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Co-owner of Sushi Train set to open an authentic Chinese spot along the “Asian food court” of Nicollet Avenue.
January 30, 2024
A neighbor has filed a lawsuit against the developer of a five-story apartment building, based on the size of the building.
January 29, 2024
The Whittier Alliance developed the branding in the 90s, but Nicollet Avenue has been home to diverse cuisine long before it was called Eat Street.
January 25, 2024
Speed cameras placed at high-crash intersections have a proven record of decreasing speeds and fatal crashes.
January 24, 2024
Many are talking about how a path could negatively impact a garden. But, is everyone missing that this may be a great chance to make the outdoor hobby more accessible?
January 23, 2024
Vote for your favorite submitted Minneapolis flag design.
January 23, 2024
The Lynnhurst bookstore, which opened in 1975, has been in Andy Hersey’s family for over 30 years.
January 23, 2024
The Lyndale Neighborhood Association leans on dedicated volunteers to assist immigrants and refugees in their education
January 17, 2024
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January 17, 2024
Seniors knit scarves for students at Ella Baker Elementary School.
January 17, 2024
The Art Shanty Projects are delaying their opening date to Jan. 27.
January 16, 2024
Where to eat after 10 p.m. in Southwest Minneapolis, map included.
January 16, 2024
A new Neighborhood Revitalization Program Policy Board with more organization representation may impact funding decisions in the future.
January 15, 2024
Mortenson Properties and Greater Minnesota Housing Fund could support affordable housing component, which is a "big need" in the Lyndale neighborhood.
January 11, 2024
Sutherland said there’s a chance that his food will return to Uptown Ties in the spring
January 11, 2024
After electing council leadership, supporters of a Middle East ceasefire resolution shouted at Councilmember Palmisano as she spoke.
January 9, 2024
Owner Michael Misewicz fixes lamps, and sells lampshades, new and handcrafted lamps at Fulton storefront.
January 9, 2024
The building's value increased substantially last year. The new owners have not yet filed for any business licenses.
January 5, 2024
After replacing El Travieso Taqueria in November, this is Taqueria el Patrón’s second Minneapolis location.
January 4, 2024
Robert Skafte’s tragic death spurs community-led petition for increased mental health interventions
January 2, 2024
March 6, 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.
February 28, 2025
A call to support surrounding businesses, damaged ones wait for answers
February 26, 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 25, 2025
The two-term mayor discusses small business support, homelessness, and what he’s learned since taking office in 2018.
February 24, 2025
If the reverend is elected mayor, he wants to empower and collaborate with Minneapolis residents.
February 24, 2025
Funding for the redesign isn’t coming to Southwest until at least 2027
February 21, 2025
The Lakers co-captain has broken the school's rebounding record and leads the State this year.
February 20, 2025
The short answer: property owners will have to file a claim to find out
February 19, 2025
Camera locations are yet to be determined, with 19 proposed in the Southwest area.
February 18, 2025
The owner is hesitant to say the bookstore is gone for good, but the damage is extensive.
February 14, 2025
The intersection remains closed as businesses and crews clean up.
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February 12, 2025
The popular ice rink is being considered for closure by the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board due to its high cost of operations.
February 10, 2025
City restarts contract process for human trafficking prevention work at the future Community Safety Center after the chosen organization was called out for its reputation.
February 6, 2025
We appreciate reader feedback and strive to publish the vast majority of what we receive.
February 4, 2025
Responses to our online poll revealed the issues that matter most to readers during a big local election year.
January 31, 2025
Uncertain about their future, “I’m writing this in the hope of sparking interest, empathy, and solidarity among my neighbors.”
January 31, 2025
The Park and Recreation Board commissioner is trying to unseat Katie Cashman, a first-term councilmember.
January 24, 2025
Hampton, a lawyer and Southwest Minneapolis Public Schools parent, announced his candidacy Thursday morning
January 22, 2025
Ann Ahmed is a semifinalist again, this year for the Outstanding Chef James Beard Award for her work at Khâluna in East Harriet.
January 16, 2025
A St. Paul upcycle-meets-vintage store relocates to Fulton with room for more.
January 15, 2025
The Plymouth Congregational Church minister outlined his campaign’s focus areas to over 100 people Monday night.
January 8, 2025
The new farmers market on 50th Street will host an information session on Jan. 11 at Bachman's Heritage Room.
January 8, 2025
After a temporary move to Sola Salon Studios, the 18-year business is headed south to Richfield.
January 7, 2025
Landlord blames drug dealing and insufficient police force.
January 6, 2025
NcNeal has been inducted into Southwest High's Athletic Hall of Fame and Minnesota's US Track and Field Hall of Fame.
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.
