This Week in NewPrensa: War Hits Home, Cub Closes, Wolves Change Hands
This week’s edition covers stories from June 19th to June 25th, 2025.Today’s issue is 1175 words, a 10-minute read Hey folks, Mateo here. I am back from a two-week adventure out of the country and ready to deliver the latest updates from the past week. Since I have been back, the weather has been strange, to say the least. On Sunday it […]
Juneteenth Joy, Political Grief 🖤💐⚖️
This week’s edition covers stories from June 12th to June 18th, 2025.Today’s issue is 880 words, a 7-minute read Hey folks, Isabella here. From James Beard wins to sudden closures, the Twin Cities dining scene is giving major The Bear energy: chaotic, brilliant, and heartbreakingly real. While Minneapolis’ Bûcheron just snagged Best New Restaurant of 2025 (go off!), local favorites like Young Joni […]
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 […]
Hockey History, Healing, and High-Flying Art 🖼️
This week’s edition covers stories from May 22nd to May 28th, 2025.Today’s issue is 746 words, a 6-minute read. Hey folks, Mateo here. It’s been a week of reflection, resilience, and pride across the Twin Cities. Minneapolis marked five years since the murder of George Floyd with a moving community gathering at George Floyd Square. Just across the river, St. Paul […]
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 […]
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, […]
López Franzen’s Senate Bid, NCAA Action, and DEI Under Attack
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. 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, […]