It’s Officially Our Favorite Month of the Year

This week’s edition covers stories from May 25th to May31st, 2023. Today’s issue is 787 words, a 6.1–minute read. In today’s edition, Isabella and Helene talk PRIDE month, Minnesota legalizes and decriminalizes Marijuana, and the Making Vinyl Conference.  Buongiorno tutti, I don’t know about you but it sure does feel good to (almost) be in Summer. It’s hot, it’s sunny, and all […]

Crisis, Strike, Art, Justice.

This week’s edition covers stories from May 11th to May 17th, 2023. Today’s issue is 1200 words, a 9.2–minute read. In today’s edition: Isabella and Helene talk Sudan’s crisis, WGA strike, Art-A-Whirl, Justice for George two-day event  Bon giorno fellow readers,  It’s May and full of bouquets! Last weekend I celebrated my graduation from the University of Minnesota, while we also celebrated […]

Northeast Minneapolis’ Golden Kernel: Oro

by Isabella Silva-Biotti Tantalizing bites took place at Nixta’s Oro, the ultimate counter service masa kitchen. From the countertops to the staffs’ black and gold aprons, the Mexican golden cuisine follows you everywhere you go.  The room carries a light and easygoing energy as the restaurant plays with a variety of yellow and brown tones […]

Should We Reconsider Our Immigration Policies?

This week’s edition covers stories from April 27th to May 3rd, 2023. Today’s issue is 1,076 words, a 8.3–minute read. In today’s edition Isabella and Helene talk migration crises and the Biden administration, Nixta’s Oro, and MN House passing Paid Family Medical Leave bill! Happy May, readers!  Spring is starting to come in a little stronger, raising the temperature outside and giving […]

Engaging BIPOC Communities in Critical Conversations

This week’s edition covers stories from April 13th to April 19th, 2023. Today’s issue is 840 words, a 6.5–minute read. Isabella and Helene talk reaching BIPOC communities for bigger conversations through engagement andthe future of Minneapolis’ 3rd Precinct Good morning from NewPrensa!  Isabella speaking. The month of April has proven that “Sometimes It Snows in April”, as Prince once sang. Interesting things are happening […]

What Should We Do About Gun Violence?

This week’s edition covers stories from March 23rd to March 29th, 2023. Today’s issue is 1000 words, a 7.7–minute read. In today’s edition: Isabella and Helene talk Transgender Rights and Gun Violence, Diversity And AI Generated Models, and East Phillips Urban Garden and Roof Depot Something new I learned this week: the ten stages of genocide. Thanks to a video on TikTok, – […]

What does it mean to be a Latinx woman leader in Minnesota?

This week’s edition covers stories from March 9th to March 15th, 2023. Today’s issue is 1000 words, a 7.7–minute read. In today’s edition: Isabella and Helene talk a reflection on LatinoLEAD’s LatinActivista Event, the 95th Oscars ceremony, and Honor the Earth at 30: Reflections on the Movement at Macalester College. Good morning NewPrensa readers,  Isabella here. It’s officially pothole season! If you drive […]

Twin Cities Creative Spaces To Visit

This week’s edition covers stories from February 9th to February 15th, 2023. Today’s issue is 750 words, a 5.8–minute read. In today’s edition, Isabella and Helene talk Black led art spaces to visit, Aldi’s closing in north Minneapolis, Birchbark Books, and Pollen Midwest. Continue reading to find out more. There’s a couple spaces I would like to highlight this week:  Many of […]

Minneapolis’s “Step Up” Turns 20

This week’s edition covers stories from December 29th to January 4th, 2023. Today’s issue is 812 words, a 6.2–minute read. Helene and Nyabang talk about Minneapolis’s Step Up program celebrating its 20th year, Drivers Licenses for All 2023, and Pele’s death. Helene here! With Isabella away this week, I’m excited to introduce you all to Nyabang, NewPublica’s Community Engagement […]