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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 24 2025

Twin Cities Deluged by Torrential Rainfall, Flash Floods and Power Outages

A powerful wave of thunderstorms swept across the Twin Cities metro Wednesday afternoon, unleashing rainfall and prompting a flash flood warning for Anoka and Hennepin counties.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Twin Cities Deluged by Torrential Rainfall, Flash Floods and Power Outages

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 24 2025

Senator Mary Kunesh Highlights Launch Of Tip Program To Help Solve Cases Of Missing And Murdered Indigenous Relatives

Minnesota has officially launched the Gaagige-Mikwendaagoziwag Reward Fund Tip Program, a new effort aimed at helping bring answers for Missing and Murdered Indigenous people.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Senator Mary Kunesh Highlights Launch Of Tip Program To Help Solve Cases Of Missing And Murdered Indigenous Relatives

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Thursday July 24

High: 85°

Low: 67°

Wind: 4 MPH NW

Chance of rain: 78%

Moderate rain, with a high of 85 and low of 67 degrees. Overcast in the morning, partly cloudy during the afternoon, clear in the evening, fog overnight.

Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 24 2025

Liberian Independence Day Celebrated Through Local Business Impact

This weekend, Brooklyn Center will host the first-ever Liberian Independence Day parade in Minnesota. A celebration of culture and impact after 35 years in the United States.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Liberian Independence Day Celebrated Through Local Business Impact

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 24 2025

Redacted 911 Transcript Released In Shooting Of Sen. John Hoffman

A newly released, redacted 911 transcript reveals harrowing moments from the June 14, shooting of Senator John Hoffman and wife, Yvette Hoffman at their home.

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Redacted 911 Transcript Released In Shooting Of Sen. John Hoffman

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 24 2025

Best Natural Wonders To Visit In Minnesota In 2025

Minnesota's wilderness isn’t just big… it is huge.

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Best Natural Wonders To Visit In Minnesota In 2025

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 23 2025

Coon Rapids Farmers Market Set To Open, Offering Local Produce And Community Engagement

The highly anticipated Coon Rapids Farmers Market, a vibrant initiative organized by the Anoka County Growers Association, commenced its 2025 season

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Coon Rapids Farmers Market Set To Open, Offering Local Produce And Community Engagement

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 23 2025

Champlin–Anoka Community On Alert: 13-Year‑Old Missing

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA), Anoka County Sheriff’s Office and Champlin Police, is urgently seeking public assistance in locating Celia “Noah” Walsh

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Champlin–Anoka Community On Alert: 13-Year‑Old Missing

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 23 2025

First Alert Forecast: Heat And Storms Continue Across Minnesota

The National Weather Service has issued ongoing heat advisories and thunderstorm watches for much of the Twin Cities metro and surrounding regions.

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First Alert Forecast: Heat And Storms Continue Across Minnesota

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 23 2025

Council Approves Brooklyn Park Mayor’s Sister-City Visit, But Only In Nigeria

Brooklyn Park Mayor Hollies Winston plans to visit Lagos, Nigeria with his wife.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 23 2025

Popular Blaine Library Reopens After Extensive Renovations And Upgrades

The 3 1/2 month wait is over – the Johnsville Library in Blaine is open again after an extensive $500,000 makeover.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 22 2025

Cub Foods To Close St. Paul Midway Store, 96 Employees Affected

Cub Foods has announced the upcoming closure of its Midway store in St. Paul, a long-standing grocery location that has served the community for decades.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Cub Foods To Close St. Paul Midway Store, 96 Employees Affected

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 22 2025

Minneapolis Mourns the Loss Of Lisa Stortz, Beloved Creator Of The Iconic “Tulip House”

Minneapolis is bidding a heartfelt farewell to one of its quiet visionaries, Lisa Stortz.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minneapolis Mourns the Loss Of Lisa Stortz, Beloved Creator Of The Iconic “Tulip House”

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 22 2025

A Fourth Candidate, And First Republican, Ruth Bittner, Joins The Race To Fill Late Rep. Hortman’s Vacant House Seat

The special election to fill the House District 34B seat left vacant by the tragic death of longtime Representative and Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman continues to take shape.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

A Fourth Candidate, And First Republican, Ruth Bittner, Joins The Race To Fill Late Rep. Hortman’s Vacant House Seat

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 22 2025

Twin Cities Median Home Sale Price Hits Historic $401,000 In June

For the first time in recorded history, the median home sale price in the Twin Cities metro area has surpassed $400,000

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Twin Cities Median Home Sale Price Hits Historic $401,000 In June

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jul 22 2025

Minnesota Senate Mourns Sudden Loss Of Senator Bruce Anderson

Minnesota lawmakers and communities across the state mourns the sudden, unexpected death of Senator Bruce Anderson (R–Buffalo Township), who passed away Monday at the age of 75.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minnesota Senate Mourns Sudden Loss Of Senator Bruce Anderson

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