Coon Rapids

List: 9/11 20th anniversary events at Minnesota State Capitol, across Twin Cities

Saturday marks the 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks and memorial ceremonies are set to take place across the country, including in the Twin Cities.

September 12, 2021 12:09pm CDT

Remembering 9/11: Coon Rapids to hold event honoring lives lost

As the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks nears, Coon Rapids is preparing an event to memorialize the lives lost.

September 8, 2021 9:36pm CDT

Chalk art photoshoot transports children with special needs into colorful scenes

A photoshoot with chalk art scenes helps put kids with special needs into colorful new worlds.

September 7, 2021 10:33pm CDT

Minnesota couple trying to help former foreign exchange student escape Afghanistan

While the focus in Afghanistan over the last two weeks has been placed on evacuating citizens and allies, thousands more are still trying to get out. Those with ties to the United States are now fearing the worst.

August 30, 2021 10:24pm CDT

Therapy dog's unique journey inspires children's book

The unique journey of a therapy dog in Minnesota inspired a children's book.

June 10, 2021 10:18pm CDT

Several people treated for heat issues in long line at Bunker Beach Water Park

Several people in Anoka County required medical treatment for heat-related problems on Saturday while standing in line at the Bunker Beach Water Park on its opening day.

June 5, 2021 10:42pm CDT

Missing teen in Coon Rapids, Minn. found safe early Friday morning

A teen reported missing in Coon Rapids, Minnesota was found safe early Friday morning in Minneapolis. 

March 26, 2021 7:01am CDT

Transgender student wins $300,000 settlement from Anoka-Hennepin Schools

A local transgender student barred from using the boys’ locker room at school has reached a settlement in a case that some hope becomes a catalyst for change.

March 24, 2021 11:28am CDT

Man shot by police in Coon Rapids remains hospitalized, 4 officers on leave

A man shot by police in Coon Rapids, Minnesota earlier this week was armed with a realistic pellet gun, according to Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.

March 19, 2021 2:28pm CDT

Coon Rapids officers shoot, injure armed man having 'mental health issues'

Coon Rapids police say two of their officers shot and injured an armed man having "mental health issues" Monday afternoon.

March 15, 2021 9:37pm CDT

Minnesota teacher with NASA research ties celebrates Mars rover landing

The landing of NASA’s Perseverance Rover on Mars was a moment Coon Rapids High School biology teacher Kimberly Lykens wouldn’t miss.

February 19, 2021 6:27pm CST

Pedestrian seriously injured in crash in Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Coon Rapids police are investigating after a vehicle struck a pedestrian Wednesday night, according to Coon Rapids police.

January 20, 2021 9:46pm CST

Trooper injured while pushing out stuck vehicle during winter storm

A Minnesota State Patrol trooper was injured Wednesday night in Coon Rapids while helping a stranded driver during the winter storm.

December 23, 2020 7:04pm CST

Coon Rapids police rescue driver after car goes into frigid pond

Police rescued a driver after she ended up submerged in a frigid holding pond early Wednesday morning in Coon Rapids, Minnesota.

December 23, 2020 12:41pm CST

Minnesota WWII hero remembered at funeral after battle with COVID-19

An American hero was being remembered and honored during a funeral service on Saturday in Minnesota, after his fight with COVID-19.

November 28, 2020 6:40pm CST

Sheriff investigating deadly shooting in Cub Foods parking lot in Coon Rapids

The Anoka County Sheriff's Office said it is investigating a fatal shooting in the parking lot of a Cub Foods the city of Coon Rapids Monday night. 

November 23, 2020 9:13pm CST