Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 25 2025

East Bethel Council Member Erkel Resists Resignation Calls After Heated Council Debate

East Bethel City Council Member Suzanne Erkel has not resigned, following a turbulent council meeting Monday evening where residents voiced strong opinions her recent posts.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

East Bethel Council Member Erkel Resists Resignation Calls After Heated Council Debate

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 25 2025

MNA Members Authorize Strike At Twin Cities, Duluth Area Hospitals Amid Stalled Negotiations

Members of the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) have overwhelmingly voted to authorize an unfair labor practice strike, a significant escalation in ongoing contract disputes.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MNA Members Authorize Strike At Twin Cities, Duluth Area Hospitals Amid Stalled Negotiations

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Thursday July 3

High: 94°

Low: 65°

Wind: 7 MPH S

Chance of rain: 0%

Partly Cloudy , with a high of 94 and low of 65 degrees. Mist for the morning, sunny during the afternoon, thundery outbreaks in nearby in the evening, cloudy overnight.

Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 25 2025

SexWorld Minneapolis Coming To An End

SexWorld Headed to Sex Shop Heaven

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 25 2025

Final Draft Of Arrive + Thrive Gateway Plans Ready For Public Review In Beltline, Wooddale, Louisiana, and West Excelsior Areas

Community members keen on following the development plans for various gateways in the city have something to look forward to, as the final draft of the Arrive + Thrive plans.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Final Draft Of Arrive + Thrive Gateway Plans Ready For Public Review In Beltline, Wooddale, Louisiana, and West Excelsior Areas

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 24 2025

Power Outage Reported in Champlin — Crews Responding

A power outage was reported in the city of Champlin this morning at approximately 10:33 a.m., leaving many residents without electricity as summer temperatures continue to rise.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Power Outage Reported in Champlin — Crews Responding

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 24 2025

🎉 Coon Rapids’ Summer In The City Series Kicks Off At Lions Coon Creek Park

The City of Coon Rapids is inviting residents to kick off summer with community spirit, city services, and sweet treats at first Summer in the City neighborhood meeting of 2025

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 24 2025

Maple Grove, Minnesota Seeks New Talent: City Announces Diverse Job Openings For Community Engagement And Public Service

The City of Maple Grove, Minnesota, is on the lookout for new blood.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 24 2025

Brooklyn Park Vet Clinic Inspired To Give Back After Death Of Hortman Family Dog

An assassin not only shot and killed Rep. Melissa Hortman (DFL-Brooklyn Park) and her husband Mark in their Brooklyn Park home — he also shot the family pet.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Brooklyn Park Vet Clinic Inspired To Give Back After Death Of Hortman Family Dog

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 24 2025

Blaine Man Accused Of Straw Purchasing Guns Used In Murders Of Trinity Ottoson-Smith, Aniya Allen

A man has been federally charged with straw purchasing dozens of firearms, including the ones used in the killings of 9-year-old Trinity Ottoson-Smith and 6-year-old Aniya Allen.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Blaine Man Accused Of Straw Purchasing Guns Used In Murders Of Trinity Ottoson-Smith, Aniya Allen

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 24 2025

BREAKING: 11-Year-Old Boy Fatally Shot At Minneapolis Park

Police say it's too early to tell if the boy was an intended target, or caught in crossfire.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 24 2025

Live Music Touted As Antidote To Loneliness In Post-Pandemic World, Study By University Of Melbourne Professor Reveals

Amidst the still-rippling effects of global lockdowns and the persistent feelings of isolation they've amplified, live music is emerging as a notable force in battling loneliness.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Live Music Touted As Antidote To Loneliness In Post-Pandemic World, Study By University Of Melbourne Professor Reveals

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 23 2025

Anoka County Board Passes Resolution To Clarify It Is Not A "Sanctuary" Jurisdiction.

At its June 10 public meeting, the Anoka County Board of Commissioners voted to adopt Resolution #2025‑PS11, titled “Resolution Affirming the Rule of Law,”

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor