Deals, Donuts, & Diplomacy
This week’s edition covers stories from November 6th to November 12th, 2025.Today’s issue is 628 words, a 5-minute read Hey folks, Mateo here. The northern lights have danced across Minnesota skies this week, painting the city with color and a rare sense of calm before winter truly sets in. But while the aurora brought wonder overhead, there’s been plenty happening on […]
📰 CULTURE, CHAOS & CLICKS
This week’s edition covers stories from October 2nd to October 8th, 2025.Today’s issue is 850 words, a 7.5-minute read Hey folks, Isabella here. Pop culture and chaos are colliding this week. Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl” has fans debating whether she’s redefining performance art or just living her Vegas-show fantasy. Meanwhile, headlines out of L.A.’s Palisades bring a reality […]
Minnesota in the Headlines: Shutdown Impacts, Sanctuary Fight Heats Up, & Bad Bunny’s Big Moment
This week’s edition covers stories from September 25th to October 1st, 2025.Today’s issue is 927 words, a 8-minute read Hey folks, Mateo here. For you heavy-footed drivers, it’s time to ease off the gas: Minneapolis’ new traffic camera pilot program is officially in effect, bringing warnings and fines to curb speeding and improve safety on city streets. Meanwhile, the federal shutdown […]
Target Troubles, TikTok Battles & Fair Fun Ahead 🎡
This week’s edition covers stories from August 14th to August 20th, 2025.Today’s issue is 664 words, a 5-minute read Hey folks, Isabella here. This week we’re talking about shakeups, showdowns, and steep price tags. Target is bracing for a leadership change after years of turbulence, with questions about whether new leadership can rebuild trust. At the Capitol, Attorney General Keith Ellison […]
This Week in Twin Cities: The Wi-Fi’s Down, the Streets Are Up, and the World Needs Us
This week’s edition covers stories from July 24th to July 30th, 2025.Today’s issue is 690 words, a 5-minute read Hey folks, Isabella here. If 2025 had a slogan, it’d be: “Wait, what now?” St. Paul just hit Ctrl+Alt+Delete on city services after a major cyberattack. Meanwhile, Minneapolis is throwing a block party. Open Streets Central Avenue is back this Saturday with […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]