Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s assassination on April 4, 1968, caused a ripple across the globe, leaving a void and loss of hope.
Al Brown
Al Brown is contributing writer for the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder.
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Dinner dialogue on George Floyd Square draws passionate debate
The City of Minneapolis hosted a community discussion on March 28 to map a community-centered vision for George Floyd Square.
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Bishop fights to restore his reputation; sues WCCO-TV for defamation
Bishop Harding Smith of the Spiritual Church of God in Robbinsdale has filed a lawsuit against WCCO alleging defamation of character due to the station’s report on him for alleged wage theft.
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Rep. Ilhan Omar shares national and district agenda with the MSR
Rep. Ilhan Omar, the first Muslim woman to serve in the U.S. Congress, has been a vocal advocate for progressive policies and social justice initiatives.
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PHOTOS: A successful night out on the town—Sanneh Foundation Gala delivers
The Sanneh Foundation hosted the 4Goals Gala to celebrate the incredible work done by the organization in empowering youth through education.
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Vetaw speaks out on disrespect, homelessness, light rail
Councilwoman LaTrisha Vetaw discussed the Minneapolis City Council’s commotion with other members, the need for more funding for housing and homelessness, and the importance of identifying individual needs in the encampments.
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History Makers at Home honored at Capri Theater
The Minneapolis Civil Rights Department recognized History Makers at Home on February 22.
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Author examines roots of American racism
In his book ‘Teaching White Supremacy,’ author Donald Yacavone, lays out a stark roadmap into the complex societal ill of racism.
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Are Social Security benefits safe in case of a government shutdown?
President Biden signed a short-term funding extension to avert a partial government shutdown, ensuring that Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid benefits will continue without disruption.
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Dexter Scott King, son of civil rights giant Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., dies at 62
Dexter Scott King died of prostate cancer on January 22, just a week after the nation observed his father’s Dr. Martin Luther, King, Jr. holiday.
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Re-envisioning public transit at George Floyd Square
Community members listened intently and were eager to ask questions and share opinions.
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Thanksgiving meal also signed up new voters
‘The truth is, we need our people involved in the political process and that begins with them using their voice at the polls.’
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Low-key hero honored by her ‘village’
Nevertheless, this was all done to say thank you to a woman who, as many at the event explained, has been supportive to so many over the years.
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Black Men’s Legacy Summit delivers needed hope and energy
The recent Black Men’s Legacy Summit in North Minneapolis showcased Black men from various walks of life as well as many dynamic speakers.
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Community Pillars: Mother Atum Azzahir on resurrecting Black culture and heritage
Mother Atum challenges us to go beyond the veil of conventional mis-education, which for years has taught us who we were not—as African descendants.
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Gloves are still on in the Hiawatha Golf Course bout
The Park Board’s vote to move ahead with its Master Plan has not deterred the plan’s critics.
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For Sabathani’s new director, the community calls the shots
Scott Redd, director of Sabathani Community Center, recently stopped by the MSR and shared his thoughts and vision for the iconic 56-year-old service hub.
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‘Back in the Day’ Fest energizes Southside community
‘They are hungry for positive experiences, and that’s what we strive to provide with the Back in the Day Festival.’
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Longtime MSR sportswriter Charles Hallman recognized by MIAC
Charles Hallman was recently selected by the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference as the 2022-23 recipient of the MIAC Mike Augustin Award.
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MSR Publisher Tracey Williams-Dillard honored as one of AARP’s ’50 Over 50′
‘I’m very excited to be recognized as one of the 50 over 50 by AARP. It’s definitely an honor when people recognize the work I do.’