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The City of Crystal, MN - Local Government longtime police chief, Stephanie Revering, has announced she will retire this...
01/09/2025

The City of Crystal, MN - Local Government longtime police chief, Stephanie Revering, has announced she will retire this summer. Revering became the city's police chief in 2012 and has served the city for more than 27 years.

Crystal Police Chief Stephanie Revering has announced she will retire this summer. Revering became the city's police chief in 2012.

Keenan Jones is the author of "Saturday Morning at the 'Shop," a children’s book. The Plymouth author wrote the book bas...
01/09/2025

Keenan Jones is the author of "Saturday Morning at the 'Shop," a children’s book. The Plymouth author wrote the book based on his experiences at barbershops and their joyful connection in the Black community. Jones says he wanted to fill a gap in larger discussions about boys, Black culture and hair.

Plymouth author Kennan Jones wrote an illustrated children's book that celebrates the cultural impact of Black barbershops.

Minnesota House DFL and Republican Party members are in a pre-legislative session stare down as both parties try to hash...
01/09/2025

Minnesota House DFL and Republican Party members are in a pre-legislative session stare down as both parties try to hash out a power-sharing agreement. Republicans currently hold a 67-66 edge. However, a special election scheduled for Jan. 28 is expected to lean DFL, and House Democrat leaders say they may not report when the session convenes if compromises aren’t made.

Minnesota House DFL and Republican Party members are in a pre-session staredown as both parties try to hash out a power-sharing agreement.

New City of Robbinsdale, MN - Government Mayor Brad Sutton received the oath of office Tuesday night replacing longtime ...
01/09/2025

New City of Robbinsdale, MN - Government Mayor Brad Sutton received the oath of office Tuesday night replacing longtime mayor and council member Bill Blonigan, who stepped away from elected office after serving the city for 44 years. Another new Robbinsdale City Council member, Raymond Blackledge, was also sworn in. Jason Greenberg, who was re-elected last fall to his first full four-year term, also received the oath of office.

New Robbinsdale Mayor Brad Sutton received the oath of office Tuesday night replacing longtime mayor and council member Bill Blonigan.

Julie Deshler was sworn in as Crystal’s new mayor on Tuesday. Deshler previously served 10 years as a Crystal City Counc...
01/09/2025

Julie Deshler was sworn in as Crystal’s new mayor on Tuesday. Deshler previously served 10 years as a Crystal City Council member. Three other City of Crystal, MN - Local Government City Council members who were re-elected last fall were also sworn in.

Julie Deshler was sworn in as Crystal’s new mayor on Tuesday. Deshler previously served 10 years as a Crystal City Council member.

The restaurant at Edinburgh USA Golf Course in the City of Brooklyn Park, MN - Local Government will soon have a new ope...
01/08/2025

The restaurant at Edinburgh USA Golf Course in the City of Brooklyn Park, MN - Local Government will soon have a new operator, a new menu and a new name. The new restaurant will be called Tavern at Edinburgh and is expected to open by March 1. It replaces The Brooklyn. The new operator has experience running golf course restaurants.

The new restaurant replaces the previous clubhouse restaurant The Brooklyn. The city is also taking over rental services.

Go Champlin Park Volleyball!
01/08/2025

Go Champlin Park Volleyball!

It's time for the 2024 Minnesota State Class AAAA Tournament! We have the full quarterfinal game coverage of #7 Anoka vs. #2 Champlin Park High S...

The City of Maple Grove, MN - Local Government city leaders will seek bills in St. Paul to address funding and expansion...
01/08/2025

The City of Maple Grove, MN - Local Government city leaders will seek bills in St. Paul to address funding and expansion of existing programs to allow for more development this legislative session.

City leaders will seek bills in St. Paul to address funding and expansion of existing programs to allow for more development this legislative session.

The new year offers new restaurants and dining options in both Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center. Arepas On The Go, an a...
01/08/2025

The new year offers new restaurants and dining options in both Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center. Arepas On The Go, an authentic Venezuelan restaurant, recently opened in a Brooklyn Park strip mall. A new Mexican restaurant, Reyes Restaurant Bar & Breakfast, also opened recently near the intersection of Brooklyn Boulevard and West Broadway.

There are new restaurants and dining options in Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center, including Arepas On The Go, a Venezuelan-inspired eatery.

Council members elected last fall are getting sworn in this week. In City of Brooklyn Park, MN - Local Government, new c...
01/08/2025

Council members elected last fall are getting sworn in this week. In City of Brooklyn Park, MN - Local Government, new council members Amanda Cheng Xiong and Shelle Page, as well as returning member Tony McGarvey were sworn in Monday night. In City of Maple Grove, MN - Local Government, new council member Jon McCullough took his oath of office while Mike Ostaffe, who could not attend Monday’s meeting, will be sworn in at a future meeting.

Maple Grove and Brooklyn Park both swore in new council members. Amanda Cheng Xiong and Shelle Page are new to the Brooklyn Park City Council.

The Robbinsdale Area School Board elected Greta Evans-Becker as chair this week. Evans-Becker had served as chair in 202...
01/08/2025

The Robbinsdale Area School Board elected Greta Evans-Becker as chair this week. Evans-Becker had served as chair in 2023 but was ousted from that role by her fellow board members. School district voters re-elected Evans-Becker to the board this fall.

A familiar face will lead the embattled Robbinsdale Area School Board into 2025. The board has elected Greta Evans-Becker as its new chair.

Brooklyn Park Community Development Director Tim Gladhill said there are 700 undeveloped acres in the northwest area of ...
01/08/2025

Brooklyn Park Community Development Director Tim Gladhill said there are 700 undeveloped acres in the northwest area of the city. That area will eventually include a Blue Line Extension light rail stop. Gladhill says adding med-tech businesses and manufacturing companies to the region would add significant value to the community.

Brooklyn park has big-picture plans for undeveloped space near highways 169 and 610. The city is welcoming public feedback for that area.

Cooper High School Principal Shaunece Smith says a student brought a small ax and a stun gun into the school in a backpa...
01/07/2025

Cooper High School Principal Shaunece Smith says a student brought a small ax and a stun gun into the school in a backpack, according to an alert sent to families. District officials were tipped off about the weapons through the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System.

A student was found to have brought multiple weapons into New Hope's Cooper High School, on Monday, Jan. 7.

Update to the community from the City of New Hope Mayor Elect John Elder with information from multiple departments with...
01/07/2025

Update to the community from the City of New Hope Mayor Elect John Elder with information from multiple departments within the city.

Update to the community from the Mayor with information from multiple departments within the city.

A Brooklyn Park man received a 25-year prison sentence for fatally shooting a man at a family gathering celebrating the ...
01/07/2025

A Brooklyn Park man received a 25-year prison sentence for fatally shooting a man at a family gathering celebrating the birth of a child. According to the criminal complaint, the victim was standing just a foot away from a 2-year-old child when he was shot multiple times. Lue Chang said he shot the victim because he “disrespected” him, the complaint said.

A Brooklyn Park man will spend more than 25 years in prison for fatally shooting a man at a family gathering.

The first homicide victim this year in Minneapolis has been identified as a Brooklyn Center man. The Hennepin County Med...
01/07/2025

The first homicide victim this year in Minneapolis has been identified as a Brooklyn Center man. The Hennepin County Medical Examiner's office says 21-year-old Bobby Hawkins died Friday night of multiple gunshot wounds. The investigation into the shooting continued Monday.

The Hennepin County Medical Examiner's office says Bobby Hawkins, 21, of Brooklyn Center, died Friday night from a shooting in Minneapolis.

The State Patrol spent about a year working on a pilot program for a new drug detection tool for impaired drivers. Law ...
01/07/2025

The State Patrol spent about a year working on a pilot program for a new drug detection tool for impaired drivers. Law enforcement officials say the oral roadside test has achieved positive results to detect ma*****na, which has been legalized and will soon be sold in stores in Minnesota. It will be up to the Minnesota Legislature to decide if the test results can be used in the courtroom.

A new drug detection tool may be deployed on Minnesota roadways this year. It functions similar to a Breathalyzer.

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Mayor’s Minutes: New Hope’s Kathi Hemken Says Farewell
Mayor’s Minutes: New Hope’s Kathi Hemken Says Farewell

The City of New Hope Mayor Kathi Hemken visited with CCX Media’s Dave Kiser one final time before she officially retires, and she reflected on her 16 years as mayor.

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Local Election Coverage

Go behind the scenes at CCX Media, to see what we see as we prepare for the 2024 local elections. CCX Media facilitates candidate statements, records voter forums, and provides all of the information on our website. CCX Media is proud to work with local candidates, and be a source of truly local, nonpartisan information to help voters be more informed about the candidates. To help support future nonpartisan election information, please consider giving a donation on this Give to the Max Day by clicking the link below. https://www.givemn.org/organization/C-C-X-Media

CCX News is Committed to Telling Your Local Stories
CCX News is Committed to Telling Your Local Stories

Journalists at CCX Media are committed to telling stories in the northwest suburbs of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Golden Valley, Maple Grove, New Hope, Plymouth, Osseo, and Robbinsdale. In a time when local news is declining, CCX News remains committed to finding and telling the stories that better connect you to the place you call home. To support our CCX News department, consider a Give to the Max donation at https://www.givemn.org/organization/C-C-X-Media Thank you!

Brooklyn Park's Living Well Resource Fair is Friday, November 15
Brooklyn Park's Living Well Resource Fair is Friday, November 15

Annual event brings together resources from across the City of Brooklyn Park, MN - Local Government and region with the goal of helping those in attendance learn more about healthier options for their lives, homes, and future. Brooklyn Park Recreation and Parks For more information, visit our website - https://ccxmedia.org/cities/brooklyn-parks-living-well-resource-fair-is-friday-november-15/

Golden Valley Police, Crime Prevention Fund Host Trunk N Treat on Oct. 26
Golden Valley Police, Crime Prevention Fund Host Trunk N Treat on Oct. 26

Annual gathering a chance for families to come out, in-costume, to collect candy and party with the Teddy Bear Band at the City of Golden Valley, MN Police Department.

Robbinsdale Offers Fall and Winter Rec Options
Robbinsdale Offers Fall and Winter Rec Options

Seasonal slate includes Boo Bash on October 4th, plus new event featuring board games.

Golden Valley Leaders Continue Gathering Input About Downtown
Golden Valley Leaders Continue Gathering Input About Downtown

Chances remain for you to weigh in on what you think can be improved about wayfinding, accessibility, and general development and infrastructure for Golden Valley's core business and residential district. For more information, visit our website - https://ccxmedia.org/cities/golden-valley-leaders-continue-gathering-input-about-downtown/

Maple Grove Community Center Expansion Construction Begins
Maple Grove Community Center Expansion Construction Begins

Parking will be reduced in the short term as expansion--including a third sheet of ice--construction begins at Maple Grove Community Center.

Robbinsdale Joins Xcel Energy and Partners in Helping Businesses Find Sustainable Options
Robbinsdale Joins Xcel Energy and Partners in Helping Businesses Find Sustainable Options

The City of Robbinsdale, MN - Government works with utility and partners in goals for business owners to reduce energy costs. For more details - https://ccxmedia.org/cities/robbinsdale-joins-xcel-energy-and-partners-in-helping-businesses-find-sustainable-options/

Plymouth's Beaches, Bands & Brews Offers Summer Fun
Plymouth's Beaches, Bands & Brews Offers Summer Fun

The City of Plymouth, MN - Local Government wraps up its free Summer Beach series with event on Friday, August 9 at East Medicine Lake Park.

Crystal Lions' Corn Feed Returns August 10
Crystal Lions' Corn Feed Returns August 10

Join the Crystal Lions Saturday, August 10th from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm for a corn feed, antique car run and a hot rod show. The annual event draws car lovers for hot rods and antique car show in Crystal.

Osseo Man Brings Trivia, Fun to Draw Crowds to Music and Movies in the Park
Osseo Man Brings Trivia, Fun to Draw Crowds to Music and Movies in the Park

Osseo city leaders wanted to find a way to spice up the Tuesday evening weekly summer series in Boerboom Park. Meet the emcee, Eddy Joaneddy, that puts on trivia and gives out gift cards to local businesses.

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