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A news organization by and for Southwest Minneapolis
The Minneapolis 2040 Plan is now held up with a lawsuit but the plan’s successes has influenced state-wide discussion of land-use reforms.
February 7, 2024
Nico’s Tacos opens a third location in Lynnhurst and expands its catering and nixtamal space
February 6, 2024
A mother of two gives readers a peek behind the curtain at what it’s like to open a bar in Southwest Minneapolis.
February 1, 2024
Hennepin County and Met Council agree to splitting the remaining costs of the Green Line extension.
February 1, 2024
Co-owner of Sushi Train set to open an authentic Chinese spot along the “Asian food court” of Nicollet Avenue.
January 30, 2024
A neighbor has filed a lawsuit against the developer of a five-story apartment building, based on the size of the building.
January 29, 2024
The Whittier Alliance developed the branding in the 90s, but Nicollet Avenue has been home to diverse cuisine long before it was called Eat Street.
January 25, 2024
Speed cameras placed at high-crash intersections have a proven record of decreasing speeds and fatal crashes.
January 24, 2024
Many are talking about how a path could negatively impact a garden. But, is everyone missing that this may be a great chance to make the outdoor hobby more accessible?
January 23, 2024
Vote for your favorite submitted Minneapolis flag design.
January 23, 2024
The Lynnhurst bookstore, which opened in 1975, has been in Andy Hersey’s family for over 30 years.
January 23, 2024
The Lyndale Neighborhood Association leans on dedicated volunteers to assist immigrants and refugees in their education
January 17, 2024
We appreciate reader feedback and strive to publish the vast majority of what we receive.
January 17, 2024
Seniors knit scarves for students at Ella Baker Elementary School.
January 17, 2024
The Art Shanty Projects are delaying their opening date to Jan. 27.
January 16, 2024
Where to eat after 10 p.m. in Southwest Minneapolis, map included.
January 16, 2024
A new Neighborhood Revitalization Program Policy Board with more organization representation may impact funding decisions in the future.
January 15, 2024
Mortenson Properties and Greater Minnesota Housing Fund could support affordable housing component, which is a "big need" in the Lyndale neighborhood.
January 11, 2024
Sutherland said there’s a chance that his food will return to Uptown Ties in the spring
January 11, 2024
After electing council leadership, supporters of a Middle East ceasefire resolution shouted at Councilmember Palmisano as she spoke.
January 9, 2024
May 27, 2022
The Southwest Weekly
May 27, 2022
While I watched protests around the world, I started to wonder if feeling more outrage would have been a healthier response.
May 27, 2022
During the public hearing, 13 speakers spoke in favor of the appointment and 23 speakers spoke against the appointment.
May 26, 2022
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May 25, 2022
Hello, Southwest
May 24, 2022
The Planning Commission meeting, with an agenda filled with Southwest development news, on May 23 lasted ten minutes.
May 24, 2022
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May 23, 2022
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May 23, 2022
Ask A Realtor
May 22, 2022
The closing of Urban Outfitters follows the lead of other national-brand stores on Hennepin Ave. South shutting their doors including CB2,
May 20, 2022
The Southwest Weekly
May 19, 2022
Founder curates space filled with creations from local women artisans
May 19, 2022
Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 4100 Lyndale Avenue South
May 19, 2022
A guide to the farmers markets of Southwest Minneapolis and the greater Minneapolis area
May 19, 2022
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May 19, 2022
Minneapolis Public Schools Board of Education voted in an interim superintendent and at-large board member.
May 19, 2022
The story behind the process
May 18, 2022
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May 17, 2022
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May 17, 2022
Looking into the first couple months of the program
May 17, 2022
Parents responded to Southwest Voices education survey with concerns about Minneapolis Public Schools and its future.
May 16, 2022
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May 15, 2022
Voices of Southwest
May 13, 2022
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May 13, 2022
A group of 45 Minneapolis Federation of Teachers Local 59 members, primarily educators of color, have filed a grievance against their union.
May 12, 2022
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May 11, 2022
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May 11, 2022
Pimento Jamaican Kitchen and Rum Bar owner Tomme Beevas brings two of his hottest and mildest sauces to Target stores.
May 10, 2022
The MPS school board will be appointing an interim superintendent and interim board member during its May 10 meeting.
May 10, 2022
Good Morning, Southwest
May 10, 2022
Davis Center department budgets were reduced by 5%, which allowed the district to increase budgets to schools by 1%.
May 10, 2022
Park Board sets a timeline for work on the structure at the edge of the lake
May 9, 2022
Good Morning Southwest
May 6, 2022
The Southwest Weekly
May 5, 2022
A mayor-appointed search committee listened to feedback about what people want to see in the next MPD police chief.
May 5, 2022
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May 5, 2022
The Aqua City Motel will officially be no more.
May 4, 2022
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May 3, 2022
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May 2, 2022
After decades of nostalgia, the refurbished restaurant will open in August with new owners.
May 2, 2022
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May 1, 2022
Hennepin County wants to pave over the areas of the garden with a 10-foot wide petroleum-based access path through the garden.
April 29, 2022
The Southwest Weekly
April 29, 2022
Soo Line Community Garden members and Hennepin County have been at odds over an ADA-compliant ramp that is set to be installed next year.
April 28, 2022
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April 28, 2022
After 12 years serving the East Harriet neighborhood, Guse Green Grocer is permanently closed.
April 28, 2022
Capital planning and surplus facilities were the topics of an informational presentation at school board meeting.
April 27, 2022
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April 26, 2022
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April 25, 2022
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