MN State Patrol Enforcement Calendar

 Between road construction, people with road rage, distracted drivers, weather conditions, deer, and many other unplanned events, drivers and passengers on Minnesota's road ways deal with a lot. The Minnesota State Patrol and other...

The Minnesota fight against female genital mutilation

By now you've probably heard about the two 7-year-old girls who were taken by their parents to Michigan for "surgery" and instead had their clitoral skin removed by Dr. Jumana Nagarwala (allegedly). The response from the...
Trump Maternity Leave Policy: An Unfinished Puzzle

Trump Maternity Leave Policy: An Unfinished Puzzle

Welcoming a child into the world is an already stressful situation for most people; before that little bundle of joy can be welcomed into your life there are many questions that must be answered, precautions...
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Local eats at… the airport?

I was just coming home from a vacation last weekend and happened to notice the wide variety of restaurants during my walk from the gate to the baggage claim. And not only just a variety of...

Great meals you can make on a budget, vol. 1

Super quick and easy, and under $5 per serving Inspired by a delicious meal at Minneapolis’ own Brasa Premium Rotisserie, this meal on a budget is quick and easy to make, and quite tasty as...

The Food Lover’s Guide to Little Mekong

Little Mekong, the neighborhood surrounding Western and University Avenue, is eclectic and diverse (much like the people who call it home). The name comes from the collection of countries that border Mekong River in Southeast...

Dream Home on the Market

Dream Home on the Market: May 2017 Here’s your opportunity to call the historic Donaldson Mansion home. This 1906 home is truly a dream home. With beautiful craftsmanship and details, each room is its own work...
Top 10 Parks in (and around) the Twin Cities

Top 10 Parks in (and around) the Twin Cities

We don't have long to get out and enjoy the beautiful bounty nature has to offer during the summer months in Minnesota. The more important piece, however, is that we do have such a...
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Federal Funding for Minneapolis’ Southwest Light Rail Line Looks Optimistic

It was in late March of this year that a letter was sent to Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, signed by 84 Minnesota republican legislators, requesting that $900 million in funding for the Southwest light rail...

Weekly business roundup, 5/11 – 5/17

Weekly Business Roundup, 5/11 - 5/17 Minneapolis Arctic Cat closing North Loop headquarters (read our coverage here). Laramar, which "specializes in managing and acquiring multifamily properties nationwide" is spending $53 million on two apartment buildings in Loring Park. James...