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Coon Rapids Sat. Sep 12 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | University of Minnesota Will Remove West Bank License-Plate Camera After Community Pushback

The University of Minnesota will remove a West Bank license-plate camera after community concerns over surveillance, privacy and possible data sharing with immigration authorities.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | University of Minnesota Will Remove West Bank License-Plate Camera After Community Pushback

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Coon Rapids Sat. Sep 12 2026

SATURDAY MORNING WITH CRANKY DON JOE | Every Neighborhood Has a Mayor Nobody Elected

Cranky Don Joe discovers that every neighborhood has an unofficial mayor who knows everyone’s business, only to realize he may be quietly becoming the next one.

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SATURDAY MORNING WITH CRANKY DON JOE | Every Neighborhood Has a Mayor Nobody Elected

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Coon Rapids Sat. Sep 12 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minneapolis Police Chief Search Enters Candidate Review as City Targets Fall Selection

Minneapolis is reviewing over a dozen applicants for police chief, with interviews and finalists expected this fall before the mayor nominates a candidate for council confirmation.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minneapolis Police Chief Search Enters Candidate Review as City Targets Fall Selection

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Coon Rapids Sat. Sep 12 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA TRAFFIC ALERT | East Seventh Street Closes Through Monday as Saint Paul Weekend Traffic Builds

East Seventh Street in Saint Paul is closed between Payne Avenue and Lafayette Street through 5 a.m. Monday, with additional ramp closures and detours in effect.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA TRAFFIC ALERT | East Seventh Street Closes Through Monday as Saint Paul Weekend Traffic Builds

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Coon Rapids Sat. Sep 12 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | FBI and Bureau of Indian Affairs Search Red Lake Nation Child-Welfare Building

Federal agents searched Red Lake Nation’s child-welfare facility Thursday, but authorities have disclosed no suspected offense, announced no arrests and reported no public threat

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Coon Rapids Sat. Sep 12 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Air-Pollution Rule Could Change How Industry Is Permitted in Environmental Justice Communities

Minnesota is developing cumulative-impact rules that could change air permitting in environmental justice areas, with post-hearing comments due September 21.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Air-Pollution Rule Could Change How Industry Is Permitted in Environmental Justice Communities

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Coon Rapids Fri. Sep 11 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Twenty-Five Years After 9/11, Minnesota Still Lives With Its Consequences

Twenty-five years after 9/11, Minnesota’s experience reflects personal loss, military service, expanded security powers and lasting effects on Muslim and immigrant communities.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Twenty-Five Years After 9/11, Minnesota Still Lives With Its Consequences

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Coon Rapids Fri. Sep 11 2026

MinneapoliMedia Presents | THIS WEEKEND IN THE TWIN CITIES™ | The Exhaustive Twin Cities Weekend Directory: September 11 ~ 13, 2026

The Twin Cities weekend is packed with festivals, cultural celebrations, sports, music, art, food, fireworks and dozens of free family activities across the metro.

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MinneapoliMedia Presents | THIS WEEKEND IN THE TWIN CITIES™ | The Exhaustive Twin Cities Weekend Directory: September 11 ~ 13, 2026

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Coon Rapids Fri. Sep 11 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Operation Zero Brings Veterans Suicide-Prevention Mission to Anoka County Fairgrounds Saturday

Operation Zero brings veterans and the Anoka County community together Saturday for music, car and motorcycle shows, food and fireworks supporting suicide-prevention efforts.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Operation Zero Brings Veterans Suicide-Prevention Mission to Anoka County Fairgrounds Saturday

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Coon Rapids Fri. Sep 11 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Brooklyn Park Latinofest Brings Music, Aztec Dance, Art and Community Resources Together Saturday

Brooklyn Park’s free Latinofest Saturday will feature live music, Aztec dance, art activities and community resources in an early celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Brooklyn Park Latinofest Brings Music, Aztec Dance, Art and Community Resources Together Saturday

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Coon Rapids Fri. Sep 11 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Lincoln Industries to Permanently Close Pine Island Plant, Eliminating About 55 Minnesota Jobs

Lincoln Industries will permanently close its Pine Island plant, eliminating about 55 jobs, with most layoffs set for October 29 and final cuts by April 2027.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Lincoln Industries to Permanently Close Pine Island Plant, Eliminating About 55 Minnesota Jobs

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Coon Rapids Fri. Sep 11 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA TRAFFIC ALERT | I-394 Ramp to Eastbound I-94 Closes Tonight for Entire Weekend

The ramp from eastbound I-394 to eastbound I-94 closes from 10 p.m. Friday through 5 a.m. Monday for bridge repairs, requiring a major weekend detour.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA TRAFFIC ALERT | I-394 Ramp to Eastbound I-94 Closes Tonight for Entire Weekend

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