Coon Rapids, MN Local News, Events, and Information

Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 22 2025

Mother Of Missing Twin Cities Teen Offers $10,000 Reward For Safe Return

The family of Jordan “Manny” Collins Jr., a 16-year-old from Columbia Heights, is appealing to the public for help after his disappearance on May 8, 2025

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Mother Of Missing Twin Cities Teen Offers $10,000 Reward For Safe Return

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 22 2025

Minneapolis Police Department Elevates Officers To New Leadership Roles In Commitment To Public Service

In a continued effort to reinforce leadership and community trust, the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) recently recognized the promotion of several of its officers

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Coon Rapids Weather: Wednesday July 9

High: 86°

Low: 61°

Wind: 7 MPH ESE

Chance of rain: 0%

Sunny, with a high of 86 and low of 61 degrees. Partly Cloudy in the morning, sunny for the afternoon, partly cloudy in the evening, clear overnight.

Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 22 2025

Brooklyn Park Detectives Revisit Edinburgh Golf Course for Clues in Unsolved Homicides and Break-In at Rep. Hortman's Home

In a recent development linked to the string of unsettling incidents that shook Brooklyn Park, police detectives have taken to the greens of the Edinburgh Golf Course

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Brooklyn Park Detectives Revisit Edinburgh Golf Course for Clues in Unsolved Homicides and Break-In at Rep. Hortman's Home

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 22 2025

Maple Grove Dad Writes Football Math Book to Combat Summer Brain Drain

It’s only June, but a Maple Grove dad is hoping to take care of the summer slump with his interactive football-themed math workbooks.

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Maple Grove Dad Writes Football Math Book to Combat Summer Brain Drain

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 21 2025

"From Tragedy To Turning Point: Minnesota’s Call To The Nation"

One week ago today, Minnesota was shattered by an act of unspeakable violence that has left our hearts broken and our spirits heavy.

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From Tragedy To Turning Point: Minnesota’s Call To The Nation

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 21 2025

Coon Rapids Recycling Center Adjusts Saturday Hours Due To Extreme Heat Forecast

Residents planning to visit the Coon Rapids Recycling Center on Saturday, June 21, should be aware of a temporary change in operating hours.

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 21 2025

Coon Rapids High School Invites Alumni to Celebrate Nostalgia at All-Class Reunion Amidst 4th of July Festivities

Coon Rapids High School (CRHS) alumni are invited to turn back the clock and reconnect with fellow Cardinals at the much-anticipated All-Class Reunion

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Coon Rapids High School Invites Alumni to Celebrate Nostalgia at All-Class Reunion Amidst 4th of July Festivities

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Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 21 2025

Coon Rapids Seeks Full-Time IT Technician To Bolster Local Government Operations

The City of Coon Rapids is actively seeking a highly skilled and customer-focused Full-Time IT Technician to join its Information Technology (IT) division.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 21 2025

Blaine City Council Honors Outgoing City Manager Michelle Wolfe

The Blaine City Council convened Monday evening, June 16, to honor outgoing City Manager Michelle Wolfe, who is set to retire at the end of June.

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Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sat. Jun 21 2025

Columbia Heights Welcomes Minnesota GreenCorps Member to Advance Sustainability Goals

The City of Columbia Heights has been officially approved as a host site for a Minnesota GreenCorps member for the upcoming 2025-2026 program year.

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Columbia Heights Welcomes Minnesota GreenCorps Member to Advance Sustainability Goals

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Coon Rapids Fri. Jun 20 2025

Yvette Hoffman Released from Hospital After Surviving Multiple Gunshots in Targeted Attack

Yvette Hoffman, 59, the wife of State Senator John Hoffman, 60, has been released from the hospital today, Thursday, June 19.

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Yvette Hoffman Released from Hospital After Surviving Multiple Gunshots in Targeted Attack

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Coon Rapids Fri. Jun 20 2025

Eagan Police Adopt New Technology To Reduce High-Speed Pursuits, Enhance Safety

The Eagan Police Department is rolling out a new tool aimed at significantly reducing the need for dangerous high-speed police pursuits.

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Eagan Police Adopt New Technology To Reduce High-Speed Pursuits, Enhance Safety

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