Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 7 2026

SUNDAY WITH PHILOSOPHY JANE | The Group Chat Has Become A Small Government

Philosophy Jane explores how every group chat eventually becomes a miniature government complete with mayors, factions, debates, bureaucracy, and belonging.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 7 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Launches "Safe Trails Make Happy Trails" Campaign Amid Growing E-Bike and Trail Traffic

Coon Rapids has launched its “Safe Trails Make Happy Trails” campaign, promoting trail etiquette and safety as e-bike, scooter, and pedestrian traffic continues to grow.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Launches Safe Trails Make Happy Trails Campaign Amid Growing E-Bike and Trail Traffic

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 7 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Bomb Threat Forces Evacuation of Como Zoo as Rare Corpse Flower Begins Blooming

A bomb threat forced the evacuation of Como Zoo just hours before Horace the corpse flower began its rare bloom, drawing police and thousands of visitors.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Bomb Threat Forces Evacuation of Como Zoo as Rare Corpse Flower Begins Blooming

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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Metro Neighbor Coon Rapids Opinion - Mon. Jul 6 2026

Prescription Drug Prices Need Reform
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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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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 7 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Four Candidates, One City: Brooklyn Park's Mayoral Race Heads Toward August Primary

Brooklyn Park's four-way mayoral race heads to an August primary, with voters narrowing the field before November's pivotal election.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 7 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA ARTS & CULTURE | In Rural Minnesota, America's Biggest Philosophical Debate Returns for a 33rd Year

The Great American Think-Off returns to rural Minnesota, inviting finalists from across the country to debate whether the pursuit of happiness has made Americans unhappy.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA ARTS & CULTURE | In Rural Minnesota, America's Biggest Philosophical Debate Returns for a 33rd Year

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 7 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | More Than 5,500 Calls in May Reveal the Expanding Scope of Public Safety in Blaine

Blaine police handled 5,567 calls in May, including 1,755 traffic stops, 421 medical emergencies, 199 crashes, and 45 DWI incidents.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 6 2026

SATURDAY MORNING WITH CRANKY DON JOE | I Called You Because I Wanted to Talk

Cranky DJ discovers modern communication means nobody answers calls, but everyone has time for 143 texts, voice notes, emojis, and endless confusion.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

SATURDAY MORNING WITH CRANKY DON JOE | I Called You Because I Wanted to Talk

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 6 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Council Advances 3M Open Security Partnership, Supports Community Events, Reviews Flag Policy

Coon Rapids leaders approved a 3M Open security partnership, accepted a clean financial audit, supported community events, and reviewed City Hall flag policy.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Council Advances 3M Open Security Partnership, Supports Community Events, Reviews Flag Policy

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 6 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA COMMUNITY EVENTS | Fleet Farm Invites Dog Owners to Free "Dog Day" Celebration Across All Locations

Fleet Farm's free Dog Day returns June 6, offering treats, pup cups, giveaways, and pet-friendly fun for dogs and their owners across all store locations.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA COMMUNITY EVENTS | Fleet Farm Invites Dog Owners to Free Dog Day Celebration Across All Locations

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 6 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | University of Minnesota Proposes 3.8% Tuition Increase Amid Inflation Pressures, Funding Challenges

The University of Minnesota is proposing a 3.8% tuition increase for 2026-27, citing inflation, rising costs, and funding pressures while maintaining financial aid commitments.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 6 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MAN CHARGED AFTER BCA INVESTIGATION ALLEGES CREATION OF AI-GENERATED CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE MATERIAL

A Columbia Heights man faces felony charges after a BCA investigation alleged he created AI-generated child sexual abuse material and recorded sexual conduct involving a minor.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MAN CHARGED AFTER BCA INVESTIGATION ALLEGES CREATION OF AI-GENERATED CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE MATERIAL

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 6 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Animal Health Officials Monitoring First U.S. New World Screwworm Case in Six Decades

Minnesota animal health officials are monitoring the first U.S. New World screwworm case in 60 years as federal agencies work to prevent the parasite's spread.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Animal Health Officials Monitoring First U.S. New World Screwworm Case in Six Decades

Tom Akaolisa Editor