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All 3 suspects in Coon Rapids triple homicide now face first-degree murder
COON RAPIDS, Minn. — Three men accused in a triple homicide at a Coon Rapids home now face first-degree murder charges.In mid-April, 19-year-old Omari Shumpert and 31-year-old Demetrius Shumpert — both of Minneapolis — were indicted by a grand jury on six charges of first-degree murder. Their co-defendant, 37-year-old Alonzo Mingo of Fridley, was indicted on first-degree murder charges in early April. According to the Anoka County Sheriff's Office, authorities received a 911 call at approximately 12:24 p.m. on Jan. 26 with "sounds of a disturbance in the background." Coon Rapids police, Blaine police and the Anoka County...
Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park Gears Up for Summer Concert Series with Free Live Entertainment
Get ready to groove under the stars at the Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, because their Summer Concert Series is making a comeback. According to an announcement on the city's website, starting at 7 p.m., this free event will be the go-to spot for some live entertainment this season. Just remember, you'll want to pack a chair or blanket to make yourself comfy on the grass.
Minnesota Breaks Ground on New State Emergency Operations Center in Blaine
Ground has officially been broken on Pheasant Ridge Drive in Blaine for Minnesota's newest State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC), the nerve center in times of crisis. This facility—where state agencies converge to assist local governments and orchestrate responses—will leave its old St. Paul station behind for this up-to-date location, according to the City of Blaine's official announcement.
Public comment, city administrator, and Neider all discussed at council meeting
North Branch City Council had a long and productive meeting on April 23, with a list of agenda items that were discussed. After being approached by North Branch Police for illegally riding on city streets in a golf cart, Sandra Nelson came to council asking them to consider adding golf carts to a city ordinance. “Golf carts offer significant safety features including lights and more stable four-wheel design, making them...
Baseball Game Preview: Andover Leaves Home
The Andover Huskies will head out on the road to challenge the Rogers Royals at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Andover is coming into the contest hot, having won their last nine games. Andover will head into Tuesday's game hoping to keep the good times rolling: they only won by two...
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