Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 13 2025

DNA Breakthrough Identifies Parents of ‘Rachel Marie Doe’ in 42-Year-Old Blaine Cold Case

Anoka County Sheriff’s Cold Case Unit identified the parents of “Rachel Marie Doe,” solving a 42-year-old mystery that haunted Blaine and the wider community.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

DNA Breakthrough Identifies Parents of ‘Rachel Marie Doe’ in 42-Year-Old Blaine Cold Case

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 13 2025

Blaine Police Partner with HOPE 4 Youth for Third Annual ‘Out of the Cold’ Drive to Combat Youth Homelessness

ChatGPT said: As Minnesota freezes, Blaine PD and HOPE 4 Youth launch the 3rd annual “Out of the Cold” drive to aid youth homelessness in northern Twin Cities and Anoka.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Blaine Police Partner with HOPE 4 Youth for Third Annual ‘Out of the Cold’ Drive to Combat Youth Homelessness

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 13 2025

Minnesota Gun-Rights Group Threatens Lawsuit as Edina Drafts Local Firearms Ordinance

The Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus warned Edina it will sue if the city enacts a proposed firearms ordinance, citing state law that reserves gun regulation to the Legislature.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minnesota Gun-Rights Group Threatens Lawsuit as Edina Drafts Local Firearms Ordinance

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Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 13 2025

Senator Ron Latz Criticizes Fairview-UMP Agreement, Citing Exclusion of University of Minnesota Leadership

A new 10-year Fairview–UMP agreement for the University of Minnesota Medical School drew criticism from Sen. Ron Latz and raised concerns about the school’s future.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Senator Ron Latz Criticizes Fairview-UMP Agreement, Citing Exclusion of University of Minnesota Leadership

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Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 12 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Leadership When It Matters: Governor Walz Stands Up for Minnesotans in a Federal Crisis

In early Nov. 2025, hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans relying on SNAP and MFIP faced immediate hunger as the federal shutdown put essential food and support at risk.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Leadership When It Matters: Governor Walz Stands Up for Minnesotans in a Federal Crisis

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Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 12 2025

Coon Rapids Senior Bazaar Returns November 13: Shop Local, Support Charities, and Celebrate Community

The Coon Rapids Senior Bazaar & Flea Market returns Nov. 13, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. at 11155 Robinson Dr. NW, offering shopping, socializing, and support for local causes.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Senior Bazaar Returns November 13: Shop Local, Support Charities, and Celebrate Community

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Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 12 2025

Supreme Court Extends Block on Full SNAP Payments as Government Shutdown Deal Nears

The U.S. Supreme Court extended its block on full SNAP benefits Tuesday, prolonging uncertainty for millions as Congress nears resolution of the federal shutdown.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Supreme Court Extends Block on Full SNAP Payments as Government Shutdown Deal Nears

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Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 12 2025

Minneapolis Council Member Jamal Osman Carjacked in South Minneapolis; Police Arrest Two Juveniles

Minneapolis Council Member Jamal Osman (Ward 6) was carjacked Monday near East Lake St. and Portland Ave. around 8 p.m., days after his reelection.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minneapolis Council Member Jamal Osman Carjacked in South Minneapolis; Police Arrest Two Juveniles

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Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 12 2025

Minnesota Agencies Hire IACP for Independent Review of Law Enforcement Response to Lawmaker Shootings

Minnesota agencies hired IACP to review the June 14, 2025, political shootings that killed former Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband and injured Sen. John Hoffman and his wife

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 12 2025

Governor Tim Walz Signs Executive Order Creating Minnesota Statewide Food Pantry Network for Veterans Amid Rising Food Insecurity

Gov. Tim Walz signed EO 25-11 on Nov. 11 directing MDVA to create a statewide Veteran Food Pantry Network to fight food insecurity among veterans and their families.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Governor Tim Walz Signs Executive Order Creating Minnesota Statewide Food Pantry Network for Veterans Amid Rising Food Insecurity

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Coon Rapids Tue. Nov 11 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Veterans Day: Lessons in Service, Unity, and Resilience for a Nation at a Crossroads

On this Nov. 11, flags ripple across the nation as Americans honor Veterans Day, reflecting on the courage, sacrifice, and service of U.S. military men and women.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Veterans Day: Lessons in Service, Unity, and Resilience for a Nation at a Crossroads

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Nov 11 2025

Coon Rapids and Anoka Step Up in Friendly Food Drive Challenge to Support ACBC Food Shelf as Early Results Pour In

The Coon Rapids–Anoka mayoral food drive runs Nov. 10–21, with both cities rallying residents to support the ACBC Food Shelf and fight hunger across Anoka County.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids and Anoka Step Up in Friendly Food Drive Challenge to Support ACBC Food Shelf as Early Results Pour In

Tom Akaolisa Editor