Taste of MN, Fireworks in Both Cities, Hot-Dog Chaos at Meteor: This Week’s Best Events
Plus Scream It Off Screen isn't sold out... yet.
RacketCast, Ep. 55: Investigating Crimes + City Pages Times Feat. ProPublica Reporters Jessica Lussenhop & Andy Mannix
One interview, two very different topics.
How Heritage Park Became a Squalid, Failed Experiment in Minneapolis Public Housing
Plus classroom smartphone bans, Craig vs. Flanagan endorsements, and endless MN sports shame in today's Flyover news roundup.
MN Restaurants Are Addicted to AI Slop Advertising—Is It Even Legal?
We asked a lawyer all about it.
Minnesota Museums, Theaters, and Stadiums Are Becoming More Sensory-Friendly. Why Aren’t Restaurants?
As options for those with sensory needs have expanded, going out to eat can still be a challenge.
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Google Escalates PR Offensive on Hermantown Data Center: Want a Cookie?
Plus lots of racism, anti-ICE activists speak out, and Metro Transit's new tool in today's Flyover news roundup.
Let’s Talk About Pride on This Week’s Open Thread
As we do every Friday, we're turning Racket over to you, the readers.
What Lavender Magazine’s Farewell Post Got Wrong About LGBTQ+ Rights in MN
A response to Lavender's closing statement from LGBTQ+ leaders.
Freeloader Friday: 173 Free Things To Do This Weekend
Pride parties, movies, pop-up markets, and more.
Lavender’s Work Here Is Finished
Plus 'undercover' cops in hiding, Trump v. MN, and a sad final 'Naz Reid' in today's Flyover newsletter.
Do You Know What Your Representatives Are Voting on Next? This Website Does.
How one Minneapolis local envisions a more accessible democracy though online interactions.
I Promise Not to Say Anything Mean About Krypto the Superdog This Time
Pretty much all the movies you can catch in the Twin Cities this week.











