The Immigrant Defense Network (IDN), a project of COPAL, is launching a statewide, nonpartisan Democracy Protection Initiative to carry the community infrastructure built during the immigration …

he Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is hosting an open house on Sept. 3 near the boat launch from 5:30-7 p.m. to update the community on the second phase of planned shoreline and habitat …

It’s not common to see graffiti in art galleries but Joe Ellis has found a way to make that his job. Ellis, who runs Joe Ellis Art, works with graffiti writers from Minneapolis who have developed …

Downtown Longfellow has a new program running this summer aimed at making it cleaner and safer for everyone. It includes paid ambassadors, a marketing program and activities to support local …

Hiawatha Golf Course The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board host an Open House on Thursday, Aug. 27 at the Lake Nokomis Community Center to share a final design of the new Hiawatha Links golf …

Each year, the community comes together at Nokomis Days, held the first weekend of August with sidewalk sales, vendor markets, car show, free music, special food and drink items and more. The event …

For only the second time in Red Cross’s history, the organization has declared a national blood supply crisis due to an emergency shortage of blood. Blood donations have dropped to their lowest …

Last fall, Eric Berger stood before the Minneapolis City Council for the first time. He wasn’t a professional advocate. He was a resident worried about rising utility bills, poorly insulated homes, …

We’ve had a lot of hot, sticky weather lately, and it’s probably affecting your plants! When the air stays warm and humid for days at a time, you might start noticing a white, powdery coating on …

"Every stroke, every step and every mile is a testament to your courage," said YWCA Minneapolis President and CEO Shelley Carthen Watson at the start of the 17th YWCA Triathlon on Sunday, Aug. 9, …

Before a new house is completed today in the Twin Cities, the utilities (sewer, water, natural gas, electricity, etc.) are already in place. The owners take it for granted that their new home will …

Minneapolis Police arrested 11 people following a confrontation between opposing groups at a planned demonstration outside Minneapolis City Hall on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026. MPD had been aware of the …

Hwy 280 will reopen in both directions Friday morning, Aug. 21.  Westbound I-94 ramp to northbound Hwy 280 now one lane Crews have reconfigured the ramp from westbound I-94 to northbound Hwy 280 …

Today, the Office of the Attorney General and Citizens Utility Board of Minnesota (CUB) independently filed petitions requesting the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) reconsider a recent …

The Longfellow Nokomis Messenger and Midway Como Frogtown Monitor announce that Jinna Johnson won the two-pack of tickets to Ed Sheeran's concert on Aug. 15, 2026. The ticket giveaway was offered to …

Hop on your bike and explore some of Greater Longfellow's favorite local businesses on Saturday, Aug. 22 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Join us for a relaxed, guided bike tour through the …

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is seeking public comment on a proposal from Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) to replace a wastewater lift station intended to …

At the Aug.19 Board meeting, Superintendent Al Bangoura presented his recommended 2027 and 2028 Budget for the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB).  “At the heart of this budget is a …

On Aug. 13, 2026, Minneaplis Mayor Frey released his recommended budget for 2027-28. He has recommended a property tax increase of 2.5% for the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB). The MPRB …

The City of Minneapolis and its police department are once again facing criticism about contract negotiations with the police union, and a lack of progress on its settlement agreement with the …