An 82-year-old man died after his ATV broke through ice on Pike Bay. Witnesses attempted rescue but he was pronounced dead at a hospital. The passenger was treated on the scene. This marks the third ice-related death in Minnesota this winter.

The Coon Rapids Connection newsletter features updates on local events, home improvement grants, changes in waste hauling, and city infrastructure projects. It also details the 2024 budget and new recycling initiatives.

Minnesota is confirmed to host the 50th anniversary of the IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship in 2026, much to the excitement of local hockey fans and venues.

A 23-year-old man, Abdifatah Abdillahi, was fatally shot in St. Paul. The local police are investigating, but no arrests have been made. The community is concerned about the rise in gun violence.

The Minneapolis Police Department is seeking public help to catch thieves stealing gasoline from cars, with over a dozen thefts reported, especially in the city's Northside.

St. Louis Park has launched a rebate program for residents who purchase eco-friendly appliances, offering up to $300 in savings on items like Energy Star-rated machines and WaterSense toilets.

Coon Rapids adopted an ordinance allowing residents to keep bee hives after a two-year study, provided they complete a course and obtain a permit. Beekeepers must follow guidelines to ensure community harmony.

Minnesota execs Singh and Chepuri pled guilty to wire fraud in a scheme defrauding a Florida investment company, with further tax-related offenses for Singh. Sentencing is set for May 2024.

The Lions face the Vikings in a game crucial for playoff positioning, with Detroit aiming for a second seed and Minnesota still contesting.

Six people were shot at Perry High School in Iowa by a 17-year-old student, resulting in a fatality and several injuries. The shooter ended the attack with a self-inflicted gunshot.

The Blaine Police Department has introduced three new Community Service Officers, Alex, Vincent, and Joe, to enhance community-oriented policing in Blaine, Minnesota.

Coon Rapids City Council appointed a secretarial service, designated an official newspaper, selected a bank for city funds, set new golf course fees, and approved a labor agreement for firefighters for 2024-2025.

Cleary Lake Regional Park invites locals to enjoy winter activities such as skiing and snowshoeing, with equipment available for free on a first-come basis.