Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Sun. Apr 19 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | BROOKLYN CENTER: Police Report Decline in Violent Crime as Gunfire Incidents Rise in 2025 Data

Brooklyn Center sees crime drop in 2025, with violent crime, thefts down, but gunfire incidents rise over 40%, highlighting ongoing public safety challenges.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Apr 18 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA ENTERTAINMENT | This Weekend in the Twin Cities - Entertainment Guide: April 18 ~ April 19, 2026

Twin Cities weekend features major festivals, live music, sports, and community events, with MSPIFF and St. Paul Art Crawl anchoring a high-volume, multi-venue lineup.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA ENTERTAINMENT | This Weekend in the Twin Cities - Entertainment Guide: April 18 ~ April 19, 2026

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Coon Rapids Weather: Monday June 1

High: 84°

Low: 61°

Wind: 6 MPH SE

Chance of rain: 73%

Patchy rain nearby, with a high of 84 and low of 61 degrees. Don't forget your umbrella! Sunny in the morning, partly cloudy during the afternoon and evening, mist overnight.

Coon Rapids Sat. Apr 18 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | ANOKA COUNTY: Free Legal Clinics Offered at May 1 Law Day Event

Anoka County hosts free Law Day legal clinics May 1, offering help with expungement, housing, family law, fines, and warrants at the courthouse.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | ANOKA COUNTY: Free Legal Clinics Offered at May 1 Law Day Event

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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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Twin Cities Neighbor Coon Rapids Opinion - Mon. May 11 2026

Minnesota’s Youth Need a Better Path Forward on Chatbot Regulation
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Financial Neighbor Coon Rapids Public Notices and Press Releases - Tue. Jan 20 2026

Twin Cities Residents Can Receive up to $17,500 to Purchase Home
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Coon Rapids Sat. Apr 18 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | COON RAPIDS PUBLIC SAFETY: Dispatchers Recognized During National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

Coon Rapids recognizes 911 dispatchers during Telecommunicators Week, highlighting their critical role in coordinating emergency response and supporting public safety.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | COON RAPIDS PUBLIC SAFETY: Dispatchers Recognized During National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

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Coon Rapids Sat. Apr 18 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | BLAINE PUBLIC SAFETY: Officials Highlight Extreme Heat Risks During Severe Weather Awareness Week

Blaine officials highlight extreme heat risks during Severe Weather Awareness Week, urging precautions as heat remains a leading weather-related danger.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | BLAINE PUBLIC SAFETY: Officials Highlight Extreme Heat Risks During Severe Weather Awareness Week

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Coon Rapids Sat. Apr 18 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA LEGISLATURE: Senate Committee Advances HCMC Stabilization Funding in Health and Human Services Budget Bill

Senate panel advances HHS budget with nearly $300M to stabilize HCMC and support hospitals, food access, and human services systems statewide.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA LEGISLATURE: Senate Committee Advances HCMC Stabilization Funding in Health and Human Services Budget Bill

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Coon Rapids Sat. Apr 18 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | BROOKLYN PARK BUSINESS: Skaalvenn Distillery Marks Cambodian New Year While Co-Owner Returns Following Double Lung Transplant

Skaalvenn Distillery marks Cambodian New Year while co-owner Tyson Schnitker returns after double lung transplant, raising organ donation awareness.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | BROOKLYN PARK BUSINESS: Skaalvenn Distillery Marks Cambodian New Year While Co-Owner Returns Following Double Lung Transplant

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Coon Rapids Fri. Apr 17 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | MINNESOTA MATTERS: The Systems Being Built - How a $4.1 Million Investment at Hennepin Tech Defines Minnesota’s Position in the Race for Semiconductors, Automation, and Artificial Intelligence

Hennepin Tech’s $4.1M expansion builds a semiconductor and automation workforce pipeline, positioning Minnesota in advanced manufacturing and AI-driven industry growth.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | MINNESOTA MATTERS: The Systems Being Built - How a $4.1 Million Investment at Hennepin Tech Defines Minnesota’s Position in the Race for Semiconductors, Automation, and Artificial Intelligence

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Coon Rapids Fri. Apr 17 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | BLAINE PUBLIC SAFETY: Blaine Police Outreach Team Receives Statewide Distinguished Service Award

Blaine Police outreach team earns statewide award for expanding community engagement, prevention programs, and partnerships as part of a modern public safety approach.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | BLAINE PUBLIC SAFETY: Blaine Police Outreach Team Receives Statewide Distinguished Service Award

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Coon Rapids Fri. Apr 17 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | COON RAPIDS LOCAL GOVERNMENT: Discounted Rain Barrels and Compost Bins Available to Residents Through Regional Sustainability Program

Coon Rapids offers discounted rain barrels and compost bins through a regional program, promoting water conservation and waste reduction with pickup set for June 13.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Apr 17 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | THE UNWRITTEN RECORD: The Gift Economy in Motion: How a Coon Rapids Community Is Redefining Value, Waste, and Neighborly Care

Coon Rapids Buy Nothing group enables free sharing of goods, reducing waste, supporting households, and strengthening community through a growing local gift economy.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | THE UNWRITTEN RECORD: The Gift Economy in Motion: How a Coon Rapids Community Is Redefining Value, Waste, and Neighborly Care

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Coon Rapids Fri. Apr 17 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA ECONOMY: Unemployment Rises to 4.5% in February as Labor Force Contracts

Minnesota unemployment rises to 4.5% in February as labor force shrinks and job losses spread, signaling a modest slowdown across the state economy.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | MINNESOTA ECONOMY: Unemployment Rises to 4.5% in February as Labor Force Contracts

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