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A news organization by and for Southwest Minneapolis
A single foster parent finds time to create art in South Uptown
April 1, 2025
Baristas at all of Daniel del Prado’s cafes unionized with UNITE HERE last summer.
March 27, 2025
The Windom coworking space opened in 2021
March 25, 2025
The LynLake restaurant's co-owner Christian Quito was charged with sexual assault of a minor in January.
March 20, 2025
A mix of funding is needed to build and maintain playground
March 19, 2025
Coffee industry veteran Tony Querio is behind the new coffee shop.
March 19, 2025
Spring break doesn't mean a break from fun and learning in Southwest Minneapolis.
March 18, 2025
Tenants at multiple buildings are struggling with unsecured doors and pending repairs
March 17, 2025
After ten years of operation, The Iron Door Pub’s last day will be March 23.
March 14, 2025
Where the region lacks in church-led fish fries, we make up for at local restaurants
March 13, 2025
The play, centered around romance amid a drug trial, looks at depression from an emotional and medical lens
March 13, 2025
The festival celebrates Indigenous culture through tattooing, music, and local vendors.
March 11, 2025
It’s the school’s first State championship for the ski team
March 10, 2025
The neighborhood hub first opened in 1973 and was sold in 2022.
March 6, 2025
A Park & Recreation Board resolution to stop construction for green space failed by a 5-4 vote.
March 6, 2025
A call to support surrounding businesses, damaged ones wait for answers
February 28, 2025
The PERIS Foundation works with youth aging out of the foster system and is looking for more investment in permanent supportive housing.
February 26, 2025
Affordable housing will be developed first over the five-year project.
February 26, 2025
The two-term mayor discusses small business support, homelessness, and what he’s learned since taking office in 2018.
February 25, 2025
If the reverend is elected mayor, he wants to empower and collaborate with Minneapolis residents.
February 24, 2025
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.
May 22, 2024
Heirloom Properties plans a crowdfunding campaign for an all-electric powered duplex and carriage house apartment near Dupont Ave. and 37th St.
