'Break Out the Rainbows': Golden Valley Area Celebrates DOMA Decision

Local Twitter users overwhelmingly supported the Supreme Court's Decision to strike down the Defense of Marriage act, a win for gay marriage supporters.

‘Own Your Bigotry’: Tweeters Bash Winkler’s ‘Uncle Thomas’ Comment

Many didn’t buy the state representative’s excuse that he didn’t know the term had racist connotations.

Winkler Calls Black Justice ‘Uncle Thomas,’ Apologizes

The St. Louis Park and Golden Valley representative claims he didn’t know the term was racist.

Golden Valley Creates Drop Off Site, Tree Debris Pick Up

Golden Valley, West Metro Hit Hardest By Recent Storms

Golden Valley is one of the cities in the west metro with the most power outages remaining.

Golden Valley Offers Information to Those Affected By Recent Storms

Golden Valley Water Provider Could Add Wells to River Supplies

Minneapolis, which sells water to Golden Valley, is considering adding groundwater to the river water it now relies on exclusively.

Golden Valley City Councilmember DeDe Scanlon Won't Seek Re-Election This Fall

After nine years on the Golden Valley City Council DeDe Scanlon will not run for re-election this fall and looks forward to serving the community in other ways.

Golden Valley Councilmember Paula Pentel Won't Seek Re-Election This Fall

Pentel announced she wouldn't be running for re-election after nine years on the council and 21 years total with city government.

Golden Valley City Council To Keep Pledge of Allegiance at Formal Meetings

The council discussed the Pledge during an informal council/city manager meeting June 11 after one member brought it up for discussion.

Preview: Golden Valley City Council To Discuss Pledge of Allegiance

Council member Steve Schmidgall brought the Pledge up to be informally discussed at the Tuesday, June 11, council/city manager meeting.

Should Golden Valley Residents Be Allowed to Keep Chickens?

A proposal would allow residents to keep up to four backyard hens on their property.

What Makes a Good Street Sign?

With the city putting up new street signs, it’s a good time for residents to consider what they want from signs.

How Should Golden Valley Spend Its $219K in Extra State Money?

This year’s tax bill brings local government aid (LGA) back to the community after more than a decade.

Legislature Approves Minnesota Child Victims Act

The bill was sponsored by District 46 legislators.

Ellison: Oil Speculation Rules, Cutting Oil Subsidies Would Lower Gas Prices

The 5th District Congressman also wants to ban the herbicide atrazine and add a right to vote amendment to the Constitution.

Are Republicans Wasting Time on Obamacare Votes?

Rep. Keith Ellison said Republicans are neglecting other problems by convening numerous votes on legislation to repeal the Affordable Care Act.

Metropolitan Council Selects Light Rail as Preferred Bottineau Option

Inclusion of the project in the council’s transportation plan is an important part of moving the project forward.

Freiberg: Look at All These Rights Long-Term Gay Couples Don’t Have

During debate on a bill to legalize same-sex marriage, the Golden Valley legislator described many of the rights that are off limits.

MAP: Golden Valley Helps Minnesota to 3rd Place Voter Turnout Rates

The community had 88.3 percent of registered voters cast a ballot in the 2012 election.

House Passes Winkler's Minimum Wage Bill

The bill passed on a 68-62 vote.

Liquor Sales, Brewpub, Caribou Closing and WhirlyBall: West Metro Business Roundup

April's business news includes a continuing foreclosure fight, new bars and restaurants, flat home sales, a new HCMC clinic, business awards and a new bakery.

WATCH: General Mills VP Named to MNsure Board

Tom Forsythe will serve on the board overseeing the new state-run health insurance marketplace.

UPDATED: Golden Valley Bike Rodeo Canceled

Help your kids learn how to be safe while biking.

F-Bombs OK? FCC Asks If It Should Ease Swearing, Nudity Ban

It 'would not serve the public interest,' one Golden Valley resident argued.

Ellison Defends National Labor Relations Board

The 5th District congressman said a House bill passed Friday is a Republican attempt to ‘tip the scales further towards wealthy corporations.’

New Golden Valley Utility Fee Starts This Month

CenterPoint Energy customers will see between $2 and $206 added to their bills to help fund road projects.

Golden Valley’s LGA Could Climb to More Than $200K

A bill that changes the way state aid is calculated could start money flowing into city coffers again.

WATCH: ‘Golden Valley is an Ideal Community’

Check out the annual State of the City video to see what’s happened in the past year.

WATCH: Golden Valley To See Surplus

Mayor Shep Harris discussed how the city will use the extra money and other topics on this week’s 12 News Mayor’s Minute.

Golden Valley Could Decrease Park Mowing

The city thinks less-frequent mowing in three parks could decrease costs and improve plant diversity.

Ask Questions About Your Property’s Market Value

The annual Open Book meeting gives property owners a chance to discuss the estimated market value of their properties with county and city officials.

State Bans Dermatologist with Clinic near Golden Valley from Doing Cosmetic Surgery

Dr. Patrick Carney's Skin Speaks clinics are in Edina, Burnsville, Woodbury, Crystal and Blaine. A 2012 Star Tribune series raised questions about his practice.

Bottineau Draft Environmental Impact Statement Could Be Completed by End of 2013

The Golden Valley City Council will receive an update on plans for the Bottineau Transitway at the Mar. 19 meeting.

New Faces Coming to Golden Valley City Hall

The council will make a motion to appoint seven new members to various boards and commissions on Tuesday.

Bees in Golden Valley? Recent Request Spurs Council Discussion

At a council/manager meeting Tuesday, March 12, councilmembers discussed the definition of an animal and reviewed Minnesota statutes.

Met Council Public Hearing Tonight About Bottineau Transitway

The hearing begins Monday, Mar. 11, at 5 p.m. in Minneapolis.

Nearby News: Park Siding Park Playground Restoration Public Meeting

The public meeting is regarding restoration and playground redesign of Park Siding Park

Temporary Parking Restrictions Scheduled During Run the Valley

The annual 5K/10K race and 5K walk is scheduled for April 13, 2013 at Brookview Community Center in Golden Valley.

MINI Cooper Dealership, 3.9.4 Apartments: Golden Valley Planning Commission Preview

The planning commission meets 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 11, 2013.