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Gov. and Lt. Gov Talk With Us About Trauma

The state has been “headed in the same direction for 162 years. Trying to turn the ship is a tall order, but we are in a moment where we have to get it done. If folks are not willing to be in that work with us, then they just have to get out of the way.”

Action Steps for Clean Energy

There is an exciting and impactful bill moving in the Minnesota House of Representatives to shift Minnesota to 100 percent carbon-free energy.

Minnesota Woman of History: Nellie Francis

Since every month at Minnesota Women's Press is about acknowledging the accomplishments of women, we are not doing anything unique to commemorate Women's History Month — but we will honor the stories of a few local historical women, starting with Nellie Griswold Francis.

Reducing the Risk of Deportation

If an immigrant is convicted even of a non-violent or minor offense, many years later that conviction can lead to deportation orders.

The Anatomy of Mutual Aid

After the 2020 uprisings, two community-based organizations came together with neighbors to serve community. This is their story.

When Data Is Misused

“My past should not predict my future. This is just a different way of labeling.”

MWP Conversation: Transforming Justice

Transforming Justice: From Education to Police & Prison Reform, a live reporting event

Valerie Castile & Deneal Trueblood

I am tired of the lip service. Let’s do this.

Reform Within Shakopee Women’s Prison

From 2013 to 2020, women imprisoned while pregnant had not committed a new crime — 77 percent had been incarcerated for a technical violation, such as violating parole by not checking in with a probation officer.

We Are Proud!

Minnesota Women's Press won second-place awards in the Minnesota Newspaper Association for Sarah Whiting's photography and for this website.

What is the Page Amendment?

Why is the Federal Reserve seeking to improve education in Minnesota through a constitutional amendment?

Learning How to Be an Ally, Part 2: Education

One of the philosophical shifts Minnesota Women’s Press supports is a movement away from thinking individual success is self-made, rather than community inspired.