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Coon Rapids Tue. Sep 23 2025

Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Opens Its Doors for Annual Community Open House Today

The wait is finally over in Anoka County. Today, Tuesday, September 23, 2025, the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office is rolling out the welcome mat for its Annual Community Open House

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Opens Its Doors for Annual Community Open House Today

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Sep 23 2025

Coon Rapids Adjusts Ice Center Fees to Stay Competitive

Skaters and hockey players will see modest changes in ice rental costs at the Coon Rapids Ice Center this season.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Adjusts Ice Center Fees to Stay Competitive

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Saturday November 8

High: 36°

Low: 30°

Wind: 3 MPH NE

Chance of rain: 0%

Overcast , with a high of 36 and low of 30 degrees. Overcast in the morning, partly cloudy for the afternoon, clear in the evening,

Coon Rapids Tue. Sep 23 2025

Coon Rapids Proclaims October Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Spotlighting Alexandra House and Community Partnerships

The Coon Rapids City Council has formally proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 22 2025

Coon Rapids Accepts State Grant to Bolster Auto-theft Prevention

Coon Rapids City Council voted to accept a state auto-theft prevention grant that will fund two movable Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) cameras for the Coon Rapids PD.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 22 2025

Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Opens Its Doors for Annual Community Open House Tomorrow Sept. 23

The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office is extending an open invitation to residents for its annual Community Open House on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 22 2025

Coon Rapids Teen Charged with Attempted Murder in Botched Vape Robbery

A 16-year-old boy has been charged with attempted murder and first-degree assault following a shooting in Coon Rapids that left an 18-year-old critically injured.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Teen Charged with Attempted Murder in Botched Vape Robbery

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 22 2025

Senior Ramsey County Attorney Announces Candidacy for Hennepin County Attorney

Hao Nguyen, a senior prosecutor with over 15 years of experience, has officially announced his candidacy for Hennepin County Attorney.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Senior Ramsey County Attorney Announces Candidacy for Hennepin County Attorney

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 22 2025

Hennepin County To Stop Prosecuting Minor Traffic Violations, Aims To Address Racial Disparities and Save Lives

Hennepin County Attorney Moriarty announced that her office will no longer prosecute cases stemming from non-public safety traffic stops starting October 15, 2025.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 21 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Blue and Green Ribbons: A Call for Unity Beyond Tragedy

In south Minneapolis, grief now hangs from the branches of neighborhood trees.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Blue and Green Ribbons: A Call for Unity Beyond Tragedy

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 21 2025

Coon Rapids Police Celebrate National Crime Analyst Day by Honoring Trish Heitman

On September 20, the Coon Rapids Police Department joined agencies across the country in celebrating National Crime and Intelligence Analyst Appreciation Day.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 21 2025

Man Dies Following Mass Shooting Near I-35W, Lake Street Station

A man wounded in last week’s mass shooting near the Interstate 35W and Lake Street Station has died from his injuries, authorities confirmed.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Man Dies Following Mass Shooting Near I-35W, Lake Street Station

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Sep 21 2025

Community Events in Anoka County: Open House, Farmers Market, Recycling, and Opioid Awareness

Residents have opportunities in the coming days to connect with local law enforcement, shop fresh produce, responsibly dispose of household items, & learn about overdose prevention

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor