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A news organization by and for Southwest Minneapolis
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
Extreme Protection Order Act, a ‘red flag’ law, gaining traction in state
October 17, 2025
January 3, 2025
Prescriptions will be moved to the 1010 W. Lake St. location unless customers ask for a different pharmacy location.
January 3, 2025
The restaurant and corner store opened in March 2023.
January 3, 2025
Our curated collection of live events, music, and community gatherings in Southwest Minneapolis.
January 3, 2025
Minnesota’s love of saunas and winter lake dips inspire the new wellness business in the former Jiffy Lube.
December 19, 2024
Steven Glasford measures ice across Southwest lakes and records it online
December 17, 2024
Current councilmembers spoke in support of having the two-term State senator as mayor.
December 12, 2024
A day after the City Council passed a 2025 City budget, the mayor vetoed it. Then the council overturned his veto.
December 11, 2024
Your Southwest-specific guide to local gift shopping.
December 9, 2024
One year after his death, a memorial for the Loring Park grocery clerk is being held at the Woman’s Club of Minneapolis today.
December 6, 2024
The Lowry Hill East bar and restaurant has been open since 1976
December 4, 2024
The second-term councilmember took many hits at Mayor Jacob Frey in her introductory speech.
December 2, 2024
Performances paired with historic artifacts and films honor those in the local AIDS community
November 26, 2024
The former Chez Bloom Florist and The Golf Club Hospital spaces are being combined into one storefront.
November 25, 2024
The plant-based restaurant opened before State regulations went into place
November 21, 2024
The owners of Galapagos Bar and Grill were awarded a Minnesota Promise Act loan to purchase the Uptown business.
November 20, 2024
Omar Fateh is a Minnesota senator for District 62.
November 18, 2024
The owner is unable to obtain an on-site hemp consumption license
November 14, 2024
John Sawchak was charged in the shooting of Davis Moturi, his Black neighbor, in October.
November 12, 2024
A coalition of businesses are threatening to not follow the City's Labor Standards Board if it is voted through by the City Council.
November 7, 2024
The owners of Gálapagos Bar and Grill on East Lake Street will now operate the cafe.
November 6, 2024
Ira Jourdain is leaving the District 6 seat after serving since 2017, while Kim Ellison won re-election as an at-large school board director.
November 6, 2024
The DFL candidate will replace the retiring Frank Hornstein while two other Southwest State representatives maintain their seats.
November 4, 2024
Our election resources all in one spot for the Southwest school board and 61A House of Representatives elections.
October 31, 2024
Frank Hornstein has represented the 61A district since 2002 and is retiring. Jones wants to bring her work in Southwest and with Minnesota legislation to the State Capitol.
October 31, 2024
Frank Hornstein has represented the 61A district since 2002 and is retiring. López wants to bring expansive ways of thinking to the State Capitol.
October 30, 2024
The owner of the Tangletown pizzeria credits Washburn High School students for keeping him in business.
October 29, 2024
We are committed to seeing Minneapolis Public Schools not only endure but thrive. We believe Lara Bergman is the leader who can make that happen.
October 24, 2024
James Otis, a Boston lawyer, became an influential figure around Samuel Adams and John Hancock.
October 24, 2024
Greta Callahan’s commitment to Minneapolis Public Schools is unwavering.
October 24, 2024
As a Minneapolis taxpayer, I want a school board that believes in our students, makes quality governance decisions, and highlight successes instead of finger pointing and excuse making.
October 23, 2024
A domestic violence incident involving gunfire at Lime Apartments ended with a man allegedly killing someone during a carjacking outside of Minneapolis.
October 21, 2024
Zeynep Tuzcu has created a wellness space in the Loring Corners building.
October 17, 2024
If we are going to have an impact on mitigating the effects of climate change on our planet, we need bold action.
October 15, 2024
An open house is scheduled for Oct. 23 to gather additional feedback
October 15, 2024
Agate Housing and Services said 16 of its units were damaged in the fire.
October 10, 2024
Attorney John Goetz filed an appeal based on the site plan, testifies about the high-traffic area
October 3, 2024
A petition with over 1,600 signatures voices disapproval of fencing that limits access to a long stretch of beach.
September 27, 2024
Longtime Twin Cities musicians opened the space with stripped-down sets
September 26, 2024
Flipside is asking the City to reconsider its cannabis store zoning rules based on an old liquor store law.
September 20, 2024
The people behind Mr. Paul’s Supper Club bring wood-fired pizza to 50th and France
September 17, 2024
The death of Uptown came slowly, then all at once. Its rebirth may be around the corner.
September 12, 2024
A new chapter for the Loring Park brewery space.
September 10, 2024
Neighborhood Roots plans for a fresh location and new community connections at the Mount Lutheran Olivet Church parking lot on 50th Street.
September 6, 2024
After moving into a larger venue, financial barriers are keeping the improv theater from continuing operations.
September 4, 2024
Gary Lee Hallberg is suing Lakeshore Recycling Systems for $2.8 million after building was a "total loss" from fire.
September 3, 2024
Minneapolis organization works to help marginalized communities get therapy
August 29, 2024
Sooki & Mimi and then Kim's operated at the corner of 31st and Hennepin Avenue since early 2021.
August 28, 2024
We appreciate reader feedback and strive to publish the vast majority of what we receive.
August 27, 2024
Why aren’t we pushing city officials to distribute resources equitably across neighborhoods, based on their unique histories and needs?
August 26, 2024
The dog grooming, boarding, and day care center will open its third location in 2025, beer included.
