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The fare changes result from Metro Transit preparing for its first systemwide update of fare collection equipment.
Metro Transit fare changes coming in January
by Katrina Bailey
Published December 22, 2024

The Metropolitan Council approved several changes to simplify and lower public transportation fares, slated to start Jan. 1, 2025. Approved...

Minneapolis synagogue targeted with swastika graffiti
by Katrina Bailey
Published December 20, 2024

Two swastikas were spray-painted outside the entrance of the Minneapolis Temple Israel synagogue on Monday. The symbols were found on a...

The impact of Minnesota’s Scandinavian Heritage on its contemporary culture.
How Minnesota keeps its Scandinavian heritage alive
by Samantha Siedow
Published December 16, 2024

When Swedish, Norwegian and Danish immigrants first set foot in Minnesota, they came for the promise of land and opportunity, but they remained...

Mayoral candidates criticise Frey over budget veto
by Ainsley Brown
Published December 15, 2024

The 2025 Minneapolis mayoral candidates attacked incumbent Mayor Jacob Frey’s decision to veto the 2025 budget passed by the council Tuesday. Frey...

Short sadi she knew she wanted to run for mayor for three years. Courtesy of Brenda Short.
Q&A with 2025 Minneapolis mayoral candidate Brenda Short
by Katrina Bailey
Published December 15, 2024

Former City Council candidate for Ward 9 Brenda Short announced Tuesday her run for Minneapolis mayor. Coming from a small town in Iowa...

Minnesota has an even split in the House and a DFL majority ofby one seat in the Senate for the upcoming legislative session.
DFL, Republican leaders promise bipartisanship ahead of legislative session
by Ainsley Brown
Published December 11, 2024

As the Republican and DFL parties prepare for a split in the Minnesota Legislature, party leaders said at a joint panel they will prioritize...

The University’s budget requests cover the four University campuses’ infrastructure and services like mental health counseling.
University details state legislature budget request for the 2025 session
by Alexandra DeYoe
Published December 4, 2024

With the upcoming state legislature session looming, University of Minnesota officials are preparing their budget requests in hopes that more...

The MPRB has not released a timeline as to when the phone lines will be back up.
Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board phone lines down after cyberattack
by Katrina Bailey
Published December 15, 2024

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s (MPRB) phone lines continue to be down after its technology systems were attacked nearly three...

Starting in fall 2025, Radius Hall will no longer be a University housing option.
Radius Hall no longer student housing as University ends lease
by Maya Bell
Published December 15, 2024

Radius Hall will no longer be student housing as University of Minnesota officials announced they ended their lease with the company overseeing...

The tradition returns to Nicollet Mall after being canceled in 2023 due to lack of funding. Courtesy of Dusty Hoskovec.
Holidazzle festival returns to Downtown
by Alexandra DeYoe
Published December 15, 2024

Holidazzle returns to Minneapolis at Nicollet Mall between Dec. 18 and 22 with live entertainment, free roller skating, visits from Santa, a...

Frey was the first mayor in Minneapolis history to veto an entire city budget.
City Council overrides 2025 budget veto
by Grace Aigner
Published December 14, 2024

Minneapolis City Council overturned Mayor Jacob Frey’s veto of the 2025 budget plan in a 9-4 vote on Thursday.Frey vetoed the around $1.9...

Egg on a Roll's sign in its North Loop location.
New breakfast place to open in Dinkytown
by Katrina Bailey
Published December 14, 2024

Egg on a Roll, a breakfast sandwich restaurant open for breakfast and lunch, will be opening in Dinkytown near Mesa Pizza in January. Starting...

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