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LWVMN does not invite judicial candidates to participate in the Vote411 Voter’s Guide due to the number of candidates across the state and associated administrative costs. This combined with …
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.
Hennepin Chief Judge Toddrick Barnette spoke at a Southwest judges listening session this July
The four Ward 13 City Council candidates were asked about city-specific issues and their approach to governing.
Kao Lee Thao and Ash Kubesh spent 66 hours over 10 days painting two new murals that represent Thao’s Hmong heritage at Boom Island Park. The artwork is part of the Minneapolis Parks and …
I cannot recall in my lifetime having more instances of friends telling me: “You have to go see the Walker Exhibit.” Word on the street was, “Oh my god, it’s fantastic.” …
To engage broader communities and understand their experience surrounding mental health stigma, we connected with Cultural Brokers from Watercourse Counseling Center (WCC) and the Somali American …
Patio season. Book Club. because it’s winter near 6 months a year, we hit patio season hard and enjoy it more than just about anyone else I imagine. (Illustration by WACSO)
Acclaimed artist and composer Billy McLaughin’s first band at Washburn High School (WHS) in south Minneapolis, an 11-piece group – counting the roadies -- called Paradox, with a gifted …
Hennepin County is working to build a Lyndale Avenue for today and tomorrow. The county is partnering with the city of Minneapolis, Metro Transit and others to continue improving safety for all users …
CEDAR LAKE CHANNEL REOPENS The Cedar Lake (Kenilworth) Channel has reopened to recreational use. As part of the Green Line Extension (GLE) LRT Project, three new concrete bridges have been …
City council candidate filings Aug. 15 was the last day for candidates for any of the 13 city council wards to file to be on the Nov. 7 municipal ballot. The following candidates listed by …
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.
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.
The Eat Street restaurant will reopen in about two weeks following an injury and tax troubles.
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.
Isidro Perez named the Whittier bakery after his first-born daughter, Marissa
Isidro Perez nombró la panadería, ubicada en Whittier, por su primera hija, Marissa.
As homeless bounce around to encampment sites, City says it makes “conscientious effort” to confirm shelter availability
