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Jay Boller

Racket co-founder/editor.

Remember When That Bus Smashed Into Acadia Cafe? Here’s What Happened.

The owner, the GM, and the incident report shed some light on the bizarre March crash.

August 4, 2022

Fox News Issues Bad-Faith, Chum-for-Chuds Report from Minneapolis

Plus seniors quash parks plan, spotlight on a Senate DFL primary, and the State Fair unleashes a buttload of beers in today's Flyover.

The Ol’ Dave’s Popcorn/Milk Jam Snack Shack Is Becoming a Banh Mi Joint

Plus the Strib chooses hot-dog hater Don Samuels, Uptown goes to rooftop heaven, and downtown St. Paul is renting space for free in today's Flyover.

The 10 Most-Read Stories During Racket’s First Year of Existence

Only two of the 10—including the No. 1 story—were published in the first six months.

August 2, 2022

Wanna Buy a Minneapolis Home Directly Next to a 92-Year-Old Grain Elevator?

Enthusiasts of industrial grain storage will find a lot to like on the West side of the property.

August 1, 2022

Mayor Celebrates Bad Bus-Lane Plan

Plus Big Pharma pays for sins, pizza place converts to homeless shelter, and tunnel drama in today's Flyover.

You Can Turn Left into the Wedge Parking Lot Now

Plus cult allegations/lawsuits, an abortion rights victory, and sudsy fountain pranksters in today's Flyover.

Meet the Minnesota Rap Superstar You’ve Never Heard Of

Born and raised in Rochester, MILF-loving rapper Yung Gravy gets played on Spotify more than Bob Dylan. Who is he?

July 27, 2022

TILT Pinball Bar Just Bought the Ol’ Liquor Lyle’s

The beloved Minneapolis dive will be born again as a pinball bar.

July 25, 2022

Matt Birk Burger Latest Cancel Culture Victim

Plus the "Longfellow boom," redemption for MN BBQ, and a good weekend to adopt a furry family member in today's Flyover.