A digital news organization by and for Southwest Minneapolis
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
We appreciate reader feedback and strive to publish the vast majority of what we receive.
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
The joint-construction project has been prolonged by months, upsetting a dense business district
August 1, 2024
October 20, 2021
Southwest Voices readers share their feelings on deciding who, and what, to vote for in a high-stakes election.
October 19, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
October 18, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest (Oct. 18th)
October 15, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
October 15, 2021
Do you care about how the city collects and spends your taxes? If so, then you should care about the BET.
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October 14, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest (Oct. 14th)
October 14, 2021
Rebuilt USPS station scheduled to open next Spring
October 13, 2021
What we're working on before the election, new B Line bus, and School Board votes to negotiate an extension for Superintendent Graff
October 12, 2021
Long-standing business at 34th and Lyndale won the award from the MN Retailers Association
October 12, 2021
No charges in Winston Smith's shooting, packed agenda for the School Board meeting tonight, and apply to join the Met Council
October 11, 2021
Happy Indigenous People's Day, early votes trickling in, and a fun week of high school soccer
October 11, 2021
A packed weekend of events, from Open Streets Lyndale to art, and a Ward 10 Forum wrap-up
October 11, 2021
Ward 10 candidates discuss public safety, the role of police in our city, and the charter amendment.
October 11, 2021
Ward 10 Forum, The Jungle Theatre is back, and the first Native artist in the Sculpture Garden
October 11, 2021
Racial covenants, a new third space for LynLake, a Minneapolis-designed USPS stamp, and funding for supportive housing
October 11, 2021
What one group is doing about their neighborhood's history of racial covenants for homeowners
October 11, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest (October 5th)
October 4, 2021
Another mayoral forum, new bike paths around the lakes, and a Southwest High School football standout
September 30, 2021
7 Reasons Why You Should Go to the LHENA Community Festival and Drawing Contest at Mueller Park
September 30, 2021
A preview of Southwest Voices + what residents say they want from a local news site
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September 27, 2021
What we're up to in the weeks ahead
September 20, 2021
You voted on our name. Here's why we're so excited to be "Southwest Voices".
