Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Sat. Jul 26 2025

MinneapoliMedia Community Interviews

As Liberia commemorates its 178th Independence Day on July 26, 2025, MinneapoliMedia proudly highlights the voices shaping the nation’s future.

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Coon Rapids Fri. Jul 25 2025

Coon Rapids Wraps Up Summer with Family-Friendly Events And Free Concerts

As summer begins to wind down, the City of Coon Rapids is inviting residents to take part in two signature community traditions that promise connection

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wraps Up Summer with Family-Friendly Events And Free Concerts

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Sunday September 14

High: 82°

Low: 70°

Wind: 10 MPH SE

Chance of rain: 0%

Thundery outbreaks in nearby, with a high of 82 and low of 70 degrees. Thundery outbreaks in nearby during the morning, overcast in the afternoon and evening, thundery outbreaks in nearby overnight.

Coon Rapids Fri. Jul 25 2025

Edina Police Arrest Seven In Underage Human Trafficking Sting

The Edina Police Department announced today the arrest of seven individuals in a coordinated sting operation targeting underage human trafficking.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Edina Police Arrest Seven In Underage Human Trafficking Sting

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Coon Rapids Fri. Jul 25 2025

Twin Cities Brace For Extensive Highway Closures And Lane Reductions This Weekend

Twin Cities commuters and travelers are advised to prepare for significant traffic disruptions this weekend

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 24 2025

Twin Cities Deluged by Torrential Rainfall, Flash Floods and Power Outages

A powerful wave of thunderstorms swept across the Twin Cities metro Wednesday afternoon, unleashing rainfall and prompting a flash flood warning for Anoka and Hennepin counties.

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Twin Cities Deluged by Torrential Rainfall, Flash Floods and Power Outages

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 24 2025

Senator Mary Kunesh Highlights Launch Of Tip Program To Help Solve Cases Of Missing And Murdered Indigenous Relatives

Minnesota has officially launched the Gaagige-Mikwendaagoziwag Reward Fund Tip Program, a new effort aimed at helping bring answers for Missing and Murdered Indigenous people.

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Senator Mary Kunesh Highlights Launch Of Tip Program To Help Solve Cases Of Missing And Murdered Indigenous Relatives

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 24 2025

Liberian Independence Day Celebrated Through Local Business Impact

This weekend, Brooklyn Center will host the first-ever Liberian Independence Day parade in Minnesota. A celebration of culture and impact after 35 years in the United States.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Liberian Independence Day Celebrated Through Local Business Impact

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 24 2025

Redacted 911 Transcript Released In Shooting Of Sen. John Hoffman

A newly released, redacted 911 transcript reveals harrowing moments from the June 14, shooting of Senator John Hoffman and wife, Yvette Hoffman at their home.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Redacted 911 Transcript Released In Shooting Of Sen. John Hoffman

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 24 2025

Best Natural Wonders To Visit In Minnesota In 2025

Minnesota's wilderness isn’t just big… it is huge.

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Best Natural Wonders To Visit In Minnesota In 2025

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 23 2025

Coon Rapids Farmers Market Set To Open, Offering Local Produce And Community Engagement

The highly anticipated Coon Rapids Farmers Market, a vibrant initiative organized by the Anoka County Growers Association, commenced its 2025 season

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Farmers Market Set To Open, Offering Local Produce And Community Engagement

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 23 2025

Champlin–Anoka Community On Alert: 13-Year‑Old Missing

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA), Anoka County Sheriff’s Office and Champlin Police, is urgently seeking public assistance in locating Celia “Noah” Walsh

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Champlin–Anoka Community On Alert: 13-Year‑Old Missing

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 23 2025

First Alert Forecast: Heat And Storms Continue Across Minnesota

The National Weather Service has issued ongoing heat advisories and thunderstorm watches for much of the Twin Cities metro and surrounding regions.

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First Alert Forecast: Heat And Storms Continue Across Minnesota

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