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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.

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

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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.

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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.

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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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.

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

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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.

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

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Coon Rapids Fri. Jun 5 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | This Weekend in the Twin Cities – Entertainment Guide: June 5 ~ 7, 2026 Edition

The Twin Cities kick off June with a packed weekend featuring art fairs, festivals, live music, sports, theater, family events, and community celebrations.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | This Weekend in the Twin Cities – Entertainment Guide: June 5 ~ 7, 2026 Edition

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Coon Rapids Fri. Jun 5 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Missing Columbia Heights Man Matthew Timmons Found Dead in South Dakota, Ending Multi-State Search

Missing Columbia Heights resident Matthew Timmons was found dead in South Dakota, ending a multi-state search that began after concerns about his health and safety.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Missing Columbia Heights Man Matthew Timmons Found Dead in South Dakota, Ending Multi-State Search

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