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Neighborhood Roots plans for a fresh location and new community connections at the Mount Lutheran Olivet Church parking lot on 50th Street.
September 10, 2024
After moving into a larger venue, financial barriers are keeping the improv theater from continuing operations.
September 6, 2024
Gary Lee Hallberg is suing Lakeshore Recycling Systems for $2.8 million after building was a "total loss" from fire.
September 4, 2024
Minneapolis organization works to help marginalized communities get therapy
September 3, 2024
Sooki & Mimi and then Kim's operated at the corner of 31st and Hennepin Avenue since early 2021.
August 29, 2024
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August 28, 2024
Why aren’t we pushing city officials to distribute resources equitably across neighborhoods, based on their unique histories and needs?
August 27, 2024
The dog grooming, boarding, and day care center will open its third location in 2025, beer included.
August 26, 2024
I share a workspace with Alysha Price and her story is a powerful reminder of human resilience, creativity, and compassion.
August 21, 2024
The Hennepin Avenue boba and tea shop is decked out in hand-made “Alice in Wonderland” decor and hand-selected merchandise through September.
August 20, 2024
One example of why our community struggles to have the kind of relationship we deserve with our police officers, even under additional scrutiny
August 15, 2024
The community event brings together neighbors and local artists for a chance to connect
August 14, 2024
Local music journalist Andrea Swensson recounts Cornbread Harris’ music and personal life in a book about Black rock ‘n’ roll, Minneapolis music, and familial relations.
August 14, 2024
Toya López will appear on the Nov. 5 ballot alongside one of the DFL candidates. The DFL candidate will be chosen through a primary race held on Aug 13.
August 8, 2024
Our antiquated "pick one" system is creating a difficult choice to either vote with my heart or vote to block the candidate I dislike. This frustrates me.
August 7, 2024
Katie Jones will be on the Aug. 13 primary ballot in District 61A along with two other DFL candidates, Isabel Rolfes and Will Stancil. Only one of 61A DFL candidates will be on the Nov. 5 ballot. Rep. Frank Hornstein announced his retirement from this seat in early 2024.
August 6, 2024
Will Stancil will be on the Aug. 13 primary ballot in District 61A along with two other DFL candidates, Isabel Rolfes and Katie Jones. Only one of 61A DFL candidates will be on the Nov. 5 ballot. Rep. Frank Hornstein announced his retirement from this seat in early 2024.
August 6, 2024
Isabel Rolfes will be on the Aug. 13 primary ballot in District 61A along with two other DFL candidates, Will Stancil and Katie Jones. Only one of 61A DFL candidates will be on the Nov. 5 ballot. Rep. Frank Hornstein announced his retirement from this seat in early 2024.
August 6, 2024
A decades-old HIV/AIDS organization based in Kingfield is taking on Rainbow Health's contracts, while figuring out which community organizations will best serve them in the long term.
August 6, 2024
Getting to know the person behind the Lake Harriet haiku photography project.
August 5, 2024
December 13, 2021
Seven finalists for a Met Council seat representing southwest Minneapolis made their case virtually before a selection committee on Dec. 9.
December 13, 2021
Minnesota Reading Corps and Math Corps, a branch of AmeriCorps, are short 118 tutors in Minneapolis schools.
December 13, 2021
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December 10, 2021
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December 10, 2021
The Art Shanty Projects is returning to Lake Harriet January 2022 with an exterior twist.
December 9, 2021
5-8 PM through the Linden Hills business district starting at 43rd and Upton
December 9, 2021
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December 8, 2021
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December 8, 2021
Breaking down the budget and staffing changes at the MPD
December 7, 2021
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December 7, 2021
An interview with incoming Ward 10 Council Member Aisha Chughtai
December 6, 2021
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December 3, 2021
Welcome to the team!
December 2, 2021
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December 1, 2021
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November 30, 2021
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November 30, 2021
Summary of the School Board's late November meeting
November 29, 2021
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November 18, 2021
Lisa Bender talks about her time in office
November 18, 2021
Young Man is an Indonesian, Balinese, Hawaiian, and Japanese fusion restaurant in Kingfield.
November 16, 2021
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November 15, 2021
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November 11, 2021
Here's what happened at Tuesday's meeting
November 11, 2021
A look at a few designs
November 11, 2021
Where the Mayor gained and lost support from 2017 to 2021
November 10, 2021
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November 9, 2021
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November 8, 2021
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November 5, 2021
A hearing on the building will be on November 15th
November 5, 2021
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November 4, 2021
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November 3, 2021
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November 2, 2021
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November 1, 2021
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October 29, 2021
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October 29, 2021
Answering a few of your questions about the election
October 28, 2021
Readers chime in on the discussion about where to place BRT stops in the Linden Hills commercial district.
October 27, 2021
The bell and wheel are finally home
October 27, 2021
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October 26, 2021
The #1 seed believes in themselves, and each other
October 25, 2021
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October 25, 2021
What the three charter amendments on the ballot this year are all about
October 22, 2021
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October 22, 2021
Metro Transit provided helpful context on the 43rd and Upton station placement
October 22, 2021
Business owners across Linden Hills have written a letter regarding the proposed 43rd and Upton station placement
October 22, 2021
A quick breakdown of the METRO E Line
October 22, 2021
Here's who's running for Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board (At Large)
October 22, 2021
Here's who's running for Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board in District 6
October 21, 2021
Here's who's running for Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board in District 4
October 21, 2021
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