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I Rode Amtrak’s New Borealis Line to Chicago So You Don’t Have to (But You Still Should)

I spent five days traveling across Wisconsin and back to learn more about myself—and America. (Lol no, really I just wanted to ride the train.)

The PWHL Minnesota Bandwagon Invites You to Climb Aboard

That's if you're not already counted among the passionate fans, of course. Plus helium on the Iron Range, another bike lane vs. parking space showdown, and Lake Street nostalgia in today's Flyover news roundup.

May 29, 2024

MN-Launched Soccer Star Mimi Eiden Is Taking Her Game Global

From Liberia to Forest Lake to Missoula to Iceland, Eiden won't let geography get in the way of her dreams.

Workers at Kim’s Demand Union Recognition

Plus Minneapolis ranked 34th globally, WTF is lane filtering, and the Wolves are sooo back in today's Flyover news roundup.

It’s Unofficially Summer Now and Here’s Your Complete Concert Calendar: May 28-June 3

Pretty much all the music you can catch in the Twin Cities this week.

May 28, 2024

MN GOP’s Growing Royce White Problem

Plus Starbucks didn't touch that mural, police downsizing is good, and the Bundt Cake has MN roots in today's Flyover news roundup.

What Does Horace the Como Corpse Flower Really Smell Like?

After a 102-minute wait, I present: My lunch with Horace.

Let’s Talk Trains on This Friday Open Thread

As we do every Friday, we're turning Racket over to you, the readers

Freeloader Friday: 70 Free Things To Do This Weekend

We're going all the way through Memorial Day baybeeee!