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24 Somali Mall reopens after Friday evening fire

by Dymanh Chhoun and Samantha HoangLong 3 days agoMay 26, 2023

The cause of the blaze appears to have been accidental, according to CAIR-MN. There were no reports of injuries.

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Minneapolis bans new heavy-polluting industries, limits existing facilities

by Andrew Hazzard 3 days agoMay 26, 2023

CULTURE & COMMUNITY

‘He changed the world’: Minnesotans honor George Floyd on third anniversary of his death

by Dymanh Chhoun 4 days agoMay 26, 2023

News

Where to observe the anniversary of George Floyd’s death: Events in Minneapolis

by Katelyn Vue and Samantha HoangLong 5 days agoMay 25, 2023

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Roof Depot activists win historic deal to control site from Minneapolis

by Andrew Hazzard May 22, 2023May 23, 2023

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Funding for Roof Depot site hangs in balance as Legislature nears end

by Andrew Hazzard May 19, 2023May 20, 2023

CULTURE & COMMUNITY

Fighting in Sudan leaves Minnesota college student unsure she can ever return home

by Alfonzo Galvan May 5, 2023May 5, 2023

¿Dónde celebrar Cinco de Mayo en Minnesota?

by Nicole Johnson May 4, 2023May 4, 2023

Where to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Minnesota

by Nicole Johnson May 4, 2023May 4, 2023

POLICING & JUSTICE

Suspect in Minneapolis mosque arsons arrested, charged in federal court

by MPR News Staff May 1, 2023May 1, 2023

Minneapolis man charged with arson after two mosque fires in two days

by Louis Krauss April 28, 2023May 4, 2023

POLICING & JUSTICE

Fires at two south Minneapolis mosques this week investigated as potential hate crimes

by Joey Peters April 25, 2023May 1, 2023

BUSINESS & WORK

No tienes documentos y no sabes cómo declarar tus impuestos?

by Alfonzo Galvan April 17, 2023April 17, 2023

“Abundant Cities” Series Brings Together Community Changemakers

CULTURE & COMMUNITY

Chef Yia Vang calls new Mee-Ka pop-up restaurant a ‘beautiful collision’ of Hmong and American cuisine

by Samantha HoangLong March 24, 2023March 29, 2023

East Village apartment flood left exposed floors, damaged walls, and seniors stranded without elevator service

by Katelyn Vue March 10, 2023May 24, 2023

CULTURE & COMMUNITY

Twin Cities snow emergency alerts fall short for non-English speakers

by Alfonzo Galvan February 24, 2023February 24, 2023

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Roof Depot demolition on hold after judge grants injunction to neighborhood activists

by Andrew Hazzard February 24, 2023February 24, 2023

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Indigenous activists demand meeting with Mayor Frey after failed attempt to stop Roof Depot demolition

by Jaida Grey Eagle and Andrew Hazzard February 23, 2023February 24, 2023

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Minneapolis police oust protestors camped out at Roof Depot to block demolition

by Andrew Hazzard February 21, 2023February 23, 2023

CULTURE & COMMUNITY

Like a lone wolf finding its pack: Soomaal House of Art fosters a sense of belonging for Somali artists.

by Abdirahman Mohamed February 6, 2023February 6, 2023

Bell Lofts’ alert system failed to notify authorities to devastating flood, Minneapolis official says

by Katelyn Vue January 27, 2023January 27, 2023

BUSINESS & WORK

From suitcases to herbs: How one Lake Street business survived the pandemic by offering medicinal herbs

by Alfonzo Galvan January 23, 2023January 23, 2023

George Floyd family fund accepting grant applications to help Minneapolis

by Maya Rao January 13, 2023January 13, 2023

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Minneapolis seeks $4.5 million bond from East Phillips nonprofit if Roof Depot project is delayed

by Andrew Hazzard December 15, 2022December 21, 2022

Indigenous Bowl provides showcase for promising Native athletes

by Matt Sepic December 12, 2022December 12, 2022

Protesters supporting Dream Act rally at Klobuchar’s office

by Sam Stroozas and Kerem Yücel December 9, 2022December 9, 2022

Young pastor with deep roots in Black church finds leadership role in Minneapolis

by Simone Cazares November 30, 2022December 1, 2022

‘The woman of the century’: Nellie Stone Johnson honored with Minnesota Capitol statue.

by Dana Ferguson November 22, 2022November 22, 2022

Hmong Nouveau Fashion Show and Concert celebrates Hmong culture and music.

by Jacob Aloi November 22, 2022November 22, 2022

Equitable Development in Minneapolis

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Zero to hero: Sabathani Community Center transitions to clean energy example and resilience hub.

by Andrew Hazzard October 17, 2022May 12, 2023

CULTURE & COMMUNITY

The secret ingredient is time: Minneapolis chef Gustavo Romero shares the family recipe that you won’t find at his hit Minneapolis taqueria, Nixta.

by Mecca Bos October 11, 2022October 14, 2022

Nurses of color on a historic strike share why they’re fighting for increased staffing, higher wages, and better patient care.

by Drew Arrieta September 14, 2022September 14, 2022

Minnesota artist has deep roots in Chicano art movement.

by Vicki Adame September 14, 2022September 14, 2022

Artist Inkpa Mani resigns from Minneapolis park project amid claims of cultural appropriation.

by Susan Du and Alicia Eler September 12, 2022September 14, 2022

Keeping track of the applesauce: Federal Child Nutrition Programs make it possible for Minnesota nonprofits to serve low-income kids. But while the lunch may be free, you pay for it in paperwork.

by Joey Peters August 18, 2022August 17, 2022

Cedric Alexander speaks during the Minneapolis City Council's Committee of the Whole on Aug. 2.

POLICING & JUSTICE

Cedric Alexander becomes Minneapolis’ first community safety commissioner.

by Jon Collins August 4, 2022August 4, 2022

Open arms staff and volunteers prepare meals at Open Arms of Minnesota's Minneapolis location.

CULTURE & COMMUNITY

Out: chicken soup. In: Mango, lychee, bok choy. A Twin Cities nonprofit wants new recipes to serve ailing clients who are Hmong, East African, and Latino.

by Noor Adwan August 1, 2022August 15, 2022

Introducing the Minneapolis Cultural Districts

CULTURE & COMMUNITY

Rights advocates say Minneapolis must issue city IDs to residents, unveil list of ‘pro-immigrant’ demands.

by Faiza Mahamud July 22, 2022July 22, 2022

POLICING & JUSTICE

Minneapolis police shot and killed Andrew Tekle Sundberg after a six-hour standoff. The shooting remains under investigation.

by Samantha HoangLong, Joey Peters and Becky Z. Dernbach July 14, 2022July 15, 2022

CULTURE & COMMUNITY

Minneapolis council member apologizes for blaming Somali youth for July 4 violence, but some aren’t buying it.

by Tim Harlow July 11, 2022July 11, 2022

DEMOCRACY & POLITICS

Minneapolis city employees accuse Mayor Jacob Frey of retaliation.

by Abe Asher July 7, 2022July 8, 2022

BUSINESS & WORK

More than just a game: Minneapolis company strives to make culturally accurate, online learning tools.

by Vicki Adame June 30, 2022June 30, 2022

CHANGING MINNESOTA

How many kinds of pho can you find in Minneapolis? Ask Ka Vang. She’ll promote the city’s diversity in her new role at Meet Minneapolis.

by Anna Nguyen May 9, 2022May 9, 2022

USER EXPERIENCE (UX) DESIGN SPECIALIST

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

The new Metro Orange line brings rapid transit to the diverse 35W corridor. More bus rapid transit lines are coming soon.

by Andrew Hazzard January 11, 2022January 13, 2022

There are plenty of new faces on the Minneapolis Park Board, but just one person of color.

by Andrew Hazzard November 10, 2021November 12, 2021

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Minneapolis City Council votes for a compromise on redeveloping the Roof Depot site. Neighborhood groups reject the offer.

by Andrew Hazzard October 8, 2021October 8, 2021

DEMOCRACY & POLITICS

Should the mayor of Minneapolis have more power? Here is everything you need to know about the strong-mayor amendment on the ballot this fall.

by Joey Peters September 13, 2021September 23, 2021

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Environmental justice advocates push for zero waste after new report highlights shortcomings in plastics recycling

by Andrew Hazzard August 12, 2021August 13, 2021

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

It’s been a hot, dry summer in the Twin Cities, but not all neighborhoods are hit equally

by Andrew Hazzard August 9, 2021August 9, 2021

POLICING & JUSTICE

Yes 4 Minneapolis coalition launches new phase of campaign to reform public safety

by Logan Carroll August 4, 2021October 8, 2021

BUSINESS & WORK

In efforts to rebuild south Minneapolis from unrest following the George Floyd murder, a push for more community control.

by Andrew Hazzard April 26, 2021April 27, 2021

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Urban farm or public works facility? One of Minnesota’s most diverse and polluted neighborhoods is fighting against the city for a greener future.

by Andrew Hazzard April 16, 2021August 18, 2021

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

Electric vehicles have a reputation for appealing to ‘fancy,’ ‘privileged’ drivers. A new program seeks to boost access in diverse neighborhoods.

by Andrew Hazzard February 22, 2021February 21, 2021

DEMOCRACY & POLITICS

‘Defund the police’ debate unfolds with no representation for Ward 6 residents on Minneapolis City Council

by Ibrahim Hirsi June 16, 2020June 16, 2020

DEMOCRACY & POLITICS

Community activist Haji Yussuf steps up to challenge Rep. Ilhan Omar for 5th District seat

by Joey Peters February 19, 2020November 6, 2020