Spring’s Here! But So Are Big Changes in Politics & Media
This week’s edition covers stories from February 20th to February 26th, 2025. Today’s issue is 718 words, a 6-minute read. Hey friend, Isabella writing to you on this Minnesota warm week. As we soak in this faux-spring warmth, our team is busy sprucing up our expanded office with plants and personality. If you weren’t at the Justin Timberlake concert revisiting songs you […]
Public Lands Under Siege: Federal Layoffs, Senate Shifts, and an NBA Letdown
This week’s edition covers stories from February 13th to February 19th, 2025.Today’s issue is 1112 words, a 8-minute read. Hey Isabella, Mateo here. I hope you’re all staying warm as we push through another brutal stretch of Minnesota winter. With temperatures barely climbing above zero, the cold isn’t the only thing hitting hard this week. The federal workforce is seeing deep cuts, […]
Kendrick Lamar’s Powerful Halftime, Lake Street Struggles, Workforce Cuts
This week’s edition covers stories from February 6th to February 13th, 2025.Today’s issue is 1000 words, a 7-minute read. Good morning friend, Isabella here. Forget chocolates and roses, the real romance this weekend was the Luminary Loppet! I braved the cold for a magical night of glowing ice sculptures, flickering candlelit paths, and bundled-up Minnesotans. It was freezing, but totally worth it, […]
Kendrick’s Big Night, Immigration Policy Shifts, & Community Healing
This week’s edition covers stories from January 30th to February 5th, 2024.Today’s issue is 901 words, a 6-minute read. Hey friend, Mateo here. I hope you’re all staying healthy and sane as we navigate these expectedly challenging times. This week’s stories capture a blend of cultural milestones, political tensions, and community action. From Kendrick Lamar’s Grammy triumph and historic wins to the […]
Salud, Paz & Comunidad: A Celebration of Connection and Healing at CLUES
Last Thursday, January 30th, CLUES St. Paul hosted the Salud, Paz & Comunidad reception, a heartwarming event designed to inspire connection, healing, and reflection as we move further into 2025. The interactive art exhibit, created by queer, trans, non-binary Puerto Rican artist Cándida González, invites visitors into a space of creativity and intentionality. With two […]
White House Confusion, Immigration Battles, and Minnesota’s Food Scene
This week’s edition covers stories from January 23rd to January 29th, 2024.Today’s issue is 750 words, a 6-minute read. Good morning, mis queridos lectores, After returning from my recent trip to Latin America (where I may or may not have consumed my body weight in tacos), I’m now diving back into the chaos that is American politics. It’s like I’ve entered a time […]
Trump’s Power Plays, TikTok Questions, and MN Sports Updates: What You Missed This Week
This week’s edition covers stories from January 16th to January 22nd, 2024.Today’s issue is 1304 words, a 9-minute read. Hey folks, Mateo here. As we get deeper into January, this week’s stories capture a mix of pivotal moments and ongoing debates. From President Trump’s bold start to his second term, marked by sweeping executive orders and questions of oligarchic influence, to the fleeting […]
AI, Storytelling, & the Soul of Culture
This week’s edition covers stories from January 9th to January 15th 2025.Today’s issue is 1300 words, a 10-minute read. Good morning readers, Isabella here, following up after last week’s update. The icy weather rumors are true in Minnesota, but, fortunately, I’ve found myself in a place where I only need a light jacket to face the elements. As I explore the vibrant, colorful streets of […]
What to expect from the 2025 legislative session amid a contentious start
The 2025 Minnesota legislative session begins at noon on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025. There is already contention mounting in the House chambers, as House Democrats are threatening to boycott without a power-sharing agreement with Republicans. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Senate chamber is tied 33-33 following the death of DFL Sen. Kari Dziedic. A special election to […]
This Week in News: Wildfires, Greenland, MPD, and Burning Encampments
This week’s edition covers stories from January 2nd to January 8th 2025.Today’s issue is 650 words, a 5-minute read. Happy New Year, everyone! Isabella here. I hope the holiday season brought you joy and that 2024 is off to a fantastic start. Here in Minnesota, we’re embracing the chill and the winter wonderland that has descended upon us. I recently tried skiing for the first […]