St. Paul Launches Public Budget Engagement Series Amid $26 Million Shortfall

St. Paul residents will have multiple opportunities in the coming weeks to weigh in on city spending priorities as Mayor Kaohly Her’s administration begins work…
Six Months In, Mayor Her Reflects On Initial Crises And The Long-Term Future

When Kaohly Her took office in January as the first woman and first Hmong American elected mayor of St. Paul, she expected to spend her…
Town Hall focuses on election security, Operation Metro Surge

More than 400 community members packed C.S.P.S. Hall on May 19 for an opportunity to talk to three of St. Paul’s highest ranking public officials…
St. Paul Secures Partial Wins During 2026 Legislative Session

St. Paul lawmakers and city leaders secured several infrastructure and economic development investments during the 2026 legislative session, though many of the city’s largest requests…
Downtown St. Paul Landmark Downtowner Restaurant Closes After 38 Years

The longtime downtown St. Paul restaurant Downtowner Woodfire Grill permanently closed May 17 after nearly four decades in business, marking the end of an era…
Sholom Announces $8 Million Investment in Senior Care Infrastructure

Sholom has announced an $8 million investment aimed at modernizing technology, facilities and support systems across its senior care campuses, including its St. Paul location.…
Support 55 years of Free, Nonprofit Community News

The Community Reporter has been serving St. Paul for 55 years this July. For the first time in those 55 years, we’re venturing beyond St.…
From Arts Organizing To 42 Years In The Legislature, Sandy Pappas Readies For Retirement

For more than four decades, Senator Sandy Pappas helped shape both Minnesota policy and the physical landscape of St. Paul — from women’s workplace protections…
Meet Your Neighbor: Jean

One thing that inspired me to contribute to The Community Reporter was the open conversations with colleagues and friends who have lived in their communities…