Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 7 2025

BREAKING: Search For Missing Columbia Heights Teen Manny Collins Escalates With Intensive Landfill Operation In Elk River.

A significant operation is currently underway at the Waste Management Landfill in Elk River in efforts to locate Jordan "Manny" Collins Jr., 16-year-old Columbia Heights teenager.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

BREAKING: Search For Missing Columbia Heights Teen Manny Collins Escalates With Intensive Landfill Operation In Elk River.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 7 2025

Coon Rapids Police Host Bean Bag Tournament To Support "Shop with A Cop" During Fourth Of July Festivities

The Coon Rapids Police Department is inviting the community to showcase their aiming skills at the upcoming Bean Bag Tournament, as part of the city's Fourth of July festivities.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Police Host Bean Bag Tournament To Support Shop with A Cop During Fourth Of July Festivities

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Saturday June 7

High: 77°

Low: 63°

Wind: 3 MPH E

Chance of rain: 0%

Cloudy , with a high of 77 and low of 63 degrees. Overcast in the morning, cloudy in the afternoon, partly cloudy in the evening, overcast overnight.

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 7 2025

North Memorial Nurses Picket Over Contract Fight

Nurses across Minnesota hit the pavement this week to highlight their ongoing contract fight with hospital executives.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

North Memorial Nurses Picket Over Contract Fight

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 7 2025

Popular North Metro Farm Adding An Apple Orchard

In a few years, North Metro residents will soon have another option for fall fun.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Popular North Metro Farm Adding An Apple Orchard

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 7 2025

Minneapolis City Council Orders Independent Review Of Federal Actions At Lake And Bloomington

Transparency and accountability are on the Minneapolis City Council's agenda following recent federal actions at East Lake and Bloomington.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minneapolis City Council Orders Independent Review Of Federal Actions At Lake And Bloomington

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 7 2025

Minnesota Lawmakers To Finalize Bipartisan Balanced State Budget In One-Day Special Session Monday

Minnesota state legislators are set to convene a one-day special session on Monday, June 9 to finalize and pass the remaining budget bills for the upcoming biennium.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minnesota Lawmakers To Finalize Bipartisan Balanced State Budget In One-Day Special Session Monday

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Coon Rapids Fri. Jun 6 2025

Coon Rapids Police Boost Road Safety Initiatives, Pledge Could Win Residents Family Safety Packs

The Coon Rapids Police Department is doubling down on road safety with a pledge that could net residents a Family Safety Pack.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Jun 6 2025

CenterPoint Energy Commences Major Gas Infrastructure Upgrade in Minneapolis's Webber-Camden Neighborhood

CenterPoint Energy to launch a significant natural gas infrastructure upgrade project in Minneapolis's Webber-Camden neighborhood, with work to start on June 11, 2025.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

CenterPoint Energy Commences Major Gas Infrastructure Upgrade in Minneapolis's Webber-Camden Neighborhood

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Coon Rapids Fri. Jun 6 2025

Coon Rapids, Minnesota Seeks Building Inspector To Enhance Construction Standards And Sustainability

The City of Coon Rapids in Minnesota is broadening its workforce and has opened a position for a Building Inspector, who will focus on mechanical and energy management systems.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Fri. Jun 6 2025

Metro Transit Seeks Input For Bus Stop Signs

Metro Transit is seeking input from riders if the sign meets their needs.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Metro Transit Seeks Input For Bus Stop Signs

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Coon Rapids Fri. Jun 6 2025

Robbinsdale City Council Advances Proposed Ordinance to Prohibit Tents and Temporary Shelters on Public Property

The Robbinsdale City Council approves the first reading of a proposed ordinance that would prohibit the setting up of any tent or temporary shelter on city-owned properties.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Jun 5 2025

Coon Rapids Rolls Out 'Rec On the Spot' For Kids And Teens With Free Activities

Summer is here, and so is the "Rec on the Spot," a mobile recreation program that promises to keep children and teens engaged with various fun activities.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor