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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 16 2025

A State United In Grief, A Call To Heal

Saturday, June 14, 2025, a shadow fell over Minnesota, a darkness so profound it will forever be etched into the collective memory of our state.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

A State United In Grief, A Call To Heal

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 16 2025

Suspect In Targeted Shootings Of Minnesota Lawmakers Apprehended After Statewide Manhunt

Authorities have confirmed the arrest of 57‑year‑old Vance Luther Boelter late Sunday in rural Sibley County.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Suspect In Targeted Shootings Of Minnesota Lawmakers Apprehended After Statewide Manhunt

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Monday June 16

High: 86°

Low: 63°

Wind: 12 MPH W

Chance of rain: 88%

Moderate rain, with a high of 86 and low of 63 degrees. Fog in the morning, sunny in the afternoon, thundery outbreaks in nearby in the evening, overcast overnight.

Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 16 2025

BREAKING: Suspect In Minnesota Legislators Shooting Taken Into Custody

Authorities have confirmed that the suspect in the targeted shootings of Minnesota Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and State Senator John Hoffman has been taken into custody.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

BREAKING: Suspect In Minnesota Legislators Shooting Taken Into Custody

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 15 2025

🕊️ IN LOVING MEMORY OF SPEAKER EMERITA MELISSA HORTMAN

Minnesota mourns the loss of a steadfast public servant, community pillar, and champion of democratic values.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

🕊️ IN LOVING MEMORY OF SPEAKER EMERITA MELISSA HORTMAN

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 15 2025

Gov. Walz Orders Flags At Half-Staff After Killing Of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, Shooting Of Sen. John Hoffman

In a solemn gesture of mourning and respect, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has ordered all state and U.S. flags to be flown at killing of Melissa Hortman and husband, Mark.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Gov. Walz Orders Flags At Half-Staff After Killing Of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, Shooting Of Sen. John Hoffman

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 14 2025

Breaking: Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman And Husband Killed In Apparent Politically Motivated Attack; Sen. Hoffman And Wife Injured

Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and Husband Killed in Apparent Politically Motivated Attack; Sen. Hoffman and Wife Injured

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Breaking: Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman And Husband Killed In Apparent Politically Motivated Attack; Sen. Hoffman And Wife Injured

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 14 2025

Minnesota On Edge: Lawmakers Attacked in Targeted Shootings

Minnesota on Edge: Lawmakers Attacked in Targeted Shootings; Suspect Impersonating Law Enforcement Sought

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minnesota On Edge: Lawmakers Attacked in Targeted Shootings

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 14 2025

Anoka’s 2025 Pride Festival Celebrates Inclusivity In The “Halloween Capital Of The World”

Known affectionately as the “Halloween Capital of the World,” Anoka continued to build on a new legacy of inclusivity with its 2nd annual Pride Festival on June 7, 2025.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Anoka’s 2025 Pride Festival Celebrates Inclusivity In The “Halloween Capital Of The World”

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 14 2025

Columbia Heights Opens Public Comment on Major Apartment Development at Former Medtronic Site

The City of Columbia Heights is inviting public input on a major mixed-use redevelopment proposal at the former Medtronic campus.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Columbia Heights Opens Public Comment on Major Apartment Development at Former Medtronic Site

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 14 2025

Ramsey County Man Accused Of Threatening 2 Children Into Sexual Exploitation Arrested, Charged

A Ramsey County man wanted on a warrant for sexually exploiting two teens has been arrested.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Ramsey County Man Accused Of Threatening 2 Children Into Sexual Exploitation Arrested, Charged

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 14 2025

Both Directions Of I-94 To Temporarily Close This Weekend In Part Of Minneapolis

Both Directions Of I-94 To Temporarily Close This Weekend In Part Of Minneapolis

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Both Directions Of I-94 To Temporarily Close This Weekend In Part Of Minneapolis

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 14 2025

Lakeville Residents Voice Concerns About HOA Roof Repair; Board President Responds

Glasswort Drive, in the Avonlea Townhome neighborhood in Lakeville, was busy with dozens of roofing crews Friday.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Lakeville Residents Voice Concerns About HOA Roof Repair; Board President Responds

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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