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Minneapolis law enforcement officials are asking for the community’s help to ensure this year’s Fourth of July celebrations go more smoothly following a tumultuous 2023.
April 30, 2024
The park’s limited amenities are run down, but equity-based funding measurements put Steven Square Park farther down the upgrades list than other parks.
April 29, 2024
Rain Taxi, a nonprofit literary arts organization, is organizing the event.
April 29, 2024
Southwest Minneapolis is home to seven independently-owned bookstores that focus on Indigenous authors, mystery fiction, and kids books.
April 25, 2024
Dine out to end HIV. Thirty restaurants in Southwest Minneapolis and 97 restaurants in Minnesota have committed to donate a portion of their sales to The Aliveness Project.
April 23, 2024
The 26th and Nicollet store is the second in Minneapolis to unionize in the past two years.
April 18, 2024
Playwright Inda Craig-Galván modeled one character after a classmate who didn’t seem to put in as much effort as other students but still got a degree.
April 17, 2024
Nearly 40 percent of all food in America is wasted – much of it in our homes. Here are some ways you can save money inside your own fridge.
April 17, 2024
Two young men are running around Lake Harriet to raise money for the Minnesota chapter of the Special Olympics, and they want people to join them.
April 16, 2024
Another abandoned property in Minneapolis falls victim to a fire
April 5, 2024
The new Grace Trinity Church pastor wants the church space to expand beyond Sunday mornings
April 3, 2024
The Lynette team showed a little more of what they have planned at 42nd Ave and 38th Street during a sneak preview at Petite León, the buzzy Kingfield restaurant where two of the co-owners hail from.
April 2, 2024
Curious why vacant lots are, well, vacant? Brian Martucci looked up the history of a few and tried to figure out why they are empty and what plans the owners have for them.
April 1, 2024
The bustling Linden Hills 43rd and Upton intersection will be closed to vehicle traffic starting May 1, and Linden Hills Neighborhood Council is asking people to reimagine getting there without a car.
March 28, 2024
McMahon left the race after a small number of delegates voted for him at the DFL convention over the weekend. The delegate ultimately voted to not endorsement any candidate.
March 26, 2024
Rep. Frank Hornstein is not running for reelection after serving 11 terms in office. The election for his open seat will be Nov. 5, 2024.
March 25, 2024
A liquor license for the new business entity was approved by the City Council on March 12.
March 21, 2024
Rep. Frank Hornstein is not running for reelection after serving 11 terms in office. The election for his open seat will be Nov. 5, 2024.
March 21, 2024
In 2023, our revenue increased by 63%, our newsletter subscribers increased by 59%, and our total number of paying members increased by 62%.
March 21, 2024
Working at the children’s bookstore is a dream come true for the employee with a past in primate sanctuaries.
March 20, 2024
January 11, 2023
Here's a recap on the recent business openings in Uptown and what we can expect for early this year.
January 10, 2023
Last week's Lake Harriet Bandshell renovation open house revealed a mock-up that was lacking in a promised blue hue. Our earlier reporting also suggested a lack of blue in the mock-up design.
January 9, 2023
The pilot program, with a multi-organization backing, will subsidize payroll and bookkeeping services for small business owners.
January 5, 2023
Due to non-disclosure agreements, it not clear when LynLake Brewery will close.
January 4, 2023
The new Minneapolis Public Schools school board, with new members outnumbering incumbents, met for the first time on Tuesday evening.
January 3, 2023
The owners of Royal Grounds were set to hand off their business to a new owner. Residents organized a parade for them. The seller fell through, but the parade went on.
January 2, 2023
At a corner cafe in a bustling commerce area, people found community and a deep commitment to sustainably grown food.
December 23, 2022
Here is a breakdown of the most divided City Council votes in 2022 and how each councilmember voted.
December 22, 2022
Minneapolis is spoiled with outdoor winter events that can warm even the coldest of winter hearts. Here in Southwest, we are fortunate to have a host of outdoor winter activities, including Art Shanty Projects and plenty of sledding hills.
December 21, 2022
Residents at a small encampment on 31st Street were evicted from the underpass on Tuesday morning.
December 20, 2022
More than 40 nonprofits across the state are calling on the Minnesota legislature to prioritize fully funding rent support for Minnesotans in need.
December 20, 2022
A next-door resident reached out to Southwest Voices and reported that windows are still open at 2621 Pillsbury, a vacant building owned by C. David George. The City's Regulatory Services told Southwest Voices the property was boarded up on November 28.
December 19, 2022
A data analysis of councilmember vote records in 2022 show that there are voting blocks despite most City Council votes being unanimous.
December 15, 2022
HEALS 2.0 has been working on addressing carjackings and other violent crime in our city since early this year.
December 13, 2022
Police Chief Brian O’Hara said he is “blown away” by many police policies and wants to enact change
December 12, 2022
El Jefe, a popular Mexican restaurant on Lyndale, is closed until March 2023 due to rising costs of running the business.
December 8, 2022
Seventy percent of the rock salt we use during the winter stays in our waterways. The only viable solution to stop this pollution is to significantly cut back on using chloride as a deicer.
December 8, 2022
Neighbors previously expressed concerns about the building but the City said its hands were tied.
December 7, 2022
The subscription-based coffee company had little interest in opening a full coffee shop–until the ideal location become available.
December 6, 2022
Plans for a mixed-use building in Fulton and an office building in Linden Hills were approved by the Planning Commission on December 5.
December 6, 2022
his holiday season, businesses in Uptown are lighting up storefronts to spread cheer and attract more foot traffic to the business district.
December 1, 2022
The Park Board also heard from residents about tree assessments and supporting Indigenous communities.
November 29, 2022
On a whim, Jeremy Marshik sold some lumber at the Lyndale Open Streets this summer. Six months later, he is operating a business dedicated to pulling even more lumber out of dumpsters and giving them a new life.
November 28, 2022
Here are a few local businesses to spend your money with this holiday season
November 28, 2022
An empty lot in Uptown will be the site of an affordable housing development.
November 28, 2022
A student tardy policy that can result in cleaning the school, silent lunches, and no movement was announced on November 7.
November 23, 2022
A look at an organization responding to the needs of the world around it
November 22, 2022
In October, people started calling the City about a construction truck parked in the protected Blaisdell bike lane. An obstruction permit and a lack of signage continues to frustrate bicyclists.
November 22, 2022
One empty lot remains among the continual development happening on Nicollet Avenue South.
November 21, 2022
A new bookstore comes to Linden Hills
November 21, 2022
Keep yours eyes open and slightly above eye level to spot the clay creatures hidden around the neighborhood.
November 21, 2022
The school board discussed student assessments, lobbying efforts at the State-level, and voted to approve two online tutoring contracts.
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November 16, 2022
It's not official yet, but all signs point to a light blue Lake Harriet Bandshell in the near future.
November 16, 2022
Here are the initial designs
November 16, 2022
The council voted to approve a staff directive to look into encampment procedures on October 20. Mayor Jacob Frey vetoed the directive.
November 15, 2022
But how does a balloon shop stay afloat without helium?
November 14, 2022
The conversation goes back decades, but scrutiny of Minneapolis Police Department’s off-duty policy continues today.
November 13, 2022
After nearly three decades, a mainstay business on Lyndale Avenue South is closing because of rising rent and declining business.
November 12, 2022
Esthetician Ashley von Holdt uses relaxation techniques while implementing semi-permanent techniques on facial hair and skin.
November 10, 2022
The theater has been expanding the realm of long-form improv in Uptown for over a decade, and this season brings another slate of performances that push the boundaries of improv.
November 9, 2022
The votes are in and tallied from the 2022 midterm election. Who won in our local races?
November 8, 2022
The Kingfield Neighborhood Association has been hosting a polling party at Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park since 2012.
November 8, 2022
Thank you for sharing your comments. We hear your calls for more information on what can be done to turn vacant properties into housing and more general reporting on solutions to homelessness in Minneapolis. You can always reach us at info@southwestvoices.news.
November 8, 2022
Cedar Lake is often overshadowed by the rest of the Chain of Lakes, but this lake is just as deserving as the rest to be considered as a crown jewel of Minneapolis.
November 3, 2022
Hear what Laurelle had to say about the issues facing Minneapolis schools
November 3, 2022
Hear what Lori had to say about the issues facing Minneapolis schools
November 2, 2022
Digging into the data to find out why crime is dropping
November 1, 2022
Francesca and I talked about how she transitioned from following her animal care passion to following her herbalism passion.
October 28, 2022
The resignation occurred on the same day a social media post was published, accusing Felder of physical assault.
October 27, 2022
KerryJo Felder is running for an at-large seat on the Minneapolis Public Schools Board of Education, otherwise known as the school board.
