Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 21 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Two People Killed by Twin Cities Light-Rail Trains in Separate Incidents Within Two Days

Two people were killed in separate light-rail collisions in Saint Paul and Minneapolis within about 14 hours, prompting separate Metro Transit police investigations.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Two People Killed by Twin Cities Light-Rail Trains in Separate Incidents Within Two Days

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Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 21 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minneapolis Police Seek Wisconsin-Plated Car Connected to Mass Shooting That Wounded Nine

Minneapolis police are seeking a black Infiniti with Wisconsin plates believed connected to the July Uptown mass shooting that wounded nine people outside the Reign Event Center.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minneapolis Police Seek Wisconsin-Plated Car Connected to Mass Shooting That Wounded Nine

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Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 21 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Federal Court Blocks Attempt to Remove Lawful Permanent Residents From SNAP

A federal court permanently blocked SNAP restrictions affecting some lawful permanent residents and barred penalties against Minnesota and other states over a retroactive deadline.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Federal Court Blocks Attempt to Remove Lawful Permanent Residents From SNAP

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Metro Neighbor Coon Rapids Opinion - Mon. Jul 6 2026

Prescription Drug Prices Need Reform
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Minnesotans Fought for the Right to Grow Their Own Cannabis. A Federal Rule Could Take It Back.
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Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 21 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Auto Borrowers to Receive $8.5 Million in Relief Under Subprime Lending Settlement

Minnesota auto borrowers are expected to receive more than $8.5 million in debt relief and refunds under a multistate settlement with subprime lender Credit Acceptance.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Auto Borrowers to Receive $8.5 Million in Relief Under Subprime Lending Settlement

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Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 21 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS | Late Galaxy Comeback Sends Minnesota United to Fourth Consecutive Loss

Minnesota United surrendered a 2-1 halftime lead in a 3-2 loss to the LA Galaxy, extending the Loons’ losing streak to four matches and winless run to five.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS | Late Galaxy Comeback Sends Minnesota United to Fourth Consecutive Loss

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Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 21 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS | Vikings Grind Out 9-3 Victory Over Bears Behind Defense and Special Teams

Minnesota improved to 2-0 with a 9-3 win over Chicago, relying on three field goals, two turnovers, a blocked kick and Dallas Turner’s game-ending sack.

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Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 20 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA'S SPECIAL FEATURE | ERIC GALE AT 88: The Guitarist Who Made the Music Around Him More Beautiful

On what would have been Eric Gale’s 88th birthday, MinneapoliMedia revisits the guitarist whose restraint, phrasing and listening made the music around him richer.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA'S SPECIAL FEATURE | ERIC GALE AT 88: The Guitarist Who Made the Music Around Him More Beautiful

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Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 20 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | This Weekend in the Twin Cities™: Things to Do Across the Twin Cities Today, Sunday, September 20, 2026

Coon Rapids and Fridley will split nearly $27,700 in federal funding for less-lethal weapons, GPS tracking devices and other police equipment.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | This Weekend in the Twin Cities™: Things to Do Across the Twin Cities Today, Sunday, September 20, 2026

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Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 20 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids and Fridley Police Secure Federal Funding for Less-Lethal Weapons and Tracking Equipment

Coon Rapids and Fridley will split nearly $27,700 in federal funding for less-lethal weapons, GPS tracking devices and other police equipment.

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Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 20 2026

SUNDAY WITH PHILOSOPHY JANE | We Keep a Box Because It Is a Really Good Box By Philosophy Jane

Philosophy Jane defends saving a sturdy cardboard box for a future need, finally proves its worth, then promptly starts the cycle again with another really good box.

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Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 20 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Torrential Rain Triggers Flooding, Mudslides and Road Closures Across Southern Minnesota

Torrential rain exceeding six inches in parts of southern Minnesota caused flooding, mudslides and road closures, leaving communities to assess widespread damage.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Torrential Rain Triggers Flooding, Mudslides and Road Closures Across Southern Minnesota

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Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 20 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Federal THC Restrictions Put Minnesota Beverage Businesses and Brooklyn Center Production Jobs at Risk

Federal THC restrictions set for November 12 threaten Minnesota’s hemp-beverage industry, including production jobs and contract manufacturing in Brooklyn Center.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Federal THC Restrictions Put Minnesota Beverage Businesses and Brooklyn Center Production Jobs at Risk

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