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, […]
Eggs-traordinary Economic Times: From Price Hikes to Market Loops
This week’s edition covers stories from March 6th to March 12th, 2025.Today’s issue is 750 words, a 6-minute read. Happy Thursday friend, Isabella here. It’s almost the weekend, and somehow, we’re inching toward 70-degree weather. Last weekend, I spotted people lining up outside restaurants, bars, and clubs — clearly, we’re ready to defrost. Meanwhile, drivers are as chaotic as ever, because, of course, […]
Target Faces Backlash Over DEI Cuts as Minnesota Shovels Through Winter Storm Chaos
This week’s edition covers stories from February 27th to March 5th, 2025.Today’s issue is 768 words, an 8-minute read. Hey folks, Mateo here. I hope you’re staying safe and warm as we experience this week’s weather chaos. Southern Minnesota is digging out from one of the largest snowstorms of the season, leaving a trail of power outages and hazardous roads. While […]
Public Lands Under Siege: Federal Layoffs, Senate Shifts, and an NBA Letdown
This week’s edition covers stories from February 13th to February 19th, 2025.Today’s issue is 1112 words, a 8-minute read. Hey Isabella, Mateo here. I hope you’re all staying warm as we push through another brutal stretch of Minnesota winter. With temperatures barely climbing above zero, the cold isn’t the only thing hitting hard this week. The federal workforce is seeing deep cuts, […]
Kendrick’s Big Night, Immigration Policy Shifts, & Community Healing
This week’s edition covers stories from January 30th to February 5th, 2024.Today’s issue is 901 words, a 6-minute read. Hey friend, Mateo here. I hope you’re all staying healthy and sane as we navigate these expectedly challenging times. This week’s stories capture a blend of cultural milestones, political tensions, and community action. From Kendrick Lamar’s Grammy triumph and historic wins to the […]
White House Confusion, Immigration Battles, and Minnesota’s Food Scene
This week’s edition covers stories from January 23rd to January 29th, 2024.Today’s issue is 750 words, a 6-minute read. Good morning, mis queridos lectores, After returning from my recent trip to Latin America (where I may or may not have consumed my body weight in tacos), I’m now diving back into the chaos that is American politics. It’s like I’ve entered a time […]
Trump’s Power Plays, TikTok Questions, and MN Sports Updates: What You Missed This Week
This week’s edition covers stories from January 16th to January 22nd, 2024.Today’s issue is 1304 words, a 9-minute read. Hey folks, Mateo here. As we get deeper into January, this week’s stories capture a mix of pivotal moments and ongoing debates. From President Trump’s bold start to his second term, marked by sweeping executive orders and questions of oligarchic influence, to the fleeting […]
AI, Storytelling, & the Soul of Culture
This week’s edition covers stories from January 9th to January 15th 2025.Today’s issue is 1300 words, a 10-minute read. Good morning readers, Isabella here, following up after last week’s update. The icy weather rumors are true in Minnesota, but, fortunately, I’ve found myself in a place where I only need a light jacket to face the elements. As I explore the vibrant, colorful streets of […]