Voices Rising: Protest, Policy, and Perseverance in Minnesota
This week’s edition covers stories from October 16th to October 22nd, 2025.Today’s issue is 589 words, a 5-minute read Hey folks, Mateo here. This fall, Minnesotans have been making their voices heard, from the streets of Minneapolis to the halls of the Capitol. This week’s edition looks at the massive No Kings rallies that drew thousands statewide in defense of democracy, a bold […]
Season of Change: Leadership, Celebration, and Conservation Across Minnesota
This week’s edition covers stories from October 9th to October 15th, 2025.Today’s issue is 770 words, a 6-minute read Hey folks, Mateo here. You’ve probably noticed the chill settling in, funny how 50 degrees in October feels so much colder than 50 in April. As the seasons turn, Minneapolis marks new beginnings: Fire Chief Bryan Tyner retires after three decades of […]
This Week in NewPrensa: Defunding, Deadline Deals, & Design at the Institute
This week’s edition covers stories from July 31st to August 6th, 2025.Today’s issue is 884 words, a 9-minute read Hey folks, Mateo here. This week, we’re looking at what’s being built, what’s being lost, and what’s being left behind. A new exhibition by artist Salad Hilowle is open at the American Swedish Institute, blending history, identity, and design. In St. Paul, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Umbrellas Out ☔️ , Consent In 🖊️ , Drag Queens Need Sponsors 💰
This week’s edition covers stories from May 15th to May 21st, 2025.Today’s issue is 798 words, a 7-minute read. Hey folks, Isabella here. If you survived Rain-a-Whirl this past weekend without your umbrella flipping inside out or your thrifted jean jacket soaking through, congrats, you’re officially weatherproof. Just in time for Memorial Day weekend, MnDOT wants you to know: the orange […]
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 […]