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Author: Abdi Mohamed

Featured / Local / News

An interview with Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara

January 25, 2023January 25, 2023 - by Abdi Mohamed - Leave a Comment

When the search for the next chief of police in Minneapolis was launched, the city had one major task for the right person: reform. 

An interview with Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara Read More
Local / News

Black economic empowerment takes center stage at MLK Day event

January 17, 2023January 23, 2023 - by Abdi Mohamed - Leave a Comment

Over 30 guest speakers and panelists were slated for the event to discuss a range of topics including the mental and physical effects of gentrification and engaging in public policy.

Black economic empowerment takes center stage at MLK Day event Read More
Featured / Local / News

Former drug kingpin shows how he turned wrong into right

December 14, 2022December 14, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed - 1 Comment

On Friday afternoon, Dec. 9, ‘Freeway’ Rick Ross spoke to an audience of students, educators, and community members at the High School for Recording Arts.

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Local / News

‘Lifting as We Climb’ conference aims to bolster African business 

November 25, 2022December 4, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed - Leave a Comment

African entrepreneurs and leaders from across the country are set to gather in Minneapolis on Dec. 8 and 9 for the 3rd Annual National African Leadership Conference.

‘Lifting as We Climb’ conference aims to bolster African business  Read More
Featured / Local / News

Historical Society enshrines local hip hop legacy

September 28, 2022September 29, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed

Some of Minnesota’s early pioneers in hip hop were commemorated recently by the Minnesota Historical Society with a photo induction at the History Center.

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Featured / Local / News

Retired judge offers her vision for Hennepin County Attorney

September 22, 2022September 22, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed

‘We have to change the narrative and send the message that if you commit a crime, there are consequences.’

Retired judge offers her vision for Hennepin County Attorney Read More
Featured / Local / News

Hennepin County Attorney candidate envisions big changes

September 2, 2022September 22, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed - 1 Comment

‘As county attorney, my job is to prosecute violent crime, and I can’t do that effectively unless we have good police work.’ 

Hennepin County Attorney candidate envisions big changes Read More
Featured / Local / News

Attending law school from behind prison bars

August 26, 2022August 26, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed

Currently, the Legal Revolution supports five students who are incarcerated in Shakopee earning their paralegal degrees at North Hennepin Community College.

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Featured / National / News

Rep. Omar on why she deserves a third term

July 20, 2022July 20, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed

‘It is an honor and a privilege to be able to utilize my unique voice to understand the kind of challenges that our democracy is facing and advocating for the policies that I advocate for.’

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Featured / Local / News

Celebrity barber inspires African diaspora

July 13, 2022July 13, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed

‘In the end, he won. That’s why we’re here to celebrate.’

Celebrity barber inspires African diaspora Read More
Featured / Local / News

Don Samuels on his effort to unseat Ilhan Omar

July 6, 2022July 6, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed - 2 Comments.

Don Samuels speaks on his time as a council member, his views on where police belong in society, and more.

Don Samuels on his effort to unseat Ilhan Omar Read More
Featured / Local / News

Satori Village brings new housing and retail space to North Mpls

May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed

‘We work on everything from barbershops to billion-dollar stadiums.’

Satori Village brings new housing and retail space to North Mpls Read More
Featured / Local / News

From ‘Purple Rain’ to ‘Dear White People’ —how Minnesota’s film industry uplifted Black stories 

May 12, 2022May 14, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed

‘I feel like the Twin Cities was really on the forefront of the work that was similar to things that came afterward…’

From ‘Purple Rain’ to ‘Dear White People’ —how Minnesota’s film industry uplifted Black stories  Read More
Featured / Local / News

Lake Street gets rebuilt—and reimagined 

May 4, 2022May 4, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed

‘It felt like our community was really unprepared for this and that it was up to the grassroots organizations on the ground to step in and provide support.’

Lake Street gets rebuilt—and reimagined  Read More
Featured / Local / News

Truce Center: A safe haven for youth in St. Paul 

March 30, 2022April 21, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed

Roughly four years ago, Miki Frost opened his first Truce Center in St. Paul to help curb street violence and build a sense of community.

Truce Center: A safe haven for youth in St. Paul  Read More
Local / News

Meet Suwana Kirkland, candidate for Hennepin County Sheriff  

March 3, 2022March 8, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed - 1 Comment

Suwana Kirkland wants Hennepin County residents to know that as their sheriff she’ll be sure to empower them to have a hand in public safety decisions.

Meet Suwana Kirkland, candidate for Hennepin County Sheriff   Read More
Local / News

Minnesota’s leading healthcare execs discuss solutions for disparities

February 15, 2022February 17, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed

‘Reckoning for Equity, Health, and Wellness’ discussed ways in which Minnesota’s leading health organizations are working to lessen health disparities.

Minnesota’s leading healthcare execs discuss solutions for disparities Read More
Local / News

Minority contractors grow frustrated with the lack of inclusion

February 9, 2022February 15, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed

‘I guess if they get a bid from a minority business that counts as meeting their goals but they will continue to use their preferred contractors.’

Minority contractors grow frustrated with the lack of inclusion Read More
Featured / Local / News

Revitalizing a historical Black presence: the 38th Street Corridor

January 20, 2022January 20, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed

This story concludes our look at the 38th Street Corridor, one of the ‘cultural districts’ city leaders hope can be restored after the destruction following the police murder of George Floyd.

Revitalizing a historical Black presence: the 38th Street Corridor Read More
Featured / Local / News

Imagine a ‘resiliency hub’ for healing and health

January 13, 2022January 19, 2022 - by Abdi Mohamed

Our series on Minneapolis’ cultural districts continues with a focus on the 38th Street Corridor.

Imagine a ‘resiliency hub’ for healing and health Read More

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