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Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 13 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | The Price of Political Neglect: 43 Days That Broke America’s Faith

After 43 days, the U.S. government will reopen, ending a shutdown that left millions struggling. The crisis exposed deep scars and the fragility of democracy amid failed leadership

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Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 13 2025

Coon Rapids Launches Annual Fall Street Sweeping Program, Issues Brown Water Advisory

Residents urged to cooperate as city crews conduct multiple sweeps before Thanksgiving

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Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 13 2025

DNA Breakthrough Identifies Parents of ‘Rachel Marie Doe’ in 42-Year-Old Blaine Cold Case

Anoka County Sheriff’s Cold Case Unit identified the parents of “Rachel Marie Doe,” solving a 42-year-old mystery that haunted Blaine and the wider community.

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Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 13 2025

Blaine Police Partner with HOPE 4 Youth for Third Annual ‘Out of the Cold’ Drive to Combat Youth Homelessness

ChatGPT said: As Minnesota freezes, Blaine PD and HOPE 4 Youth launch the 3rd annual “Out of the Cold” drive to aid youth homelessness in northern Twin Cities and Anoka.

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Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 13 2025

Minnesota Gun-Rights Group Threatens Lawsuit as Edina Drafts Local Firearms Ordinance

The Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus warned Edina it will sue if the city enacts a proposed firearms ordinance, citing state law that reserves gun regulation to the Legislature.

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Coon Rapids Thu. Nov 13 2025

Senator Ron Latz Criticizes Fairview-UMP Agreement, Citing Exclusion of University of Minnesota Leadership

A new 10-year Fairview–UMP agreement for the University of Minnesota Medical School drew criticism from Sen. Ron Latz and raised concerns about the school’s future.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 12 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Leadership When It Matters: Governor Walz Stands Up for Minnesotans in a Federal Crisis

In early Nov. 2025, hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans relying on SNAP and MFIP faced immediate hunger as the federal shutdown put essential food and support at risk.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 12 2025

Coon Rapids Senior Bazaar Returns November 13: Shop Local, Support Charities, and Celebrate Community

The Coon Rapids Senior Bazaar & Flea Market returns Nov. 13, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. at 11155 Robinson Dr. NW, offering shopping, socializing, and support for local causes.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 12 2025

Supreme Court Extends Block on Full SNAP Payments as Government Shutdown Deal Nears

The U.S. Supreme Court extended its block on full SNAP benefits Tuesday, prolonging uncertainty for millions as Congress nears resolution of the federal shutdown.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 12 2025

Minneapolis Council Member Jamal Osman Carjacked in South Minneapolis; Police Arrest Two Juveniles

Minneapolis Council Member Jamal Osman (Ward 6) was carjacked Monday near East Lake St. and Portland Ave. around 8 p.m., days after his reelection.

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Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 12 2025

Minnesota Agencies Hire IACP for Independent Review of Law Enforcement Response to Lawmaker Shootings

Minnesota agencies hired IACP to review the June 14, 2025, political shootings that killed former Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband and injured Sen. John Hoffman and his wife

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Coon Rapids Wed. Nov 12 2025

Governor Tim Walz Signs Executive Order Creating Minnesota Statewide Food Pantry Network for Veterans Amid Rising Food Insecurity

Gov. Tim Walz signed EO 25-11 on Nov. 11 directing MDVA to create a statewide Veteran Food Pantry Network to fight food insecurity among veterans and their families.

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