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Coon Rapids Thu. Aug 14 2025

Frey Proposes $2 Billion 2026 Budget With 7.8% Property Tax Increase

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has unveiled his proposed $2 billion budget for 2026, which includes a 7.8% increase in the city’s property tax levy—the largest in over a decade.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Aug 13 2025

Coon Rapids Police Association Hosts Third Annual Charity Golf Tournament At Bunker Hills

The Coon Rapids Police Association (CRPA) hit the fairways this week for its third annual charity golf tournament.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Wednesday September 17

High: 85°

Low: 65°

Wind: 5 MPH S

Chance of rain: 74%

Heavy rain, with a high of 85 and low of 65 degrees. Mist in the morning, thundery outbreaks in nearby during the afternoon, mist during the evening, clear overnight.

Coon Rapids Wed. Aug 13 2025

Judge Finds St. Paul Man Not Guilty of Priest’s Murder Due to Mental Illness

A Ramsey County judge found Nathan Thomas Wondra not guilty of second-degree intentional murder in the 2024 killing of retired Catholic priest Rev. Lawrence “Larry” Johnson.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Judge Finds St. Paul Man Not Guilty of Priest’s Murder Due to Mental Illness

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Coon Rapids Wed. Aug 13 2025

Xp Lee Secures DFL Nomination to Succeed Slain Rep. Melissa Hortman

Former Brooklyn Park council member to face Republican newcomer Ruth Bittner in high-stakes September special election

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Xp Lee Secures DFL Nomination to Succeed Slain Rep. Melissa Hortman

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Coon Rapids Wed. Aug 13 2025

Brooklyn Center Receives $5M In State Funds To Revamp Community Center

The Minnesota Legislature made a $5.1 million financial investment in the city of Brooklyn Center this year.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Aug 13 2025

Hennepin County Board Votes To Dissolve HCMC Oversight Board, Assumes Direct Control Amid Financial Crisis

The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday voted 6–1 to dissolve the volunteer board overseeing Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC).

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Hennepin County Board Votes To Dissolve HCMC Oversight Board, Assumes Direct Control Amid Financial Crisis

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Coon Rapids Tue. Aug 12 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Part 3 - The Final Act: Hours Away from the County Board’s Reckless Dismantling of HCMC’s Representative Leadership

In mere hours, the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners will cast a vote that could unravel one of Minnesota’s most significant examples of representative governance.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Part 3 - The Final Act: Hours Away from the County Board’s Reckless Dismantling of HCMC’s Representative Leadership

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Coon Rapids Tue. Aug 12 2025

Minnesota State Fair 2025 Serves Up 33 New Foods, 8 New Vendors in a Culinary Extravaganza

The countdown is on for the 2025 Minnesota State Fair, running August 21 through Labor Day, September 1.

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Coon Rapids Tue. Aug 12 2025

Weekend (August 15-Fri) I-94 Closure Could Affect Early State Fair Travel — Here’s What You Need to Know

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) will close a key section of Interstate 94, part of an ongoing bridge repair in Minneapolis ahead of the Minnesota State Fair.

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Weekend (August 15-Fri) I-94 Closure Could Affect Early State Fair Travel — Here’s What You Need to Know

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Coon Rapids Tue. Aug 12 2025

Minnesota Supreme Court Legalizes “Ghost Guns,” Setting Stage For Legislative Showdown

The Minnesota Supreme Court has ruled that most homemade firearms, commonly known as “ghost guns,” are legal under current state law.

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Minnesota Supreme Court Legalizes “Ghost Guns,” Setting Stage For Legislative Showdown

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Coon Rapids Tue. Aug 12 2025

‘Shoe Away Hunger’ Bus Makes Stop In Brooklyn Center

There was a long line at the Brooklyn Center Farmer’s Market last Thursday. But it wasn’t for fresh produce. This line was for shoes.

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‘Shoe Away Hunger’ Bus Makes Stop In Brooklyn Center

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Coon Rapids Mon. Aug 11 2025

Vikings Preseason: McCarthy's Return, Position Battles, and Injury Concerns

The Minnesota Vikings' preseason schedule for the 2025 season has been a significant event, with a focus on the development of key players and an evaluation of the team's depth.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Vikings Preseason: McCarthy's Return, Position Battles, and Injury Concerns

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