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Coon Rapids Wed. May 28 2025

Five Years Later — The Enduring Legacy of George Floyd

A World Awakened, A Path Redefined: Global Impact and the Shifting Landscape of Racial Justice

Coon Rapids Wed. May 28 2025

Coon Rapids Police Ramp Up Road Safety on Northdale Boulevard Using Safe Road Zone Grant

Drivers traveling along Northdale Boulevard in Coon Rapids should expect to see more patrol vehicles and educational traffic stops this spring and summer.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Wednesday May 28

High: 70°

Low: 52°

Wind: 3 MPH NNE

Chance of rain: 0%

Cloudy , with a high of 70 and low of 52 degrees. Overcast during the morning, cloudy during the afternoon, overcast in the evening, partly cloudy overnight.

Coon Rapids Wed. May 28 2025

Largest Middle Eastern Fragrance Company To Open First Minnesota Store

Arabian Oud is setting up shop at the Mall of America.

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Largest Middle Eastern Fragrance Company To Open First Minnesota Store

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Coon Rapids Wed. May 28 2025

Federal Judge Dismisses Minneapolis Police Department's Proposed Consent Decree

The Minneapolis Police Department is no longer under federal oversight after a judge ruled on Tuesday to dismiss a proposed consent decree "with prejudice."

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Federal Judge Dismisses Minneapolis Police Department's Proposed Consent Decree

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Coon Rapids Wed. May 28 2025

‘One In Eight’ Documentary Opens Up Breast Cancer Realities

Stacy Caldwell is using her voice to raise awareness about breast cancer—not just for herself, but for millions of women.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

‘One In Eight’ Documentary Opens Up Breast Cancer Realities

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Coon Rapids Tue. May 27 2025

Five Years Later — The Enduring Legacy of George Floyd: Part 3

Rebuilding from the Ashes, Brick by Painful Brick

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Five Years Later — The Enduring Legacy of George Floyd: Part 3

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Coon Rapids Tue. May 27 2025

Ramsey Greenlights Major Street Reconstruction in Dickensons Mississippi Estates

The Ramsey City Council has given the final nod to a significant street reconstruction project in the Dickensons Mississippi Estates neighborhood.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. May 27 2025

Marking George Floyd's Death 5 Years Ago, Minnesota State Leaders Share Remarks

On May 25, 2020 on the corner of 38th and Chicago, George Floyd was murdered by then-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.

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Marking George Floyd's Death 5 Years Ago, Minnesota State Leaders Share Remarks

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Coon Rapids Tue. May 27 2025

Woman Who Posted The Video Of George Floyd's Murder Shares Tribute

On Memorial Day 2025, Frazier again told the world not to forget, posting a tribute to the man at the center of it all.

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Woman Who Posted The Video Of George Floyd's Murder Shares Tribute

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Coon Rapids Tue. May 27 2025

Nonprofit Works To Preserve Offerings At George Floyd Square

Rise & Remember has saved thousands of tributes left at George Floyd Square.

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Nonprofit Works To Preserve Offerings At George Floyd Square

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Coon Rapids Mon. May 26 2025

Five Years Later — The Enduring Legacy of George Floyd: Part 2

The Echo of "I Can't Breathe": A Continued Crisis

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Five Years Later — The Enduring Legacy of George Floyd: Part 2

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Coon Rapids Mon. May 26 2025

Brooklyn Park's Annual Tater Daze To Highlight Diversity With Parades, Music, And Family Fun On May 31

Brooklyn Park is gearing up to embrace its diverse roots with the upcoming Tater Daze celebration. The festivities kick off on Saturday, May 31, running from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor