsey County.
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Minnesota Structural
Ramsey County operates as a constituent jurisdiction under the laws and governance of the State of Minnesota.
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Flock Safety Structural
Flock Safety provides crime-fighting technology and services that are actively used by Ramsey County's law enforcement operations.
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St. Paul Structural
St. Paul relies on Ramsey County for critical services, while also providing financial support to county initiatives.
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Skydio Transactional
Ramsey County Council withdrew a grant intended for the expansion of Skydio's drone program.
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Devils Lake Structural
The lake's existence and condition are a critical factor influencing the operational infrastructure of the county.
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John Choi Operational
John Choi is currently engaged as legal counsel representing Ramsey County in ongoing litigation.
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Higher Ground Transactional
Ramsey County is currently providing funds to Higher Ground to support the expansion of its shelter beds.
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St. Paul Structural
Ramsey County and St. Paul maintain a joint powers agreement for providing shelter and security services.
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Rafael Ortega Structural
Rafael Ortega holds an official seat within the governmental structure of Ramsey County.
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city council Operational
The city council operates within the governmental structure of Ramsey County, sharing responsibility for taxation and political pressure.
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DHS Operational
Ramsey County sued DHS over cooperation in investigations.
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Engen Shared context
Engen was a locality that was geographically situated within the boundaries of Ramsey County.
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Xcel Energy Shared context
Xcel Energy operates within the service area of Ramsey County, where severe weather events cause widespread power outages.
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Hunter Operational
Hunter's activities related to city clearings are documented as placing strain on the social service capacity of Ramsey County.
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Nicole Mitchell Transactional
Nicole Mitchell was processed and released from the correctional facilities within Ramsey County.
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Dunn County Mentioned together
The two counties were mentioned together in articles due to their shared involvement in prior convictions.
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Hennepin County Shared context
Both Hennepin County and Ramsey County are located within the state of Minnesota.
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Mike Lindell Shared context
Mike Lindell filed a contest within the jurisdiction of Ramsey County.
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BMO Bank Shared context
BMO Bank operates within the jurisdiction of Ramsey County, as evidenced by required document filings.
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Minneapolis Shared context
Minneapolis is a location within the broader geographic and administrative context of Ramsey County.
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Minnesota State Arts Board Operational
Both the Minnesota State Arts Board and Ramsey County jointly fund the local jazz festival.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
6 events- County commissioners in Dakota and Ramsey Counties are currently weighing difficult budget trade-offs for essential services.
- Mayor's office shifts security provision from police to sheriff's office in St. Paul.
- The state of Minnesota is currently involved in several developments, including providing free meals to students, major infrastructure replacement, and filling judicial vacancies in Ramsey County.
- The Minnesota State Arts Board and Ramsey County jointly fund a local jazz festival.
- Ramsey County council withdrew a grant for a drone program expansion, amid criticism of Skydio's ties to the Israeli military.
- Ramsey County council approved ending contracts with Flock Safety, with the Sheriff's office continuing to operate most cameras.
August 2026
6 events- Mike Lindell sought a recount and challenged state election rules after filing a contest in Ramsey County.
- Georgia Fort and Amnesty International USA discuss civil liberties and government overreach in St. Paul and Ramsey County.
- City ordinances are facing challenges regarding housing policy in the shared jurisdiction of Ramsey County and the City of St. Paul.
- State Fair draws scrutiny due to gang activity, leading the Sheriff's office to issue civil gang injunctions in Ramsey County.
- Ramsey County began utilizing Flock Safety's technology for crime fighting purposes.
- Hennepin County and Ramsey County are located within the state of Minnesota.
July 2026
5 events- Local activities and government functions are noted in St. Paul, Minnesota, which is served by Ramsey County.
- Ramsey County is funding the expansion of shelter beds and establishing a joint powers agreement for shelter services.
- Both Ramsey County and Dunn County are involved in matters related to prior convictions.
- City clearings are straining the capacity of social services in the area involving Hunter and Ramsey County.
- St. Paul references a similar municipal measure approved in Duluth, while Ramsey County provides election findings to St. Paul City Council.