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January 12, 2026
Leadership includes non-partisan majority and minority leaders.
January 7, 2026
A shake-up in the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board leaves four incumbents, five newcomers.
January 5, 2026
We reported on how kids are impacted by domestic violence, a water main break that ruined businesses, and reported on issues that mattered to you.
January 1, 2026
These forever chemicals have found their way into our chain of lakes.
December 23, 2025
The Southwest High School Robotics Team mentored 3rd through 5th graders on original science projects.
December 19, 2025
New budget policy requires departments to report to council when over budget after MPD reports being $19 million over this year.
December 18, 2025
This Lyndale neighbor cares for all of her community
December 16, 2025
The all-day plant-based cafe is designed for the Whittier neighborhood, bought from the former Common Roots owner.
December 16, 2025
New city councilmembers were elected in Wards 7, 8, and 11 with incumbents returning in Wards 10 and 13.
November 20, 2025
The family-run restaurant was started by a Tunisian immigrant who only settled for the freshest Italian food.
November 20, 2025
Private events, secret marriage proposals, and neighborhood regulars kept the cozy wine bar going.
November 20, 2025
A month-long calendar of events showcases businesses after two years of road construction.
November 20, 2025
Southwest Voices asked the district for data-backed positive trends that show improved outcomes for students. Here's what we found.
November 17, 2025
The Board of Estimate and Taxation raised the maximum property tax levy to 8% in September.
October 30, 2025
The third building in the Lupe Development Partners LynLake campus is complete
October 26, 2025
Urban folk school brings folk traditions into heart of city
October 17, 2025
Minneapolis must protect public access TV and the people’s voice.
October 17, 2025
‘Peter Williams: Homegoing’ exhibit free to public at MCAD through Nov. 1
October 17, 2025
Minnesota women who work full-time all year make $0.81 for every dollar that men make, with important differences when it comes to race and ethnicity, according to a 2024 study.
October 17, 2025
November 8, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
November 5, 2021
A hearing on the building will be on November 15th
November 5, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
November 4, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
November 3, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
November 2, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
November 1, 2021
Good morning, Southwest
October 29, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
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
Good Morning, Southwest
October 26, 2021
The #1 seed believes in themselves, and each other
October 25, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
October 25, 2021
What the three charter amendments on the ballot this year are all about
October 22, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
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
Good Morning, Southwest
October 20, 2021
Good Morning, Southwest
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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".
