Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 9 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 28 Report: Quarterfinalists Regroup, Egypt's Protest Dominates Global Headlines, and the Tournament Enters Its Final Competitive Phase

World Cup quarterfinalists regrouped as Egypt protested key VAR decisions in its loss to Argentina, while the tournament entered its decisive final phase.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 28 Report: Quarterfinalists Regroup, Egypt's Protest Dominates Global Headlines, and the Tournament Enters Its Final Competitive Phase

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 9 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Expands Water Conservation Measures as Drought Pressures Continue Across Minnesota

Coon Rapids expanded water conservation measures, urging early morning watering, odd-even irrigation, and reduced outdoor water use amid ongoing drought.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Expands Water Conservation Measures as Drought Pressures Continue Across Minnesota

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 9 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Walz Administration Announces $40 Million Investment to Help Prevent Homelessness for an Estimated 11,000 Minnesota Households

Minnesota will invest $40M to help an estimated 11,000 households avoid homelessness through emergency housing assistance and local community partners.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Walz Administration Announces $40 Million Investment to Help Prevent Homelessness for an Estimated 11,000 Minnesota Households

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Metro Neighbor Coon Rapids Opinion - Mon. Jul 6 2026

Prescription Drug Prices Need Reform
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Kasey Kollross‪ Coon Rapids Opinion - Fri. May 29 2026

Minnesotans Fought for the Right to Grow Their Own Cannabis. A Federal Rule Could Take It Back.
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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 9 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPECIAL REPORT | Dr. Oliver Williams Has Spent a Lifetime Helping Others Heal. Today, Minnesota Has an Opportunity to Help Save His Life.

Special Report: Renowned Minnesota scholar Dr. Oliver Williams seeks a living kidney donor as he battles kidney failure, hoping to continue serving others.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPECIAL REPORT | Dr. Oliver Williams Has Spent a Lifetime Helping Others Heal. Today, Minnesota Has an Opportunity to Help Save His Life.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 9 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Brooklyn Park Invites Residents to Step Into Local Leadership Through Interactive City Commissions Workshop

Brooklyn Park invites residents to a free July 16 workshop on city commissions, civic leadership, and how to help shape local decisions through public service.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Brooklyn Park Invites Residents to Step Into Local Leadership Through Interactive City Commissions Workshop

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Coon Rapids Thu. Jul 9 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Twin Cities Marathon to Move to Mid-October Beginning in 2027 as Organizers Respond to a Warming Climate

Twin Cities Marathon will move to mid-October starting in 2027 to reduce heat risks, improve runner safety, and adapt to Minnesota's warming climate.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Twin Cities Marathon to Move to Mid-October Beginning in 2027 as Organizers Respond to a Warming Climate

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Egypt's Heartbreak Should Be a Wake-Up Call for FIFA

Egypt's World Cup exit reignites debate over FIFA officiating, VAR consistency, transparency, and whether all nations receive equal treatment.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Egypt's Heartbreak Should Be a Wake-Up Call for FIFA

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 27 Report: Argentina Stages Stunning Comeback, Switzerland Prevails in Penalties, and the Quarterfinal Field Is Finally Complete

World Cup 2026: Argentina rallied from 2-0 down to beat Egypt 3-2, while Switzerland edged Colombia on penalties to complete the quarterfinal lineup.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

WORLD CUP 2026 DAILY BRIEFING | Day 27 Report: Argentina Stages Stunning Comeback, Switzerland Prevails in Penalties, and the Quarterfinal Field Is Finally Complete

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Summer Concert Series Returns with The Holy Rocka Rollaz at Coon Rapids Dam

Coon Rapids' free Summer Concert Series returns July 9 with The Holy Rocka Rollaz at Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, featuring classic rock and roll at 7 p.m.

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MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Coon Rapids Summer Concert Series Returns with The Holy Rocka Rollaz at Coon Rapids Dam

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Registration Deadline Nears for Coon Rapids' Annual Night to Unite

Coon Rapids residents have until July 10 to register neighborhood parties for Night to Unite, Aug. 4, and qualify for police, fire and swag bag visits.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Registration Deadline Nears for Coon Rapids' Annual Night to Unite

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Legislative Candidate Forum to Launch 2026 Election Season in Brooklyn Park

Brooklyn Park's 2026 election season begins July 14 with a free, nonpartisan candidate forum for Minnesota Senate District 38 and House Districts 38A & 38B.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Legislative Candidate Forum to Launch 2026 Election Season in Brooklyn Park

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jul 8 2026

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Faith Leaders Rally at State Capitol to Urge Protection of Voting Rights

Hundreds of Minnesota faith leaders rallied at the State Capitol, urging protection of voting rights and encouraging safe, free and accessible elections for all.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Faith Leaders Rally at State Capitol to Urge Protection of Voting Rights

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