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More than a million people in Minnesota voted in the Aug. 11 primary, about 25% of eligible voters. About 35% of Minneapolis voters came out to the polls and the registered voter turn out was close to 42%. 

Work begins on Bridge 9

Bridge No. 9 was constructed in 1922 by the Northern Pacific Railroad to carry freight over the Mississippi. The City of Minneapolis acquired this bridge in 1986 and converted the bridge to a …

Visible changes and progress are taking shape at George Floyd Square. Crews have completed several major areas of work. This work is progressing ahead of schedule, with Phase I construction now …

Amid ongoing political debates about spending on low-income assistance programs, a new survey in Minnesota reveals bipartisan common ground in favor of the federal government providing more …

Meet three Somali film directors

The number of young Somali film directors participating in this year’s Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF) reflects the growth of the Somali film community in the Twin Cities. …

As a 21-year-old woman, I have never known a political landscape that wasn’t constantly changing. My Generation — Gen Z — has come of age amid political division, rapid technological …

The Minneapolis City Council has approved the plan for the renovation and expansion of the old Third precinct police station at 3000 Minnehaha despite concerns about access and parking from area …

RISE (Rallying In Solidarity for Equity) returns for its fourth year to bring resources and connection to unhoused neighbors in South Minneapolis. "We're proud to see this event return for a fourth …

With healthcare costs continuing to rank among Americans’ top concerns, a new survey conducted in Minnesota reveals common ground between Democrats and Republicans on proposals to reduce costs and …

While Democrats and Republicans in Congress recently came together to pass legislation addressing the cost of housing, a new survey in Minnesota shows that majorities of both Democrats and …

A new Program for Public Consultation (PPC) survey in Minnesota reveals common ground between Democrats and Republicans on proposals to regulate artificial intelligence.   Large majorities of …

Recent approvals, completed design work and upcoming construction will bring new public clay tennis courts and a permanent bike skills park to Minnehaha Parkway Regional Trail in 2027. Bike …

With hot summer weather creating stressful conditions for fish in lakes, rivers and streams across the state, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is sharing what people can do if they see a …

Messersmith needs a crowd

Longfellow resident Jeremy Messersmith sang the chorus of his new song “Boomers” to a crowd at the Union Depot for the Train Days Music Fest. “Just relax, sip your wine, stay alive, and wait …

Street Voices of Change (SVoC) reflects the voices of lived experience. The organization started in 2016 when some folks in Minneapolis came together to talk about conditions in the shelters for …

The City is moving ahead with a plan that supporters of the Hook and Ladder Theater and Events Center say will likely damage the building and hurt ongoing operations. As part of its move to …

Over 100 people gathered in the Sanford School auditorium on July 8, 2026 to learn more about Minneapolis Public School (MPS) plans for building a new Anishinabe Academy school on the Cooper School …

City briefs - Aug 2026

3000 Minnehaha Ave affect on the Hook Kristine Smith, on behalf of FG & C LLC, has formally appealed the City Planning Commission’s approval of a conditional use permit and site plan for the …

“It’s like a small whale.” This is how Caroline Hallstrom describes the volume of 25 cubic yards of soil she needed to find a place for in June after hustling to get it donated from the …

Nokomis Days 2026

Find the 2026 Nokomis Days schedule and special promotions from local businesses, with information from elected leaders, in this special section.

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