This Week in NewPrensa: Holiday Headlines
This week’s edition covers stories from December 18th to December 24th, 2025.Today’s issue is 492 words, a 4-minute read Hey folks, Mateo here. Happy Holidays! As we gather with loved ones, we know this week has been difficult for many in our community. While we celebrate, we’re also holding space for those facing uncertainty and fear. Here’s a quick look at […]
Minneapolis Confronts ICE Operations as Ad World Faces Major Consolidation
This week’s edition covers stories from December 11th to December 17th, 2025.Today’s issue is 739 words, a 6-minute read ICE Operations Spark Street Confrontations The scene: Federal immigration raids in Minneapolis have turned chaotic, with protesters clashing with ICE agents across the metro. What went down: Monday: ICE agents called for backup during a traffic stop near Karmel Mall, claiming 60-70 “agitators” were “fighting them.” […]
Minneapolis Under Zero: Immigration Raids, Robotaxis, and Corruption This Week
This week’s edition covers stories from November 27th to December 3rd, 2025.Today’s issue is 630 words, a 5-minute read Hey folks, Isabella writing you from the frozen tundra. It’s a crisp -5°F out there (yes, actual negative degrees), and honestly? The cold hits different when you’re scrolling through today’s news. While we’re all hibernating indoors with our third cup of coffee, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Minneapolis Mayoral Race Heats Up, the Aquatennial Returns, and the End of an Era at Midway Cub
This week’s edition covers stories from July 17th to July 23rd, 2025.Today’s issue is 765 words, a 6-minute read Hey folks, Mateo here. This week brings a mix of change and celebration across Minneapolis and St. Paul. From the contested mayoral endorsement shaking up city leadership to the return of the beloved Aquatennial festival, there’s energy and excitement in the air. […]
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, […]
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 […]
Leaked Secrets, Recession Chic, and Downtown Despair: Surviving 2025 🤦♀️
This week’s edition covers stories from March 20th to March 26th, 2025.Today’s issue is 820 words, a 6-minute read. Hey folks, Isabella here. In a world where top-secret military documents are somehow going viral on social media, it’s no wonder that America’s latest fashion trend is giving off major “just trying to survive” vibes. The recent war leaks, exposing sensitive details […]
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, […]