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A news organization by and for Southwest Minneapolis
The dimly lit, cozy coffee shop serves their award-winning chai as friendly faces fill the retrofitted Victorian house.
April 3, 2023
City contends with potholes as pavement remains wet, weak, and old. Here is what you can do to help.
April 3, 2023
The three elected officials ran through a list of bills that have passed through the House and Senate and answered constituent questions
March 31, 2023
Celebrating the people you don't see at some of the places you love.
March 30, 2023
Schools closures and consolidation was not part of the agenda, and there was no discussion by board members.
March 29, 2023
Frank Brown owns the biggest Black-owned print shop in Minnesota and wants to continue hiring more Black and Brown employees at his new location in North Minneapolis.
March 28, 2023
After 41 years in operation, the Greek restaurant leaves a corner of Lyn-Lake empty.
March 28, 2023
Without brick and mortar stories bringing in foot traffic, small businesses await a new apartment development that will shift the building once again.
March 23, 2023
Josh talks multi-generational living, "missing middle" housing, and the rise of Fulton
March 22, 2023
Chance York learns how to sail with Joe Leadley of the Minneapolis Sailing Center
March 22, 2023
Kingfield will be gaining a market and cafe at 4237 Nicollet Ave.
March 21, 2023
The Black and Funny Improv festival brings together Black improvisers from across North America to joyously interrupt expectations of what improv should look like.
March 20, 2023
Readers share concerns of conflict of interest with a potential council seat win and our stereotyping in our recent coverage of a vacant building.
March 17, 2023
Lowry Hill East Neighborhood Association is trying to buy the former brewery space and turn it into affordable housing.
March 16, 2023
Metro Transit is closing the waiting area on March 16 until contracted security guards can be in place. Today, the Met Council is considering a security contract with Allied Universal, a security firm with a history of killing transit riders in other states.
March 15, 2023
In its first two months of 2023 the council took up controversial votes on the Roof Depot demolition in East Phillips, a legislative directive on municipal shoveling, and a neighborhood-specific 2040 Plan amendment
March 14, 2023
Nearby property owner and residents are dealing with a lack of help with a well-known slumlord’s property.
March 14, 2023
A conversation about her tenure as City Council President so far.
March 13, 2023
A conversation about her record and time in office.
March 10, 2023
There is a climate justice movement growing in the City of Lakes, ward by ward.
March 9, 2023
August 26, 2024
The dog grooming, boarding, and day care center will open its third location in 2025, beer included.
August 21, 2024
I share a workspace with Alysha Price and her story is a powerful reminder of human resilience, creativity, and compassion.
August 20, 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 15, 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 14, 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 8, 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 7, 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 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
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
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 5, 2024
Getting to know the person behind the Lake Harriet haiku photography project.
August 1, 2024
The joint-construction project has been prolonged by months, upsetting a dense business district
July 31, 2024
Come work with us to help us build a sustainable present and future for our publication.
July 30, 2024
The last ten years of a taproom and brewery through the owner's eyes
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July 29, 2024
A Minneapolis resident argues the mayor needs to ask for more from Xcel and CenterPoint during franchise fee negotiations.
July 25, 2024
The City's historic investment in affordable housing includes almost 800 new housing units.
July 25, 2024
Go underground, upstairs at the newest "speakeasy" in Whittier
July 23, 2024
I'm writing this letter to the community so we can learn from the school’s and district’s response and hopefully come together as district families to learn from one another.
July 23, 2024
One settlement with officer who was involved in excessive force incident pulled back
July 23, 2024
A letter to the editor from an Ilhan Omar supporter
July 23, 2024
A letter to the editor from a Don Samuels supporter
July 19, 2024
Park & Rec Board negotiating team wants union workers to vote on its proposed contract
July 18, 2024
The forum was moderated by the League of Women Voters.
July 18, 2024
As workers express need for predictable and fair wages, public displays of support "heartwarming."
July 16, 2024
A journey through movement and connection in the Loring Park neighborhood
July 11, 2024
Business for the Youth, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, was founded by Southwest High School student Sam Vahhaji after he had reached an epiphany.
July 9, 2024
Minneapolis Park & Recreation management claims union contract costs will need to be covered by a tax levy, while the union argues there are other ways to cover the costs.
July 8, 2024
The new building reflects changes in burial traditions and continues the non-profit’s commitment to the community.
July 2, 2024
The City's Planning Commission approved plans for a six-story, mixed-use building focused on affordable housing for seniors.
July 1, 2024
Minneapolis apparel and retail industry veteran Erick DeLeon is bringing hard to find brands to South Uptown
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June 27, 2024
The tour, which has been happening since 2017, visited over 20 cat homes Wednesday evening with crowds erupting in cheers as cats appeared in windows.
June 27, 2024
Help us get to 1,000 paying members by the end of this summer
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June 27, 2024
Workers gathered outside the home of Park & Recreation Board Superintendent Al Bangoura on Tuesday to picket for a union contract that includes fair pay.
June 25, 2024
Either displaced or locked in for the night, tenants say they were frustrated with the lack of communication about why their apartments were being searched.
June 18, 2024
Mohamed shares what she and the DFL majority have accomplished over the last two years, based on constiutent concerns.
June 18, 2024
Minneapolis Public Schools high schools are welcoming to exchange students and families are needed to open up their homes and hearts to show students around the city and their own cultures.
June 17, 2024
The ice cream remains with more fresh food options.
June 13, 2024
Making Lyndale Avenue “safer for all” is Hennepin County’s main goal is it plans to reconstruct the street in 2027.
June 10, 2024
A fourth person died of his injuries June 7.
June 6, 2024
A new affordable thrift store is set to open at the former Phuoc Loc Tho jewelry store.
June 5, 2024
The Minneapolis and Park Police Departments responded to numerous large groups gathered at lakeshores last year.
June 5, 2024
The young officer helped an elderly couple escape their burning house next to Bde Maka Ska in 2023.
June 4, 2024
The neighborhood organization and Alliance Housing, its development partner, aim for a mix of transitional housing and smaller, deeply affordable units at 2116 Nicollet Ave.
May 30, 2024
The group behind the Mother’s Day weekend art fair at the Sculpture Garden is bringing new artists to the edge of Minneapolis.
May 30, 2024
GroundUp Development and EHR Construction think Southwest Minneapolis is ready for a Scandinavian-style modern home with standout siding and high-tech finishes.
May 28, 2024
Some business owners want Lyndale Avenue to retain all of its parking, others are emphasizing the importance of bike and bus lanes. Hennepin County hasn’t released a plan yet.
May 24, 2024
The once missing bell and wheel are displayed inside Pimento Market
May 23, 2024
Artist and educator Adam Johnson wants to spread fandom through his art.
