Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Wed. May 27 2026

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Coon Rapids Wed. May 27 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Eid al-Adha and the Minnesota Story of Faith, Sacrifice, and Community

Eid al-Adha reflects Minnesota’s growing Muslim communities through faith, sacrifice, charity, family tradition, and deep civic and cultural contribution.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Eid al-Adha and the Minnesota Story of Faith, Sacrifice, and Community

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Wednesday May 27

High: 94°

Low: 63°

Wind: 3 MPH SW

Chance of rain: 81%

Patchy rain nearby, with a high of 94 and low of 63 degrees. Don't forget your umbrella! Sunny during the morning, patchy rain nearby during the afternoon and evening, clear overnight.

Coon Rapids Wed. May 27 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Anoka County Jail Inmate Charged Following Alleged Unprovoked Assault On Two Fellow Inmates

Anoka County prosecutors charged a jail inmate after an alleged unprovoked assault on two fellow inmates inside the county detention facility.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Anoka County Jail Inmate Charged Following Alleged Unprovoked Assault On Two Fellow Inmates

Tom Akaolisa Editor

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Twin Cities Neighbor Coon Rapids Opinion - Mon. May 11 2026

Minnesota’s Youth Need a Better Path Forward on Chatbot Regulation
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50+ Local Students Perform at DeGamba Summer Recital During Pioneer Days - Sun May 31 12:00 pm
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Financial Neighbor Coon Rapids Public Notices and Press Releases - Tue. Jan 20 2026

Twin Cities Residents Can Receive up to $17,500 to Purchase Home
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Coon Rapids Wed. May 27 2026

VOICES FROM AROUND AMERICA (VFAA) S1 E1 | Dr. Stephanie Little Hawk-Big Crow: Calling the Spirit Back

Dr. Stephanie Little Hawk-Big Crow reflects on Indigenous identity, language, healing, spirituality, resilience, and the responsibility to future generations.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

VOICES FROM AROUND AMERICA (VFAA) S1 E1 | Dr. Stephanie Little Hawk-Big Crow: Calling the Spirit Back

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. May 27 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Blaine Police Report Multiple DWI Arrests During Intensified Memorial Day Traffic Enforcement Campaign

Blaine police made four DWI arrests during an intensified Memorial Day traffic enforcement campaign as Minnesota entered the “100 deadliest days of summer.”

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Blaine Police Report Multiple DWI Arrests During Intensified Memorial Day Traffic Enforcement Campaign

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. May 27 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Bill to Protect Home Nursing Care for Medically Fragile Children Collapses Amid Final-Hour Capitol Gridlock

Minnesota lawmakers failed to pass a bill protecting home nursing care for medically fragile children after final-hour Capitol negotiations collapsed.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Bill to Protect Home Nursing Care for Medically Fragile Children Collapses Amid Final-Hour Capitol Gridlock

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. May 27 2026

BREAKING MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara Resigns Amid Personnel Investigation, Reopening Questions About Reform, Leadership, and Trust

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara resigned amid a personnel investigation, reigniting debate over reform, leadership, accountability, and public trust.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

BREAKING MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara Resigns Amid Personnel Investigation, Reopening Questions About Reform, Leadership, and Trust

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. May 26 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | When the Vote Never Comes: Minnesota’s Gun Debate, Legislative Power, and the Politics of Delay

Minnesota’s stalled gun-control battle exposed deep divisions over public safety, constitutional rights, legislative power, and the politics of procedural delay.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | When the Vote Never Comes: Minnesota’s Gun Debate, Legislative Power, and the Politics of Delay

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. May 26 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Thousands Gather At Fort Snelling National Cemetery As Minnesota Honors Fallen Service Members On Memorial Day

Thousands gathered at Fort Snelling National Cemetery on Memorial Day as Minnesota honored fallen service members through ceremony, music, and nearly 200,000 flags.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Thousands Gather At Fort Snelling National Cemetery As Minnesota Honors Fallen Service Members On Memorial Day

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. May 26 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Enters ‘100 Deadliest Days Of Summer’ As Statewide Enforcement Campaign Targets Speeding And Reckless Driving

Minnesota launched its annual “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” campaign as officials warned speeding, impaired driving, and distractions remain major roadway threats.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Enters ‘100 Deadliest Days Of Summer’ As Statewide Enforcement Campaign Targets Speeding And Reckless Driving

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. May 26 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | BUILDERS OF MINNESOTA: Philip Brunelle and the Architecture of Sound - How One Man Helped Build Minnesota Into One of America’s Great Choral States

Philip Brunelle helped transform Minnesota into a national choral powerhouse through decades of artistic leadership, innovation, mentorship, and community-building.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | BUILDERS OF MINNESOTA: Philip Brunelle and the Architecture of Sound - How One Man Helped Build Minnesota Into One of America’s Great Choral States

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. May 26 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Sisters’ Camelot Expands Grassroots Food Justice Efforts Through Minneapolis Community Distribution

Sisters’ Camelot continues expanding grassroots food justice efforts in Minneapolis through free community grocery distributions built around rescued organic food and mutual aid.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Sisters’ Camelot Expands Grassroots Food Justice Efforts Through Minneapolis Community Distribution

Tom Akaolisa Editor