Cultural evolution: Somali Museum Dance Troupe redefines tradition in Minnesota
Somali Museum Dance Troupe members preserve and adapt traditional dances, sharing Somali culture with audiences in Minnesota and across the United States.
Minneapolis Gets Surprising Spot on 2025 Dangerous Cities List
Minneapolis, Minnesota is such a cool city! Unfortunately, the crime in the area isn't good, and there are many people who are afraid to visit because of that. It's understandable! I do have to say, though, that there are plenty of places in Minneapolis that are safe. Just use common sense, and don't end up in the...
Minneapolis residents displaced following apartment fire, 1 taken to the hospital
Multiple Minneapolis residents were displaced on Saturday morning following an apartment fire that sent one person to the hospital.
Maple Grove’s Elm Creek Swim Pond To Close Aug. 17
One of the most popular spots in the northwest metro for families to visit in the summer will close about two weeks earlier than normal. The Three Rivers Park District is in the middle of a big construction project at Elm Creek Park. Starting Aug. 18, crews will repave the park’s roads, the parking lots and build two...
Eden Prairie unveils winner of contest to name the city’s new THC edible
Yes. Eden Prairie held a contest to name a THC gummy.
In Conversation with Former MPD Chief Medaria Arradondo
Medaria Arradondo’s new book, Chief Rondo: Securing Justice for the Murder of George Floyd, is his personal reflection on his complex and tumultuous final years as the Minneapolis Police Department’s police chief. Born in Minneapolis, and still known simply as “Rondo” in the Northside neighborhood where he grew up,...
Uptown roller rink will close in October
Twin Cities Skaters has announced that its TCS Studio Uptown will close on Oct. 5. "We were invited to this location in Uptown for a good time, not a long one," the group wrote on social media. "Redevelopment plans have been approved and groundbreaking will begin this fall for demolition and construction."
Sheletta Brundidge Celebrates Black Business Month By Showcasing Minnesota’s Black Entrepreneurs
This initiative is in celebration of Black Business Month. Comedian, radio host, and activist Sheletta Brundidge has worked her magic to get a local supermarket in Minnesota to celebrate Black Business Month by allowing local Black entrepreneurs to showcase their products in their store. Brundidge connected with...
This Minnesota Cocktail Bar Hidden in a Gas Station Is Blowing People’s Minds
I love discovering little hidden gems, especially if they're literally hidden. There's a cocktail bar in Minnesota (in a Twin Cities suburb, to be specific) that is hidden in a super unexpected spot, and now I really want to go check it out myself. Speakeasy Bar Hidden in a Minnesota...
Minneapolis man’s social media video highlights concern over apartment security
A Minneapolis man's Tik Tok video has over 140k views after he posted about a security firm backing out due to crime, after his apartment complex hired them.
