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Coon Rapids Tue. Apr 7 2026

Blaine Police Report 5,154 Calls for Service in March, Traffic Stops and Medical Calls Lead Activity

Blaine Police handled 5,154 calls in March, led by traffic stops and medical incidents, reflecting rising demand and diverse public safety needs in a growing city.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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Coon Rapids Tue. Apr 7 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | Builders of Minnesota: Inside Firnela - From Four Years in Silence to a Minnesota Launch That Could Reshape Hospitality Work

Firnela launches in Minnesota after four years, offering a staffing platform that connects vetted workers and businesses, aiming to reshape hospitality labor.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Apr 7 2026

Immigrant Rapid Response Fund Concludes Emergency Phase After Distributing $12 Million Across Minnesota

Minnesota’s Immigrant Rapid Response Fund distributed $12M to 140 groups, concluding its emergency phase after rapid fundraising and statewide support.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Immigrant Rapid Response Fund Concludes Emergency Phase After Distributing $12 Million Across Minnesota

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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 Tue. Apr 7 2026

988 Lifeline: The Three-Digit Number Reshaping America’s Mental Health Response

988 Lifeline offers 24/7 free, confidential crisis support nationwide, but uneven awareness remains a key challenge despite rising demand and millions of annual contacts.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

988 Lifeline: The Three-Digit Number Reshaping America’s Mental Health Response

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Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 6 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 | The World Cup Reimagined - Who’s In, Who’s Out, and What It Means for The Tournament

The 2026 World Cup expands to 48 teams, bringing new nations in while leaving major powers out, reshaping global football’s balance and competitive landscape.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

WORLD CUP 2026 | The World Cup Reimagined - Who’s In, Who’s Out, and What It Means for The Tournament

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Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 6 2026

COON RAPIDS TO HOST HOME ELECTRIFICATION WORKSHOP AS STATEWIDE INITIATIVE EXPANDS

Coon Rapids will host a free April 14 workshop to help residents transition to electric home systems, covering heat pumps, costs, incentives, and clean energy planning.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

COON RAPIDS TO HOST HOME ELECTRIFICATION WORKSHOP AS STATEWIDE INITIATIVE EXPANDS

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 6 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA: Oklahoma Bounty Hunters Charged After Replica Firearms Incident in Minneapolis

Two Oklahoma men face felony charges after using replica firearms in Minneapolis incidents, raising concerns over public safety and lack of bounty hunter oversight.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA: Oklahoma Bounty Hunters Charged After Replica Firearms Incident in Minneapolis

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Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 6 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA: Hennepin Healthcare Co-Administrator Resigns Amid Governance Conflict and Deepening Financial Crisis

Hennepin Healthcare co-administrator Kevin Croston resigns after citing governance conflicts, as the system faces deep financial strain and leadership uncertainty.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA: Hennepin Healthcare Co-Administrator Resigns Amid Governance Conflict and Deepening Financial Crisis

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Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 6 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA: Kickoff to Summer at the Fair Returns for Sixth Year at State Fairgrounds

Kickoff to Summer at the Fair returns May 21-24, offering a smaller, timed-entry State Fair experience with food, music, and attractions in Falcon Heights.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA: Kickoff to Summer at the Fair Returns for Sixth Year at State Fairgrounds

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Coon Rapids Mon. Apr 6 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | THE POWER OF HER: Se’Anna R. Johnson - Restoration, Responsibility, and the Work Taking Shape in Minnesota

Se’Anna Johnson’s work in Minnesota centers on restorative education, using creativity and connection to help individuals reflect, engage, and build community.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | THE POWER OF HER: Se’Anna R. Johnson - Restoration, Responsibility, and the Work Taking Shape in Minnesota

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Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 5 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPECIAL FEATURE | Easter in Minnesota: Faith, Community, and the Meaning of Renewal

Easter in Minnesota reflects faith, uncertainty, and quiet renewal, as people gather, reflect, and carry personal burdens while choosing connection and hope.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPECIAL FEATURE | Easter in Minnesota: Faith, Community, and the Meaning of Renewal

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Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 5 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | ANOKA COUNTY: Charges Filed in School Firearm Case Raise Broader Questions About Safety, Law, and Youth Risk

Anoka County files charges after a firearm was found at Anoka High School, highlighting rising school safety concerns, legal risks, and youth access to weapons.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | ANOKA COUNTY: Charges Filed in School Firearm Case Raise Broader Questions About Safety, Law, and Youth Risk

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 5 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | ST. PAUL: A System Under Strain as Healthcare Crisis, Provider Power Shift, and Hospital Instability Converge at the Capitol

Minnesota faces a healthcare crisis as rising costs, provider unionization, and hospital instability converge, pushing lawmakers toward urgent system reforms.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | ST. PAUL: A System Under Strain as Healthcare Crisis, Provider Power Shift, and Hospital Instability Converge at the Capitol

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Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 5 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA: National Guard Deployment During Operation Metro Surge Estimated at $5.2 Million

Minnesota’s National Guard deployment during Operation Metro Surge is estimated at $5.2 million, as officials review broader public safety and economic impacts.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA: National Guard Deployment During Operation Metro Surge Estimated at $5.2 Million

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Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 5 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Wild Clinch Playoff Berth with 5-2 Win Over Vancouver

Minnesota Wild clinched a playoff berth with a 5-2 win over Vancouver, powered by Boldy and Hartman, securing another postseason spot in the West.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Wild Clinch Playoff Berth with 5-2 Win Over Vancouver

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