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Coon Rapids Fri. Aug 22 2025

Minnesota DFL Withdraws Endorsement Of Omar Fateh In Minneapolis Mayoral Race

Controversial Move by State Democrats Sparks Debate Over Fairness and Donor Influence in Minneapolis Election

Coon Rapids Fri. Aug 22 2025

Blaine City Council Rejects Homeowner’s Tiny Home Proposal For Second Time

The Blaine City Council has, for the second time, rejected homeowner Alex Pepin’s proposal to build a 616-square-foot Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in his backyard.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Thursday August 28

High: 80°

Low: 59°

Wind: 5 MPH NE

Chance of rain: 0%

Partly Cloudy , with a high of 80 and low of 59 degrees. Mist in the morning, sunny in the afternoon, clear during the evening, partly cloudy overnight.

Coon Rapids Fri. Aug 22 2025

Minnesota State Fair 101: Your guide to the Great Minnesota Get-Together of 2025

The time of the year when powdered sugar is a food group.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minnesota State Fair 101: Your guide to the Great Minnesota Get-Together of 2025

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Coon Rapids Thu. Aug 21 2025

Coon Rapids City Attorney’s Office Secures $70,000 State Grant To Support Victim-Witness Specialist

The Coon Rapids City Attorney’s Office will continue its critical victim-witness services thanks to a $70,000 state grant awarded by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Aug 21 2025

Rep. Cedrick Frazier Announces Candidacy For Hennepin County Attorney, Endorsed By Attorney General Keith Ellison

State Representative Cedrick Frazier (DFL–New Hope) on Monday officially announced his candidacy for Hennepin County Attorney, becoming the first candidate to enter the race.

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Rep. Cedrick Frazier Announces Candidacy For Hennepin County Attorney, Endorsed By Attorney General Keith Ellison

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Coon Rapids Thu. Aug 21 2025

Minnesota Minimum Wage To Rise In 2026 With Inflation Adjustment

Minnesota’s minimum wage will increase on January 1, 2026, as part of the state’s annual inflation adjustment.

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Minnesota Minimum Wage To Rise In 2026 With Inflation Adjustment

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Coon Rapids Thu. Aug 21 2025

Senators Call For Independent Inspector General After Medicaid Fraud Revelation

Minnesota lawmakers are renewing their push for stronger oversight of state programs after a recent KARE 11 investigation uncovered Medicaid billing fraud.

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Senators Call For Independent Inspector General After Medicaid Fraud Revelation

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Coon Rapids Thu. Aug 21 2025

Minneapolis Planners Unveil Pedestrian-Only Plaza Design For George Floyd Square

City planners unveil a new pedestrian-only plaza design at George Floyd Square, the latest step in re-envisioning the intersection where George Floyd was murdered.

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Minneapolis Planners Unveil Pedestrian-Only Plaza Design For George Floyd Square

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Coon Rapids Wed. Aug 20 2025

Coon Rapids Farmers Market Hosts “Senior Day” This Afternoon

Fresh produce, homemade goods, and a celebration of community are on the menu this afternoon as the Coon Rapids Farmers Market marks Senior Day.

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Coon Rapids Farmers Market Hosts “Senior Day” This Afternoon

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Coon Rapids Wed. Aug 20 2025

Minnesota Attorney General Sues TikTok Over Youth Harm, “Addictive” Features, And Virtual Currency System

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has filed a sweeping lawsuit against TikTok Inc.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minnesota Attorney General Sues TikTok Over Youth Harm, “Addictive” Features, And Virtual Currency System

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Coon Rapids Wed. Aug 20 2025

Medtronic Adds Directors, Forms Strategic Committees After Elliott Stake

Medtronic, world’s largest medical device manufacturer, is reshaping its board and governance structure following activist investor Elliott Investment Management’s emergence.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Aug 20 2025

1,400 U Of M Workers Prepared to Strike As Students Come Back From Vacation

The start of the academic year at the University of Minnesota is facing potential disruption as more than 1,400 service workers have voted to authorize a strike.

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1,400 U Of M Workers Prepared to Strike As Students Come Back From Vacation

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