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'We need to take care of each other:' MPS teachers and ESPs fight for each other

Although not unheard of, it’s rare for two education union chapters to negotiate their contracts together.

Strike update, interview with Rep. Emma Greenman, and get funding for a park project

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Interview with Rep. Emma Greenman

We sat down to talk about what she’s up to at the Capitol this legislative session

MPS and union updates on fifth strike day, we're visiting Whittier tomorrow, halal burgers in the Wedge

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Interview with Rep. Frank Hornstein

We sat down to talk about what he’s up to at the Capitol this legislative session.

Halal burgers are stars at Urban Skillet and on TikTok

Where did this Somali-owned, halal-based burger joint come from? 

Teachers and ESPs continue to strike, a big week for boys hockey, live music and outdoor fun this weekend

The Southwest Weekly 

What teaching during the pandemic has been like for a first-grade teacher at Lake Harriet Community School

Teaching amidst the pandemic has been incredibly challenging. I’ll never forget the last “normal” day in March 2020.

Metro Transit Needs Better Options for High School Students

Additional routes through attendance areas are needed, but if no one asks for them, will Metro Transit see the need?

MPLS boys hockey team lose to Alexandria, a secondhand shop for misfits, propose a parklet

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b. Resale, a home for the weirdos

Allison Bross-White started her secondhand clothing shop with the mission of creating an unapologetic space for socially-engaged weirdos.

Hockey parents of Minneapolis, talking to Jamie Long, strike negotiation update

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The Hockey Parents of Minneapolis

How the past decade playing together has shaped the team's success.

Interview with Rep. Jamie Long

What he's up to this session, and his work on climate and public safety policies

Minneapolis now accepting applications for the Charter Commission

Do you have a passion for your city and for following rules? If so, Minneapolis has the job for you.

Teachers strike starts, after-action report on city's response to unrest, and join the Charter Commission

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Strike resources for MPS parents, supporting Ukrainians, Metro Transit adjusts service

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MPS strike resources for parents & caregivers

Childcare, drop-in centers, and food resources for the potential MPS teacher and ESP strike. 

How the pandemic led a Barton Community School teacher to vote to strike

I love what I do, and I just want some help to continue doing what I do. I want to take care of my students. 

Your feedback, a new coffee shop on Frank & Nic, and a pile of fun for the weekend

The Southwest Weekly

How a new coffee shop connects Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan (not that one), and Whittier

Espresso Coffee expands to America

Voices of Southwest: shoveling, the MPS budget, police buy back programs

A collection of reader comments submitted over the past month 

Minneapolis Hockey headed to State and apply to be on the Charter Commission

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Minneapolis boys hockey team in historical playoffs, tap your trees for syrup, Park Board meets tonight

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A new plan to clear our sidewalks, changes to E Line stations in Linden Hills, Rock the Garden lineup today

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Campaign for Clear Sidewalks Wants the City to Take Responsibility

In an active city like Minneapolis, maintaining clear sidewalks and curb cuts in the winter is a necessity.

COVID-19 cases in Hennepin plummet, popular DJ moving to Jazz88, MPD's 2021 no-knock warrant to find a stolen puppy

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Minneapolis Public School finances, how students felt about omicron, and lots of art this weekend

The Southwest Weekly

City's mask mandate is lifted, big meetings today on redistricting & Seven Points

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MPS School Board Discusses Declining Enrollment and Budget Challenges

The Minneapolis Public Schools Board of Education met on Feb. 16 as a Committee of the Whole.

MPS is Quietly Facing a Budget Emergency

If you’ve followed the MPS board meetings recently, you wouldn’t know the financial crisis that the district is facing

MPS School Board meets tonight, co-working at Flock, KinhDo and Christo's looking for support

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When COVID Spiked, Southwest High Schoolers Wanted to Learn From Home

Knowing how students responded to the omicron wave may help the district plan for future pandemic disruptions.

Where do spaces like Flock fit into the future of work?

If you don’t already know Flock, you might know its building. It’s tough to miss. 

Snow on the horizon, Stevens Square visit recap, condo with cracks now has flooded garage

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Teachers & ESPs vote to authorize a strike, Wrecktangle/Boludo/Clanceys/Centro expand, how redistricting shook out

The Southwest Weekly

Last day of MPS strike authorization vote, we're in Stevens Square tomorrow, and how to donate COVID-19 tests

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MPS teachers and ESPs collectively vote on whether to authorize a strike this week

Voting for MFT 59 started Feb. 14 and closes Feb. 17. St. Paul Schools teachers are also voting on whether to authorize a strike on Feb. 17.

Wrecktangle Opening for Takeout in March, Redistricting breakdown, Park Board meets today

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Restricting Maps puts all of East Harriet in Ward 13, West Bde Maka Ska in Ward 7

The final public hearing on the proposed maps is Feb. 24. 

Wrecktangle Expecting to Open for Takeout at LynLake in Mid-March

Get ready to slam some 'za

Admin emails MPS families about possible strike, crisis response team launches, a free jazz concert at lunch

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From Justice for Justine to Amir Locke, Teachers marching, Boludo and Clancey's teams expanding

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To Eliminate Police Violence, Listen to the Communities Most Affected By It

An organizer with the Justice for Justine coalition talks about our current moment.

Perspectives on the MPD, the loss of Deshaun Hill Jr., Empty Bowls on Sunday

The Southwest Weekly

Voices of Southwest: The MPD killing of Amir Locke and the role of local journalism in covering it

A collection of perspectives from Southwest Voices readers

Team From Justice Page Middle School to Compete at Future City Nationals Competition

Hear from the students themselves about how their team got there.

Big Council meeting this morning, student sit-in, Cherry & Rock the Garden return

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MPS School Board Approves Strategic Plan, Inclusive School Calendar

The meeting included an update from Superintendent Graff and nearly an hour of public comments. 

It's all about the kids: student walk-out, meeting youth where they are at, become a trolley driver

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