Minneapolis Mayoral Race Heats Up, the Aquatennial Returns, and the End of an Era at Midway Cub
This week’s edition covers stories from July 17th to July 23rd, 2025.Today’s issue is 765 words, a 6-minute read Hey folks, Mateo here. This week brings a mix of change and celebration across Minneapolis and St. Paul. From the contested mayoral endorsement shaking up city leadership to the return of the beloved Aquatennial festival, there’s energy and excitement in the air. […]
Minneapolis Weekly Roundup: Justice, Culture, and Community Events
This week’s edition covers stories from July 10th to July 16th, 2025.Today’s issue is 950 words, a 8-minute read Hey folks, Isabella here. I have just returned from Geneva, Switzerland, where I had the honor of representing the Minneapolis Hub and meeting with curators from Global Shapers Community hubs around the world. ICYMI: Global Shapers is a network of young changemakers driving dialogue, […]
Summer Heats Up: Crowds, Courts, and Cuts
This week’s edition covers stories from July 3rd to July 9th, 2025.Today’s issue is 910 words, a 8-minute read Hey folks, Mateo here. Downtown Minneapolis came alive over the holiday weekend. With packed sidewalks and booming speakers, the Taste of Minnesota brought a much-needed jolt of energy to the city. Tens of thousands turned out for food, music, and a free […]
🏳️🌈🎆From Pride to Potluck: Your Downtown Glow-Up Guide
This week’s edition covers stories from June 26th to July 2nd, 2025.Today’s issue is 585 words, a 3-minute read Hey besties, Isabella here. Hope your week hasn’t been giving “Voldemort at a TikTok dance-off” energy, because let me tell you, mine almost did. Between scrolling past theories on whether that 28 Years Later sequel will actually give us the closure we […]
This Week in NewPrensa: War Hits Home, Cub Closes, Wolves Change Hands
This week’s edition covers stories from June 19th to June 25th, 2025.Today’s issue is 1175 words, a 10-minute read Hey folks, Mateo here. I am back from a two-week adventure out of the country and ready to deliver the latest updates from the past week. Since I have been back, the weather has been strange, to say the least. On Sunday it […]
Juneteenth Joy, Political Grief 🖤💐⚖️
This week’s edition covers stories from June 12th to June 18th, 2025.Today’s issue is 880 words, a 7-minute read Hey folks, Isabella here. From James Beard wins to sudden closures, the Twin Cities dining scene is giving major The Bear energy: chaotic, brilliant, and heartbreakingly real. While Minneapolis’ Bûcheron just snagged Best New Restaurant of 2025 (go off!), local favorites like Young Joni […]
Meanwhile, in Minneapolis: 💅🚎🪵📝🔥
This week’s edition covers stories from June 5th to June 11th, 2025.Today’s issue is 700 words, a 6-minute read Hey folks, Isabella here. Only in Minneapolis can you go from watching nine people dressed as No. 2 pencils dancing to Prince to catching a new rapid bus down Lake Street, all in the same week. ICYMI: the Fourth Annual Giant Pencil […]
Latino Changemakers in Minnesota Named 2025 Bush Fellows
The Bush Foundation has announced its 2025 class of Bush Fellows, 29 visionary leaders working to reimagine systems and ignite meaningful change across the Upper Midwest. Among them are three Latino trailblazers from Minnesota whose work reflects the strength, resilience, and transformative power of their communities: Elvis Rivera, Amáda Márquez Simula, and Ma Elena Gutierrez. […]
Minneapolis Reacts: Federal Raid Sparks Protest and Questions
This week’s edition covers stories from May 29th to June 4th, 2025.Today’s issue is 705 words, a 6-minute read Hey folks, Mateo here. In this week’s edition of NewPrensa, we’re diving into the stories making waves across Minneapolis, from the chaotic federal operation that drew protests in South Minneapolis, to the powerful student voices behind Culturica 2, and the Lynx’s red-hot […]
Hockey History, Healing, and High-Flying Art 🖼️
This week’s edition covers stories from May 22nd to May 28th, 2025.Today’s issue is 746 words, a 6-minute read. Hey folks, Mateo here. It’s been a week of reflection, resilience, and pride across the Twin Cities. Minneapolis marked five years since the murder of George Floyd with a moving community gathering at George Floyd Square. Just across the river, St. Paul […]