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Women and Wealth
Beliefs about spending and wealth often form during childhood and can fuel negative financial behaviors. The newest article in our series explains how to turn unhealthy money mindsets into smart financial decisions. Read more
Aug 5, 2020
Photograph by Caitlin Abrams
What Students Say About Going Back to School
As Minnesota school districts consider reopening, continuing distance learning, or a hybrid model of the two, how do students feel about the upcoming school year? Read more
Aug 4, 2020
Images courtesy of Minnesota Historical Society
A Brief History of Minnesota Hospitals
The coronavirus has us paying attention—a lot of attention—to the hospital. Terrifying destinations of last resort in the mid-19th century, our hospitals have gradually become places more accommodating of hope. Read more
Aug 3, 2020
Photographs by Grant Spanier
Dua Saleh: Voice of Their Generation
Nonbinary Sudanese American songwriter Dua Saleh has emerged as the artist of this city’s incredibly volatile moment. Read more
Aug 2, 2020
Paisley Park Debuts New Statue of Prince's Love Symbol
Here's something you can actually photograph at Paisley Park. Read more
Jul 30, 2020
When Frederick Douglass Came to Minnesota
In 1867, the abolitionist Frederick Douglass toured through the Midwest and gave speeches in Minnesota, a moment recently revisited by the historian Wayne Gannaway. Read more
Jul 30, 2020
Courtesy of Southside Harm Reduction Services
Southside Harm Reduction Services on Community-Led Safety
Started two years ago by two guys named Jack and a disposable flip phone, Southside Harm Reduction Services has since expanded alongside local mutual aid groups, showing ways to protect people without involving police. Read more
Jul 29, 2020
Photo courtesy of Second Harvest Heartland
Funding for Recovery
Minnesota nonprofits are rallying to address unprecedented need. Read more
Jul 28, 2020
Chasing Waterfalls: 6 to Visit Within the Twin Cities
Let’s go with the flow and find new waters to appreciate. Read more
Jul 27, 2020
Photograph by Caitlin Abrams
What to Hoard Now
From sidewalk chalk to Japanese whiskey, here’s what sells around town during a pandemic. Read more
Jul 24, 2020
Who Could Play Bob Dylan in a Movie?
Now that Timothée Chalamet is slated to play Bob Dylan in an upcoming film, we asked some local music and film pros if they could think of anyone better. Read more
Jul 23, 2020
Painting by Andrea Worsfold
How to Cultivate Hope
In a medical building on Loring Park, a doctor, a psychiatrist, and a hospice chaplain have been helping people find hope—step by step. Read more
Jul 23, 2020
