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The Cities Blog

Empowering ex-offenders… slowly

People leaving prison face many obstacles: finding affordable housing and a job, just to start. We’ve done many stories on those issues at MPR News. But the biggest challenge for ex-inmates may be dealing with the stigma that hangs on them like a prison uniform. It manifests as waves of shame and resentment, coloring their…
by Rupa Shenoy

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New life at the old Schmidt Brewery

New life at the old Schmidt Brewery

West End neighbors are hopeful that the vacant brewery will soon come alive with artist housing and restaurants.
by Laura Yuen

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Remembering Kwame McDonald

Remembering Kwame McDonald

Kwame was a firm believer that sometimes a little praise goes a long way in helping young people believe in themselves.
by Brandt Williams

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See the new logo aimed at luring more people to Mpls

See the new logo aimed at luring more people to Mpls

Meet Minneapolis, the city's convention and visitors bureau, has unveiled a new logo and website as part of an effort to attract more convention business and leisure travelers.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Somalis wanted for new Tom Hanks film

Somalis wanted for new Tom Hanks film

A new movie about a group of Somali pirates and their hostage is scouting the Twin Cities for talent.
by Laura Yuen

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Planned bikeway sparks controversy in St. Paul

Some St. Paul residents are considering taking legal action to stop the proposed bikeway.
by Jessica Mador

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Beware of low-flying witches

Beware of low-flying witches

For residents of this Minneapolis neighborhood, the problem appears to be low-flying witches.
by Brandt Williams

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MPR youth reporters bring home medal from DC

MPR youth reporters bring home medal from DC

MPR youth reporters win top prize in the audio category in a national journalism competition.
by Sasha Aslanian

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