Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Thu. May 14 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Anoka-Hennepin School Board Appoints Greg Cole as Next Superintendent

Anoka-Hennepin School Board unanimously appointed longtime district administrator Greg Cole as the next superintendent beginning July 1, 2026.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. May 14 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Anoka Police Warn Downtown Businesses of Stricter Enforcement in Year-Round Social District

Anoka Police warned downtown businesses that stricter enforcement is coming for violations within the city’s year-round social district program.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Anoka Police Warn Downtown Businesses of Stricter Enforcement in Year-Round Social District

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Coon Rapids Thu. May 14 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids to Host Public Works Open House Ahead of National Public Works Week

Coon Rapids will host a Public Works Open House on May 16 featuring city equipment, facility tours, recycling information, and community activities.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids to Host Public Works Open House Ahead of National Public Works Week

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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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 Thu. May 14 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Blaine Police Warn Residents About Sophisticated Permit Application Scam

Blaine Police are warning residents and developers about a sophisticated phishing scam targeting local permit and planning applicants with fake city emails.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Blaine Police Warn Residents About Sophisticated Permit Application Scam

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Coon Rapids Thu. May 14 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA COMMUNITY NEWS | Revive Church and Crossroads Church to Host Free Community Food Distribution in Columbus

Revive Church and Crossroads Church will host a free monthly community food distribution May 14 in Columbus for residents facing food insecurity.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA COMMUNITY NEWS | Revive Church and Crossroads Church to Host Free Community Food Distribution in Columbus

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Coon Rapids Wed. May 13 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | The Youth Mental Health Crisis Cannot Be Ignored Any Longer

In this editorial we examine America’s worsening youth mental health crisis, linking rising emotional distress to isolation, screen dependency, and weakened community support.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | The Youth Mental Health Crisis Cannot Be Ignored Any Longer

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. May 13 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids to Recognize Public Works Employees During National Public Works Week

Coon Rapids will recognize public works employees during National Public Works Week, honoring infrastructure workers who maintain essential city services.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids to Recognize Public Works Employees During National Public Works Week

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. May 13 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Attorney General Ellison Launches Crackdown on Suspected Human Trafficking Operations Linked to Illicit Massage Businesses

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison launched a crackdown targeting suspected human trafficking operations tied to illicit massage businesses across the Twin Cities.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Attorney General Ellison Launches Crackdown on Suspected Human Trafficking Operations Linked to Illicit Massage Businesses

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. May 13 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Columbia Heights Couple Arrested After Fridley Highway Shooting Leaves Woman Critically Injured

Two Columbia Heights residents were arrested after a Fridley highway shooting left a woman critically injured while a juvenile passenger escaped unharmed.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. May 13 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Bike to Work Week Campaign Encourages Cycling, Transit Use, and Health-Focused Commuting

Bike to Work Week activities across Minnesota are promoting cycling, transit use, healthier commuting, and expanded awareness of sustainable transportation options.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Bike to Work Week Campaign Encourages Cycling, Transit Use, and Health-Focused Commuting

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. May 13 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Senate Approves Bill Restricting Federal Immigration Enforcement Access to Schools, Hospitals, and Courthouses

Minnesota Senate approved a bill limiting federal immigration enforcement access to schools, hospitals, and courthouses without judicial warrants.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Senate Approves Bill Restricting Federal Immigration Enforcement Access to Schools, Hospitals, and Courthouses

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. May 12 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 Calls for “Action” Beyond Awareness

Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 highlights the urgent need for real action as communities confront growing emotional strain, burnout, and mental healthcare gaps.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 Calls for “Action” Beyond Awareness

Tom Akaolisa Editor