In this five-part series, housing reporter Zak Yudhishthu breaks down the different challenges to affordable housing in Minneapolis. We begin with a look into the different types of housing shortages.
September 12, 2023
Hennepin Chief Judge Toddrick Barnette spoke at a Southwest judges listening session this July
September 12, 2023
The four Ward 13 City Council candidates were asked about city-specific issues and their approach to governing.
September 10, 2023
LynLake’s theater scene is buzzing this week with a sold-out run at Jungle Theater and HUGE Theater buying a building and temporarily performing at another one.
September 8, 2023
"Neighborhood gathering spot first, food second" venue opening in the old Clancey's space in Linden Hills
September 6, 2023
Live & Local captures live music at local venues featuring local musicians. We talk with musicians about the Minneapolis music scene, their music backgrounds, and what it means for them to play music with other people.
September 6, 2023
The Eat Street restaurant will reopen in about two weeks following an injury and tax troubles.
September 5, 2023
Want the on-a-stick experience without having to go to St. Paul? Here's how to find State Fair charms in our own Southwest.
August 31, 2023
As homeless bounce around to encampment sites, City says it makes “conscientious effort” to confirm shelter availability
August 31, 2023
Owning the shop has become difficult for Tom Thomson since his wife’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis and the Bryant Avenue reconstruction.
August 31, 2023
Thirteen state legislators volunteered during Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s Red Blue Build
August 30, 2023
In four hours, the teams raised $1400 to pay for coaches, transportation, and equipment.
August 29, 2023
Associate Director Alison Hiltner discusses the process of presenting gallery exhibitions and what happens when things don’t go as planned.
August 29, 2023
We talked with crop artist Jill Moe about her first place win in crop art at the 2023 Minnesota State Fair for her depiction of Lake Chipotle, a reference to an often-flooded Chipotle parking lot.
August 28, 2023
Last week’s brouhaha over the end of the arrangement between Our Streets Minneapolis and the city’s Public Works department brings a long-standing funding problem to a head.
August 28, 2023
As a loyal State Fair-goer I had to find the local angle for Southwest Voices. Luckily that wasn't hard to do.
August 24, 2023
You’ll never guess what is inside the doors of an unassuming East Isles business.
August 24, 2023
Bri Bergin attended ThreeSixty Journalism’s broadcast camp and worked with Brittney Ermon and Marianne Combs.
August 23, 2023
Once a steady source of rare and independent film showings, the Lagoon has stepped in to fill the blockbuster gaps left by shuttered theaters.
August 22, 2023
I've learned how complicated new technology can be to someone older. I'm glad that I can put a little time and effort into helping someone in my community.
August 21, 2023
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
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".