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Coon Rapids Thu. Oct 29 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Minnesota’s Election System Survived a Manufactured Test. The Law Must Now Take Its Course

MinneapoliMedia calls for due process in the O’Keefe-Higby felony case, emphasizing election safeguards, journalistic accountability and voters’ rights.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Minnesota’s Election System Survived a Manufactured Test. The Law Must Now Take Its Course

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Oct 29 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Overnight Street Parking Ban Begins Sunday as Winter Rules Return

Coon Rapids bans overnight street parking from 2 to 6 a.m., November 1 through April 1, with additional restrictions during snowstorms and plowing.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Overnight Street Parking Ban Begins Sunday as Winter Rules Return

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Oct 29 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Sandgrass Pointe Opens 44 Affordable Homes in Brooklyn Park, Pairing Housing With Resident Support

Sandgrass Pointe opens 44 affordable homes in Brooklyn Park, offering apartments, family-sized townhomes and supportive services for housing stability.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Sandgrass Pointe Opens 44 Affordable Homes in Brooklyn Park, Pairing Housing With Resident Support

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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Metro Neighbor Coon Rapids Opinion - Mon. Jul 6 2026

Prescription Drug Prices Need Reform
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Kasey Kollross‪ Coon Rapids Opinion - Fri. May 29 2026

Minnesotans Fought for the Right to Grow Their Own Cannabis. A Federal Rule Could Take It Back.
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Coon Rapids Thu. Oct 29 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Launches Rural Maternity-Care Project as Sanford Announces Luverne Delivery Closure

Minnesota launches a rural maternity-care initiative as Sanford plans to end routine childbirth services in Luverne in April 2027, raising concerns about access.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Launches Rural Maternity-Care Project as Sanford Announces Luverne Delivery Closure

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Oct 29 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Fashionopolis Runway Report Documents Minnesota Style Against Mia’s Paris Couture Backdrop

Fashionopolis 2026 showcased Minnesota designers, retailers and vintage fashion at Mia, with a new runway gallery highlighting looks against Paris couture.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Fashionopolis Runway Report Documents Minnesota Style Against Mia’s Paris Couture Backdrop

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Oct 29 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Hmonglloween Brings Local Horror Filmmaking to Saint Paul’s TriLingua Cinema

Hmonglloween brings free Hmong horror film screenings to Saint Paul’s TriLingua Cinema on October 30, showcasing cultural storytelling and emerging filmmakers.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Hmonglloween Brings Local Horror Filmmaking to Saint Paul’s TriLingua Cinema

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Oct 29 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Osseo Superintendent Kim Hiel Earns Minnesota’s Top Superintendent Honor

Osseo Superintendent Dr. Kim Hiel earns Minnesota’s 2027 Superintendent of the Year honor for academic access, community engagement and district leadership.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Osseo Superintendent Kim Hiel Earns Minnesota’s Top Superintendent Honor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Oct 29 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | O’Keefe and Higby Face Felony Charges Over Minnesota Primary Polling-Place Operation

James O’Keefe and Cam Higby face felony charges over alleged voter identity misuse during Minnesota’s primary, while denying wrongdoing and citing journalism.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | O’Keefe and Higby Face Felony Charges Over Minnesota Primary Polling-Place Operation

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Oct 29 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS | Loons Rally to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive, Timberwolves Fall Without Edwards as Wild Prepare for Islanders

Minnesota United rallies 3–1 to keep playoff hopes alive, the Timberwolves fall 119–114 without Edwards, and the Wild prepare to host the Islanders.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS | Loons Rally to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive, Timberwolves Fall Without Edwards as Wild Prepare for Islanders

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 28 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS | Edwards Injury Reshapes Timberwolves’ Plans as Loons Face Playoff Pressure and Wild Return Home With Momentum

Anthony Edwards’ injury challenges the Timberwolves, Minnesota United faces playoff pressure, the Wild wins three straight, and the Vikings remain unbeaten.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS | Edwards Injury Reshapes Timberwolves’ Plans as Loons Face Playoff Pressure and Wild Return Home With Momentum

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 28 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Announces $111 Million for Heating Assistance as Households Prepare for Winter Bills

Minnesota announces $111 million in heating assistance for eligible renters and homeowners, with benefits up to $1,400 and applications due May 31, 2027.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 28 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Federal Disaster Loans Open for Businesses Hurt by Boundary Waters Wildfire Losses

Federal disaster loans are available to eligible businesses and nonprofits affected by Boundary Waters wildfires, with applications due July 22, 2027.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 28 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Alex Pretti’s Parents Press Justice Department for Answers and Evidence Nine Months After Fatal Shooting

Alex Pretti’s parents demand answers from the Justice Department nine months after federal agents fatally shot their son, as Minnesota investigators seek evidence.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 28 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Free Lead Testing at Sheridan Clinic Connects Minneapolis Families With Prevention Resources

Minneapolis families can access free blood lead testing and healthy-home education October 29 at Sheridan Clinic during National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Oct 28 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Opioid Deaths Decline Again, but Stimulants Drive Increase in Overall Overdose Toll

Minnesota’s opioid deaths fell for a third year in 2025, but rising stimulant-related fatalities pushed overall overdose deaths up 3% to 1,025.

Tom Akaolisa Editor