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 […]
Wrongful Deportation, Delayed Reforms, and the Fight for Accountability ⚖️
This week’s edition covers stories from April 10th to April 16th, 2025.Today’s issue is 858 words, a 7-minute read. Hey folks, Mateo here. Spring may finally be settling in, but this week’s headlines remain as turbulent as ever. In a stunning defiance of judicial authority, ICE deported Kilmar Abrego Garcia despite a Supreme Court order to halt his removal. A University […]
Minneapolis Minute: E-Bikes 🚲 , Sunbeams, and Broke Dreams 💳
This week’s edition covers stories from April 3rd to April 9th, 2025.Today’s issue is 800 words, a 6.5-minute read. Hey folks, Isabella here. Dust off those e-bikes and scooters! They’re back, and ready to whiz us into (almost) patio season. Yes, those glorious 70-degree sunbeams are peeking through, melting away the winter blues like a discount sundae. Now, let’s talk […]
Spring Surprises: Booker’s Record, Wisconsin’s Victory, and National Protests Heating Up 🔥
This week’s edition covers stories from March 13th to March 19th, 2025.Today’s issue is 884 words, a 9-minute read Hey folks, Mateo here. As usual, Minnesota’s spring season has been all over the place, with sun, rain, and snow all in the last week. And just like the weather, the week’s news is anything but predictable. Senator Cory Booker made history […]