Southwest Journal

It's been less than 48 hours since he found out he'd be mayor again, but R.T. Rybak already is entering another election contest: He's running for governor. Full Story »

It's been less than 48 hours since he found out he'd be mayor again, but R.T. Rybak already is entering another election contest: He's running for governor. Full Story »

A meeting tonight will kick off what one Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board commissioner is calling "the next phase of Lake Calhoun." At 6:30 p.m. at Lyndale Farmstead Park, 3900 Bryant Ave. S., parks staff and frequent lake users will provide context on the status of the lake. Full Story »

The ramp to 46th Street from northbound Interstate 35W will close at 10 p.m. on Nov. 9 and will remain closed until Summer 2010 while work continues on the I-35W/Highway 62 Crosstown reconstruction project. Full Story »

Take one step into Pancho Villa’s Bar & Grill Restaurant, and you will know you’ve found an authentic Mexican gem. The aroma of rich spices fills the two large dining areas and the Southwest décor rounds out the atmosphere that is set by the lively music. Full Story »

Two of the three Southwest Park Board races were too close to call, while a referendum to replace the membership of the Board of Estimate and Taxation with the City Council was defeated by a large margin. Full Story »