A digital news organization by and for Southwest Minneapolis
A group of five U of M grad students took second place in the American Planning Association design competition for their work developing a plan proposal for the former Kmart site in south Minneapolis.
May 14, 2024
After a seamless lead cast change, “A Year with Frog and Toad” brings audiences a show full of “humor grounded in truth.”
May 14, 2024
C. David George’s portfolio of vacant buildings is a case study of how easy it is to let hundreds of units sit empty.
May 8, 2024
After neighbors voiced concerns over an approved master plan, Park & Recreation Board members offer a resolution to pause decision making.
May 7, 2024
After running out of time at the citywide DFL convention, delegates for Greta Callahan and Lara Bergman reconvene on May 5.
May 2, 2024
Curious why vacant lots are, well, vacant? We look up the history of a few and try to figure out why they are empty and what plans the owners have for them.
May 1, 2024
The bar’s cowboy neon sign has been taken down; no word from owner as to why
April 30, 2024
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
January 26, 2022
"There is no practical way to replace the parking that will be lost with this plan."
January 26, 2022
"There have to be better ways to address climate change in a city in which I see very few bicycle riders using the dedicated bike lanes."
January 25, 2022
Good morning, Southwest
January 24, 2022
Good morning, Southwest
January 24, 2022
Prompt shoveling, helping others shovel, and smart salt use are some quick ways to contribute positively to the neighborhood.
January 21, 2022
Good day, Southwest.
January 20, 2022
This fee, charged to developers and redistributed to the parks system, is funding park improvements around the city.
January 20, 2022
Good Morning, Southwest
January 20, 2022
Taking a look at a new housing project
January 19, 2022
Good Morning, Southwest
January 19, 2022
An Interview with Park Board President Meg Forney
January 18, 2022
Good Morning, Southwest
January 14, 2022
This is our weekly edition of our newsletter, which goes out every Friday.
January 13, 2022
Good Morning, Southwest
January 13, 2022
Tonight the City is hosting its final public meeting about the redesign before the plan goes to the City Council for approval.
January 13, 2022
Coverage of the School Board's Tuesday, January 11 Meeting
January 11, 2022
Jono Cowgill wrapped up his tenure as Park Board President this month.
January 11, 2022
Good Morning, Southwest
January 10, 2022
Good morning, Southwest.
January 10, 2022
Inside the classroom of an MPS teacher in the week after winter break
January 10, 2022
Breaking down where the most thefts and carjackings happen.
January 7, 2022
The Southwest Weekly is here.
January 7, 2022
Our focus on crime reporting will focus on the how and the why.
January 6, 2022
Good morning, Southwest.
January 6, 2022
A response to our interview with Council Member Palmisano
January 5, 2022
Good Morning, Southwest
January 4, 2022
Good morning, Southwest
January 3, 2022
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January 3, 2022
I chatted with Jessica Burge about her apprehensions about losing parking for her business.
December 30, 2021
I chatted with the Hennepin for People community member during the Holiday Bike Ride on Dec. 18.
December 28, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
December 27, 2021
This is the last week to create a snowflake to benefit Southside Harm Reduction Services at the Kingfield Five Watt.
December 27, 2021
The Lowry Hill East neighborhood has 53 block clubs out of 56 blocks. LHENA needs help to connecting them.
December 24, 2021
The Committee of the Whole meeting was focused on the ongoing development of a strategic plan for the district.
December 23, 2021
Good day, Southwest.
December 22, 2021
An interview with LIsa Goodman
December 22, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
December 21, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
December 21, 2021
Digging into the plans for both lakes
December 21, 2021
A conversation with Linea Palmisano
December 20, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
December 17, 2021
The Southwest Weekly
December 17, 2021
If you buy late, buy local
December 17, 2021
The Minneapolis Public Schools Board met for its annual Truth-in-Taxation Meeting Tuesday night at the Davis Center.
December 16, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
December 16, 2021
Heavy Table covers Wooden Ship Brewing Co.
December 15, 2021
You may ask yourself, how did I get here?
December 14, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
December 13, 2021
Here's what Ward 11's new representative had to say before she begins her term
December 13, 2021
Seven finalists for a Met Council seat representing southwest Minneapolis made their case virtually before a selection committee on Dec. 9.
