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Minneapolis Mayor Frey Pledged to End Homelessness. He Failed, and He’s Apparently All Out of Ideas.

Some leaders incorrectly believe sweeping away encampments solves the underlying problems.

Open Thread: Winter Is Coming. Are We Ready for ICE?

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

October 24, 2025

What Old, Cheap Twin Cities Treasures Do You Miss? That’s Our Open Thread Topic This Week.

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October 17, 2025

We’re Talkin’ Groceries in This Week’s Open Thread

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October 10, 2025

Tell Us Your Steadfast, Strange, or Controversial Food Opinions

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October 3, 2025

Open Thread: What Activated You Politically?

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September 26, 2025

Let’s Talk About Where You Get Your News From in This Week’s Open Thread

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September 19, 2025

Open Thread: Tell Us About Your Best or Most Interesting Art Score

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September 12, 2025

19th-Century St. Paul Mayors, Ranked by Hotness

Seven months ago, for some reason, we ranked the long-dead Minneapolis mayors. Now, petards hoisted, we finally conclude this two-part series.

September 11, 2025

For This Week’s Open Thread, Tell Us About the Worst Landlord You’ve Ever Had

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September 5, 2025