26 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Fall Fun, Chicago Open House And More
There's also the return of the Chicago International Film Festival, a beer garden pop-up, art exhibits and more.
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Public schools safe, but not out of the woods
Plus: Reassessing the Office of Community Safety; UHG not beating the allegations; and more in your Minnesota news roundup. The post Public schools safe, but…
Read full article βGas up with Trump
Steve Sack's cartoons, like this one on President Donald Trump's diesel deal with Russia, appear on MinnPost each Thursday. The post Gas up with Trump…
Read full article βMoney talks (and mocks) in St. Cloud legislative races inundated by outside money
State Sen. Aric Putnam is among a trio of Senate DFLers fighting off strong challenges in Greater Minnesota.Β Β Β The post Money talks (and mocks) in…
Read full article βCPS Watchdog Closes Hilario Dominguez Investigation With βNo Actionable Findingβ Of Misconduct
The office had closed the years-old investigation into Dominguez β now a candidate for school board president β but reopened it last month after the…
Read full article ββTough medicineβ: Minnesota State approves plan to use community college funds to help struggling universities
Minnesota State trustees approved transferring up to $25 million a year from community colleges to struggling universities. The post βTough medicineβ: Minnesota State approves plan…
Read full article βLogan Square Trader Joeβs Store Could Open Next Year
Ald. Daniel La Spata said this week the store is looking to open in early 2027. Renovation permits for the long-vacant CVS building are in…
Read full article βBlocking A Bike Or Bus Lane Anywhere In Chicago? City Vehicles With Cameras Can Ticket You Soon
The Smart Streets program, which uses cameras on CTA buses and city vehicles to issue tickets, will be rolled out to neighborhoods citywide over three…
Read full article βCity OKs Largest Settlement In History To Men Who Say They Were Framed By Disgraced Cop
Alderpeople approved a $260 million mass settlement for lawsuits filed by 17 men who allege they were framed for murder by former Chicago police detective…
Read full article βJudge Tosses Lawsuit Challenging Mayoral Bids By Giannoulias, Quigley And Pappas
Mayoral candidate William Quinlan said he is considering an appeal after a judge ruled his challenge to the three candidates' simultaneous campaigns was premature.
Read full article βAging farmers and the government want to save farms, but for many the cost is too high
A federal program promises to pay for farmland preservation. Few landowners are taking advantage. The post Aging farmers and the government want to save farms,…
Read full article βHennepin County Attorney candidates go head-to-head (and laugh-for-laugh)
Amid a hotly contested race between Cedrick Frazier and Anders Folk, the Theater of Public Policy managed to provide a bit of both. The post…
Read full article βChicago β And The Bears β Star In Hallmarkβs Latest βHoliday Touchdownβ Love Story
"Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story" was filmed on location at Soldier Field, the Riverwalk, Logan Square and the Irish Nobleman Pub. It premieres Saturday.
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Minnesota lawmakers shouldn't back away from climate superfund law because of a court decision in New York. The post Counterpoint: Those causing climate change should…
Read full article βKeep MinnPost Free: Support Independent Journalism
MinnPost has always been paywall-free, and we want to keep it that way. But keeping this crucial work free can't happen without your support. The…
Read full article βBlock Club Chicagoβs Block Party Brought Out The Fun And Community
Our third annual fundraiser was a celebration of all things Chicago, from the Jesse White Tumblers and the Bubble Lady to local vendors and DJs…
Read full article βBillionaire Family Behind Walmart Buys Lillstreet Art Center
Samantha Walton bought the Lillstreet Art Center at the end of September. She is married toΒ Lukas Walton,Β the billionaire grandson of the founder of Walmart.
Read full article βFlo, West Townβs Beloved Brunch Spot, To Close In December
The West Town restaurant serving New Mexican and Southwestern cuisine will close on Dec. 20. Its building has been sold, the owners said on social…
Read full article βYoung Woman Fatally Shot While Decorating For Halloween In Little Village, Leaving Family Devastated
Abbigail Somoza's family believes the 22-year-old was hit by a stray bullet while decorating for her favorite holiday. The family is raising money for her…
Read full article βPotluc, Austinβs Newest Restaurant, Is Inspired By Church Potlucks And Global Cuisine
Chef Mary Proietti, a Garfield Park native, is opening a bohemian-style, reservation-only eatery with dishes inspired by Mediterranean, African, Indian, Caribbean and Southern cuisines.
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