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Doors Open, AniMinneapolis, ‘Dick’: This Week’s Best Happenings

Plus outdoor markets, patio concerts, and plant sales.

May 4, 2026

A New Yorker’s Top 5 Pizzas by the Slice in the Twin Cities

I’ve tried every local establishment that sells (or claims to sell) New York-style pizza by the slice. These are the best.

Only 35 U.S. House Members Voted Against Hot Chicken for SNAP Recipients. 2 Were From MN.

Plus Emmer's nasty posting, potential immigration pardons, and old sunken guns in today's Flyover news roundup.

New Music Playlists: A Great New Local Music Compilation and a Bad New Band Worth Turning Off

5 great new local songs, 5 great new songs from everywhere else, and 1 colossal waste of your ability to hear.

RacketCast, Ep. 51: Weather, Climate, and Getting Ripped Feat. Meteorologist Sven Sundgaard

Finally, a podcast revolving around the most fascinating topic to all Minnesotans.

Let’s Talk Bread in This Week’s Open Thread

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

‘Challenging Optics’: MPD Worked With Homeland Security Just Before Operation Metro Surge

Plus Aimee Bock's dirty tricks, a gubernatorial shout out to a good guy, and cougar kittens in today's Flyover news roundup.

Asher’s and Izakaya Kazama Open, 801 is 86’d, Bye-Bye Beast Barbecue, and More April Restaurant News

Plus Black Duck rebrands and a fun tenant takes over Theo Wirth's Trailhead Cafe in this month's Racket Restaurant Roundup.

April 30, 2026