Craig Wilson
Craig Wilson has long been active in neighborhood and citywide community organizing, bringing people together to build a stronger, more connected Minneapolis. His background in cultural studies and comparative literature, along with landscape architecture and urban and regional planning, shapes his interest in how culture, place and community intersect. As editor of Hill & Lake Press, Craig is dedicated to highlighting local stories, championing civic engagement and nurturing the shared spirit of the Hill & Lake community — often with his two whippets by his side on neighborhood walks.
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A Five-Decade View of How Uptown Got Here
A longtime developer walks through the rise and retreat of Uptown and argues that the commercial district will not recover quickly without new public tools.
Back to the Bathhouses: Before AIDS Closed the Doors
Through the memories of Kelly Hayes, a look back at Minneapolis’ bathhouse era, what drove it underground and the renewed debate over bringing regulated spaces back into the light.
Time for a Minneapolis Flag That Unites & Inspires
Minneapolis deserves a bold, modern city flag that reflects its creativity, diversity and civic spirit. A thoughtful redesign process could create a unifying symbol for the city’s future.
Minneapolis Mourns The Loss Of Alex Pretti and Renee Good
Minneapolis is Unifying. America is Dividing.
Amid federal crackdowns and conflicting national narratives, an editor explores how federal propaganda works to obscure the truth — and how Minneapolis is refusing to let it.
ICE Traffic Stop Near Kenwood Park Raises Alarm Among Neighbors
A Jan. 3 traffic stop by federal immigration agents near Kenwood Park left an unattended vehicle behind and raised questions among nearby residents about how to respond when witnessing ICE activity.
Neighbors Report Police Raid at 2815 Hennepin Avenue
Residents and businesses describe a high-risk police operation at a Hennepin Avenue storefront as questions remain unanswered.
Stray Bullet Enters East Isles Home, Raising Fresh Safety Concerns for Residents
A bullet fired miles away pierced a Hennepin Avenue kitchen window, leaving East Isles residents shaken and questioning neighborhood safety.
Neighbors Launch Uptown United to Shape the Future of Uptown
A new grassroots effort aims to connect Uptown residents and businesses and foster constructive civic engagement in the Hill & Lake area.
Making the Case for Personal Training: Reclaiming Strength in the age of Reading Glasses
One writer reflects on rediscovering strength training, finding community at a no-frills Minneapolis gym and rethinking fitness in midlife.









