Para Mi Abuelo: A Man Who Held Us Together
Priscilla Garza For someone who’s never had a strong relationship with their father, I’m incredibly grateful for the people in my life who have supported me emotionally, especially my amazing mom, my hermano… and my grandfather. I want to take this moment to honor him, my beautiful, ambitious abuelo. A man who works hard, who […]
From Havana to Healing: Iliana Perez
Julieta Peralta Born in Havana, Cuba, Iliana Perez grew up surrounded by the natural beauty of fields, farmlands, and ocean waves. From an early age, she was known for her fearless curiosity. She climbed trees for mangos, swam past the shallow shore until the water turned navy blue, and embraced the rhythms of Cuba’s vibrant […]
The Flowers That Raised Me
Sophia Luna Guzmán Every flower in this arrangement is tied to someone I love. Each one represents a member of my family, their essence, energy, and presence in my life. First, the white roses stand for my oldest sister, Kat. She’s been there for me since I was a baby, through every phase, every hard […]
En Mis Ojos
Keily Manual Nanduca Ojos cansados, cuerpo agotado, cicatrices llenas de dolor… y dedicación. Un hombre que trabaja día tras día, sol a sol. Aunque su cuerpo está cansado, sigue luchando para sacar a su familia adelante. Ese hombre es mi padre. Mi papá, Juan Diego, es el mayor de dos hermanos. Emigró a los Estados […]
Rooted in Rhythm: A Friendship Across Cultures
Julia Buarque and Lupita We are two girls from different corners of the world—one Brazilian, the other Mexican. Though we come from different cultures, we’ve found endless ways to connect. Through our friendship, we’ve bonded over shared experiences, celebrated our differences, and discovered beautiful similarities. Julia lives and breathes Brazilian culture. As a child, she […]
Muñeca
Yarelis N. Naranjo Mucha gente diría que un animal es solo un animal. Algunas personas los cuidarán, otras simplemente los tratarán mal. Pero yo tenía un animal que no era solo un animal. Era una amiga, una hermana pequeña. Fue en marzo de 2011, hace ya 15 años, cuando mi papá trajo a casa a […]
Smoke, Sweat, and a Shot at the Western Conference Finals 🐺
This week’s edition covers stories from May 8th to May 14th, 2025.Today’s issue is 714 words, a 7-minute read. Hey folks, Mateo here. Massive wildfires in northeastern Minnesota have burned through tens of thousands of acres, destroyed homes, and pushed communities to the brink. With containment still at zero, crews are relying on community support and the promise of rain to […]
Hot Weather, Haute Couture, Honor Teachers, Hype AAPI Month 🎊
This week’s edition covers stories from May 1st to May 7th, 2025.Today’s issue is 1000 words, a 9-minute read. Hey folks, Isabella here. Minnesota said “hot girl summer” and actually meant weather. With temps flirting in the 70s and 80s all week, we’re finally shedding our layers and seasonal depression in one go. But it’s not just the sun turning up, the […]
Sanctuary Cities, Senate Changes, and Playoff Pressure 🔥
This week’s edition covers stories from April 24th to April 30th, 2025.Today’s issue is 772 words, a 7-minute read. Hey folks, Mateo here. This week is packed with political shake-ups, high-stakes election updates, and major cultural moments. Former state Sen. Melisa López Franzen has entered the race for Minnesota’s open U.S. Senate seat, setting up a competitive DFL endorsement battle. Meanwhile, […]
A Week of Power Moves, Poetic Exits, and Political Tension
This week’s edition covers stories from April 17th to April 23rd, 2025.Today’s issue is 900 words, a 7-minute read. Hey folks, Isabella here. It’s been quite a week, and I’m excited to dive into some of the stories making waves. Pope Francis, in his final days, left us with a powerful message of compassion and leadership, especially during his brief encounter […]