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Coon Rapids Thu. Sep 18 2025

Minnesota Senators Address Gun Violence Following Senate Working Group Hearings

Minnesota lawmakers concluded two days of hearings by the Senate Gun Violence Prevention Working Group this week, amid concerns over high-profile acts of gun violence in the state.

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Minnesota Senators Address Gun Violence Following Senate Working Group Hearings

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Coon Rapids Thu. Sep 18 2025

DFL State Rep. Mike Freiberg Announces Run for Minnesota Senate District 43

Barely a day after Senator Ann Rest said she will retire, Minnesota State Representative Mike Freiberg, declared his candidacy for State Senate District 43 .

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DFL State Rep. Mike Freiberg Announces Run for Minnesota Senate District 43

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Coon Rapids Thu. Sep 18 2025

Coon Rapids High School Student’s Art Honors Southeast Asian Heritage and Family Journey

For Coon Rapids High School student Nat Vuong, painting family members they never met became both an act of mourning and discovery.

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Coon Rapids High School Student’s Art Honors Southeast Asian Heritage and Family Journey

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Coon Rapids Thu. Sep 18 2025

Metro Transit Expands “Metro Micro” On-Demand Bus Service to Blaine

Metro Transit has officially expanded its Metro micro service to the Blaine zone, offering residents a convenient, on-demand, shared-ride transit option.

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Metro Transit Expands “Metro Micro” On-Demand Bus Service to Blaine

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Coon Rapids Thu. Sep 18 2025

Mayor Frey Moves to Stop Property Owner from Reopening Homeless Encampment Following Mass Shooting

Mayor Jacob Frey seeks a temporary restraining order against property owner Hamoudi Sabri to prevent him from re-establishing a homeless encampment on his private lot.

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Mayor Frey Moves to Stop Property Owner from Reopening Homeless Encampment Following Mass Shooting

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Coon Rapids Thu. Sep 18 2025

Minnesota Woman Sentenced to 51 Months for $2.7M Embezzlement to Fund Gambling Habit

A Minnesota woman has been sentenced to more than four years in federal prison for embezzling over $2.7 million from her employer to bankroll an online gambling addiction.

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Minnesota Woman Sentenced to 51 Months for $2.7M Embezzlement to Fund Gambling Habit

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Coon Rapids Wed. Sep 17 2025

Xp Lee Wins Special Election for District 34B, Filling Seat of Slain Rep. Melissa Hortman

DFL candidate Xp Lee wins the special election for Minnesota House District 34B, with over 60.8% of the vote against Republican challenger Ruth Bittner, who received roughly 39.1%.

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Xp Lee Wins Special Election for District 34B, Filling Seat of Slain Rep. Melissa Hortman

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Coon Rapids Wed. Sep 17 2025

Sen. Ann Rest to Retire After More Than Four Decades in Minnesota Legislature

State Senator Ann Rest (DFL–New Hope), one of Minnesota’s longest-serving lawmakers, announced this week that she will retire at the conclusion of her current term.

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Sen. Ann Rest to Retire After More Than Four Decades in Minnesota Legislature

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Coon Rapids Wed. Sep 17 2025

Coon Rapids City Hosting Local Youth at Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival

Local organizations and non-profits providing extracurricular activities for youths are invited to the Coon Rapids city's annual Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch, September 18, 2025.

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Coon Rapids City Hosting Local Youth at Rocky’s Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival

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Coon Rapids Wed. Sep 17 2025

5 Men Injured in Mass Shooting Near I-35W & Lake Street Station in Minneapolis

A mass shooting late Monday morning near the I-35W & Lake Street Station left five men injured, according to Minneapolis police.

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5 Men Injured in Mass Shooting Near I-35W & Lake Street Station in Minneapolis

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Coon Rapids Wed. Sep 17 2025

Former Minnesota Teacher of the Year Convicted of Sexually Abusing Student

Abdul Jameel Wright, the 2016 Minnesota Teacher of the Year, has been found guilty of first-degree criminal sexual conduct for repeatedly raping and sexually abusing a student.

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Former Minnesota Teacher of the Year Convicted of Sexually Abusing Student

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Coon Rapids Wed. Sep 17 2025

Minnesota Schools Strengthen Safety Measures Following Annunciation Shooting

In the wake of the tragic mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School, Minnesota schools are increasingly adopting the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System to enhance safety.

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Minnesota Schools Strengthen Safety Measures Following Annunciation Shooting

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Coon Rapids Tue. Sep 16 2025

Coon Rapids Police Department Celebrates National Police Woman Day

On September 13, 2025, the Coon Rapids Police Department celebrated National Police Woman Day, honoring the contributions of women in law enforcement.

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Coon Rapids Tue. Sep 16 2025

Coon Rapids Police Department Announces Officer Promotions

The Coon Rapids Police Department is pleased to announce the promotion of two officers: Troy Hyland and Autumn Nelson.

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Coon Rapids Tue. Sep 16 2025

Coon Rapids Police Explorers Program Opens Doors for Youth Interested in Law Enforcement

The Coon Rapids Police Department is inviting young people to learn more about careers in law enforcement through its Police Explorers program, designed for youth ages 14 to 20.

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Coon Rapids Tue. Sep 16 2025

Anoka County Sheriff’s Office to Host Community Open House September 23

The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office invites residents to its annual Community Open House on September 23, 2025, 4:00 at the Sheriff’s Office headquarters, 13301 Hanson Blvd. NW

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Coon Rapids Tue. Sep 16 2025

The Next Chapter: Calvin Rae Sets His Sights on Gustavus Adolphus College

The transition from high school to college is a defining moment in any student’s life, and for Calvin Rae, that milestone has arrived with excitement and purpose.

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The Next Chapter: Calvin Rae Sets His Sights on Gustavus Adolphus College

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Coon Rapids Tue. Sep 16 2025

From Recipes to Reality: How Jennifer Vickerman is Bringing Baking Memories to Life

Jennifer Vickerman, a Minneapolis native and lifelong baker, is channeling that comforting spirit into her new venture, For Goodness Bakes!

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From Recipes to Reality: How Jennifer Vickerman is Bringing Baking Memories to Life

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Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 15 2025

Anoka County Prepares for Pivotal House District 34B Special Election and City Council Meetings

Anoka County residents are preparing for a significant day in local and state politics, with the special election for Minnesota House District 34B set for Tuesday, September 16.

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Coon Rapids Mon. Sep 15 2025

Anoka County Accepts Testamentary Gift for Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park Improvements

The Anoka County Board of Commissioners has accepted a donation from the trust of the late Alan E. Grant, designated for improvements at Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park.

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Anoka County Accepts Testamentary Gift for Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park Improvements

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