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Community input and traffic data will inform whether pilot program sticks around for good.
March 2, 2023
We all love farmers markets, but have you ever stopped to think about the behind the scenes effort it takes to run a market?
February 28, 2023
A conversation with one of the candidates for the Ward 7 City Council seat
February 28, 2023
Koski engages with 'multiple truths' in Ward 11.
February 27, 2023
Meet the new media group in town
February 26, 2023
The owners, who closed their downtown Minneapolis bar in late 2022, will have a similar rooftop bar when it warms up
February 23, 2023
With over half of its family homes in poor condition, the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority said a one-time investment from the State would allow the agency to catch up on repairs and preserve its existing housing stock.
February 23, 2023
A conversation with one of the candidates for the Ward 7 City Council seat
February 21, 2023
Local astronomer educator teaches the community about outer space
February 20, 2023
With a bonafide pizza bonanza in the neighborhood, it’s worth asking if the Wedge should be rebranded as “The Slice.”
February 19, 2023
The restaurant made a surprise announcement about their grand opening over the weekend
February 19, 2023
A short look at what you want to see, from us, around this election
February 16, 2023
A lot of our city is zoned for residential use. Do we want more options for commercial use?
February 14, 2023
Kate Mortenson to challenge Linea Palmisano, Scott Graham and Katie Cashman go head-to-head in Ward 7
February 14, 2023
The coffee company is owned by a group of siblings that started out in Columbia, Missouri
February 13, 2023
Though it’s a small space, you can’t miss the lime-green exterior on Hennepin Ave. of the taco bar, opening in March.
February 13, 2023
How Lyra Koutlas went from Lake of the Isles to Disney on Ice
February 10, 2023
The mayor and the police chief should be leading the city in a discussion about the steps they are taking to prevent a death like that of Tyre Nichols. So where are they?
February 9, 2023
Fig + Farro and Root to Rise owners converge to bring ‘regenerative’ food and ‘euphoric’ drinks to The Wedge
February 8, 2023
Eat Street Crossing, a collection of local chefs with new food concepts, opens this spring-ish.
February 7, 2023
May 10, 2022
Park Board sets a timeline for work on the structure at the edge of the lake
May 9, 2022
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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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April 25, 2022
The extended school calendar reflects state-requirements and an opportunity to pay teachers and ESPs for lost work time during the strike.
April 22, 2022
The Southwest Weekly
April 21, 2022
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April 20, 2022
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April 20, 2022
The cafe is one of the few Uptown places to get a cup of joe and food at 6 a.m.
April 19, 2022
Apoy, meaning “fire” in Tagalog, also offers catering, serves a Filipino feast called kamayan, and hosts live bands and karaoke.
April 19, 2022
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April 19, 2022
Here's what's happening outside in April
April 18, 2022
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April 17, 2022
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April 15, 2022
The Southwest Weekly
April 15, 2022
Funding will come from COVID funds and vacancy savings
April 14, 2022
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April 13, 2022
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April 12, 2022
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April 12, 2022
A Minneapolis neighborhood association is creating a peace plan with the community
April 12, 2022
The cafe offers coffee flights, sandwiches, and fizzy tea.
April 11, 2022
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April 11, 2022
The Comprehensive District Design was approved at the height of the early pandemic. The impacts are just being felt.
April 8, 2022
The Southwest Weekly
April 7, 2022
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April 6, 2022
What the data don’t show is the societal undercurrents that inform this sharp uptick in reckless driving.
April 6, 2022
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April 5, 2022
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April 5, 2022
Let us know how you are feeling amidst these tumultuous years and another very unpredictable year.
April 4, 2022
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April 1, 2022
The Southwest Weekly
March 31, 2022
The mood at the meeting was indicative of the mood in the district.
March 31, 2022
Here's what the people of Stevens Square told us they love about their neighborhood.
March 31, 2022
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March 30, 2022
His resignation comes after a nearly three-week strike by district educators.
