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Coon Rapids Thu. Jun 19 2025

Minnesota Mourns: Bipartisan Legislative Security Committee Vows Action After Capitol Tragedy

In a somber reflection on the recent tragedy that struck at the heart of Minnesota four members of the Advisory Committee on Capitol Area Security issued a joint statement.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Minnesota Mourns: Bipartisan Legislative Security Committee Vows Action After Capitol Tragedy

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 18 2025

Sen. Hoffman Improving But Not ‘Out Of The Woods’ After Shooting

Sen. John Hoffman (DFL-Champlin) and his wife, Yvette, are in stable condition in the hospital after both were shot in their Champlin home early Saturday morning.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Sen. Hoffman Improving But Not ‘Out Of The Woods’ After Shooting

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Coon Rapids Weather: Monday June 30

High: 85°

Low: 64°

Wind: 16 MPH WNW

Chance of rain: 64%

Patchy rain nearby, with a high of 85 and low of 64 degrees. Mist in the morning, thundery outbreaks in nearby during the afternoon, sunny during the evening, mist overnight.

Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 18 2025

'Kind And Generous': Minnesotans Mourn Mark Hortman And Family Dog Killed In Lawmaker Shootings

Minnesota continues to pay tributes Rep. Melissa Hortman, husband Mark Hortman, and their golden retriever, Gilbert.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

'Kind And Generous': Minnesotans Mourn Mark Hortman And Family Dog Killed In Lawmaker Shootings

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Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 18 2025

Solemn Procession Honors Slain Rep. Melissa Hortman And Husband Mark

Thousands of mourners gathered today to pay their respects to State Representative Melissa Hortman, 55, and her husband, Mark Hortman, 58.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Solemn Procession Honors Slain Rep. Melissa Hortman And Husband Mark

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Wed. Jun 18 2025

Maple Grove Family Gets Supreme Court Nod In Disability Lawsuit

A Maple Grove family scored a victory in the nation’s highest court this week.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Maple Grove Family Gets Supreme Court Nod In Disability Lawsuit

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 17 2025

Suspect In Deadly Attack on Minnesota Lawmakers Charged with Political Assassination Plot

Authorities arrested and charged 57-year-old Vance Luther Boelter, of Green Isle, Minnesota, in connection with killing Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark Hortman.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Suspect In Deadly Attack on Minnesota Lawmakers Charged with Political Assassination Plot

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 17 2025

Jenny Boelter, Vance Boelter's Wife, Questioned at Traffic Stop: Report

Vance Boelter was the subject of a massive manhunt.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Jenny Boelter, Vance Boelter's Wife, Questioned at Traffic Stop: Report

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Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 17 2025

Anoka-Hennepin School Board Remains with Current SEL Materials After Failed Vote

The Anoka-Hennepin School District, Minnesota's largest school district, will continue to utilize its existing Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 17 2025

🎓 AHTHS Celebrates Class Of 2025 - Anoka-Hennepin Technical High School Graduates Step Forward Into Future Careers

The Anoka-Hennepin Technical High School (AHTHS) Class of 2025 celebrated a significant milestone on Wednesday, June 4, as 69 graduates received their diplomas.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

🎓 AHTHS Celebrates Class Of 2025 - Anoka-Hennepin Technical High School Graduates Step Forward Into Future Careers

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Jun 17 2025

Local Elected Leaders Reflect on Hortman, ‘She Was One of Our Sharpest’

Outside Brooklyn Park’s city hall, flags are half-staff. It’s a tribute to one of its own citizens: Rep. Melissa Hortman. Flags are also half-staff statewide.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Local Elected Leaders Reflect on Hortman, ‘She Was One of Our Sharpest’

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Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 16 2025

A State United In Grief, A Call To Heal

Saturday, June 14, 2025, a shadow fell over Minnesota, a darkness so profound it will forever be etched into the collective memory of our state.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 16 2025

Suspect In Targeted Shootings Of Minnesota Lawmakers Apprehended After Statewide Manhunt

Authorities have confirmed the arrest of 57‑year‑old Vance Luther Boelter late Sunday in rural Sibley County.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Suspect In Targeted Shootings Of Minnesota Lawmakers Apprehended After Statewide Manhunt

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Jun 16 2025

BREAKING: Suspect In Minnesota Legislators Shooting Taken Into Custody

Authorities have confirmed that the suspect in the targeted shootings of Minnesota Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and State Senator John Hoffman has been taken into custody.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

BREAKING: Suspect In Minnesota Legislators Shooting Taken Into Custody

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 15 2025

🕊️ IN LOVING MEMORY OF SPEAKER EMERITA MELISSA HORTMAN

Minnesota mourns the loss of a steadfast public servant, community pillar, and champion of democratic values.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

🕊️ IN LOVING MEMORY OF SPEAKER EMERITA MELISSA HORTMAN

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Coon Rapids Sun. Jun 15 2025

Gov. Walz Orders Flags At Half-Staff After Killing Of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, Shooting Of Sen. John Hoffman

In a solemn gesture of mourning and respect, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has ordered all state and U.S. flags to be flown at killing of Melissa Hortman and husband, Mark.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Gov. Walz Orders Flags At Half-Staff After Killing Of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, Shooting Of Sen. John Hoffman

Tom Akaolisa Editor