A local coalition is now in place that aims to change problematic racial narratives and their representation in local news … [Read More...]
The Latest
U of M’s Humphrey School honors longtime civil rights leader Josie Johnson
For decades, Josie Johnson has been one of Minnesota’s foremost leaders in civil rights activism. Now a new fellowship at the … [Read More...]
The less rosy side of our ‘robust’ economy
America in 2018 is enjoying faster growth, low unemployment, record numbers of job openings, and a stock market near an … [Read More...]
2018 Elections: Stories and Info
Vote as if your life depends on it (because it does)
In the 2016 U.S. presidential election, we were wrong. Political forecasters, pollsters, elected officials, and even media, told us that the 45th … [Read More...]
Abuse charges against Rep. Keith Ellison ‘unsubstantiated’
An investigation regarding alleged abuse claims by the ex-girlfriend of Minnesota Rep. Keith Ellison, who is now running to be Minnesota's Attorney … [Read More...]
Sexism, racism drive Black women to run for office in both Brazil and U.S.
Motivated in part by President Donald Trump’s disparaging remarks about women and the numerous claims that he committed sexual assault, American women … [Read More...]
Education
Five etiquette tips for parents visiting their child’s school
Life Etiquette, it’s all about respect for ourselves, others and the world around us. School has been in session for over a month now, so I’m sure … [Read More...]
Twin Cities’ public schools ask voters to make up for state cuts
School districts across the state continue to report systemic underfunding and budget cuts which they say keep schools from meeting the education … [Read More...]
Health & Wellness
Gluten sensitivity ‘epidemic’ has many causes
Think you’re following a gluten-free diet? Not so fast. A physician who is a pioneer in discovering … [Read More...]
Five principles for closing the learning gap in babies
When it comes to improving learning and increasing brain development in children, the earlier we … [Read More...]
Upcoming Events
Oct
5
Fri
6:00 pm
“Making It Real: Our History wit...
@ New Rules
“Making It Real: Our History wit...
@ New Rules
Oct 5 @ 6:00 pm – Oct 21 @ 10:00 pm
Join in the opening night event of “Making It Real: Our History with Police and Our Future Without Them,” an art exhibit presented by Minneapolis collective MPD150 that explores the power and possibility of a[...]
Oct
8
Mon
1:00 pm
Class on Downsizing
@ Nokomis Healthy Seniors-Bethel Church
Class on Downsizing
@ Nokomis Healthy Seniors-Bethel Church
Oct 8 @ 1:00 pm – Oct 22 @ 2:30 pm
Nokomis Healthy Seniors and Minneapolis Community Education will hold a class on downsizing on three Mondays: October 8, 15 and 22, from 1-2:30 pm. The classes will be held at Nokomis Healthy Seniors at Bethel[...]
Oct
17
Wed
all-day
MEA Break Camps
@ The Works Museum
MEA Break Camps
@ The Works Museum
Oct 17 – Oct 19 all-day
Engage your kids in hands-on, minds-on activities during MEA break. Museum exploration, games, engineering activities, and pizza lunch are included. Camps are for children in kindergarten to age 10. 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Drop-off[...]
7:30 pm
Ladies Night Of Comedy
@ House of Comedy
Ladies Night Of Comedy
@ House of Comedy
Oct 17 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Shed G presents a night of comedy featuring B Phlat, one of St. Louis’ hottest comedians.
Oct
18
Thu
all-day
Pre K Goblin Hunt
@ The Works Museum
Pre K Goblin Hunt
@ The Works Museum
Oct 18 – Oct 21 all-day
October 18 – 21 Search for silly goblin images hidden in the museum. Find them all and win a prize. Costumes are welcome! During open hours. Included with Museum admission ($9 per person).
5:00 pm
Elevate Your Network
@ The Pourhouse
Elevate Your Network
@ The Pourhouse
Oct 18 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Weekly networking and happy hour event highlighting various business sectors and causes.
Sports
‘Fantastic Four’ prep photos of the week
This week’s “Fantastic Four” flashback photos feature four former prep stars — Tyus Jones, Tre Jones, Amani Hooker and Tyler Johnson — excelling while … [Read More...]
Mpls wins another sports bid: the NCAA Women’s Final Four
It’s back. Women’s college basketball’s crowning event, the NCAA Women’s Final Four, will return to downtown Minneapolis in 2022. I was there the … [Read More...]
Opinion
The less rosy side of our ‘robust’ economy
America in 2018 is enjoying faster growth, low unemployment, record numbers of job openings, and a stock market near an all-time high. Yet an alarming … [Read More...]
Elections have consequences
I am compelled to express my disgust at the determination of the Senate Judiciary Committee and the White House to ramrod through a Supreme Court of … [Read More...]
Kavanaugh confirmation a disservice to America
U.S. Senator Kamala D. Harris, a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, released the following statement on her vote on the nomination of Judge … [Read More...]