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Em Cassel

Em Cassel (she/they) is a cyclist, a metalcore apologist, and a co-owner and editor of Racket.

Dangerous Man Has a New Taproom Plan

Plus U of M standoff resolved, talkin' skyscrapers, and Hot Cheeto art in today's Flyover news roundup.

University of Minnesota Protesters, In Their Own Words

'It's about Palestine. It's about Gaza. It's about stopping the genocide, and doing our part: We're not here to make ourselves feel good or empowered.'

What Happened to MinnPost’s Instagram?

'It's just frustrating—why our account? We're a small, local nonprofit.'

April 24, 2024

Everyone Is Being Super Normal About Isra Hirsi’s Arrest

Plus RIP Sammy McDowell, MN's new Supreme Court judges, and a Best Buy throwback in today's Flyover news roundup.

April 22, 2024

Treehouse Records Will Finally Come Back to Life as Lucky Cat Records

Plus graupel facts, numerical Twins woes, and 4/20 happenings in today's Flyover news roundup.

April 19, 2024

Barnard College Demonstrates Commitment to Free Expression by Suspending Isra Hirsi for Protesting

Plus school district drama, another union Starbucks, and Lake Chipotle 2.0 in today's Flyover news roundup.

What’s Next for the 19 Bar?

Plus Dean Phillips whines, Mac-Grovelanders fight with UST, and the bandshell is feeling blue in today's Flyover news roundup.

April 16, 2024

Best Budget Bites: $7.50 ‘Mini’ Tacos Dorados From Mi Mexico Querido

It's more of a maxi portion—not that we're complaining.

April 15, 2024

A Neighborhood Bar in Linden Hills? Picnic Pulls it Off.

Inside the cozy hangout spot that's zhuzhed up the old Clancey's Meat & Fish.

April 11, 2024