Shakespeare’s History Plays return to the Guthrie
The Guthrie Theater's production of the History Plays: Richard II, Henry IV, and Henry V is a historic moment, as...
St. Paul plans a school focused on Black history, culture
Saint Paul Public Schools is developing a program to reduce educational disparities faced by Black children through a new magnet...
Black families disproportionately affected by Child Protection Services
Kelis Houston, a proponent of the African American Family Preservation Act, has advocated for an overhaul of the Minnesota child...
Children’s Theatre joins Bethune in nurturing creativity
Bethune Arts Elementary and the Children's Theatre Company have partnered for three years to provide students with quality arts programming.
‘MAMA!’ documentary aims to humanize the victims of police killings
Sofia Drai's documentary, 'MAMA!' spotlights three Minnesota mothers who have lost their sons at the hands of law enforcement.
Culturally specific organizations to battle opioid crisis
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey announced the first awardees of the first round of opioid settlement funding to address the opioid...
Former Justice Alan Page speaks at St. Thomas
Justice Alan Page sat down with University of St. Thomas President Rob Vischer to discuss the nation's political divide and...
Teachers, families rally against proposed budget cuts in Minneapolis School District
Hundreds of educators and parents rallied in front of the Minneapolis School District headquarters to protest proposed budget cuts.
Artika Tyner empowers kids through culturally relevant books
Dr. Artika Tyner has dedicated her career to addressing the challenges of illiteracy and incarceration.
Southside photographer explores links to his grandfather’s legacy
Daren Hill's exhibit, "The Bond Between Us", celebrates the bond between the works of his grandfather Forest Hill and father...
Mpls educators, families fight proposed budget cuts
Educators and parents in Minneapolis Public Schools gathered together to protest the proposed budget cuts.
Celebrating the legacy of Franklin: How ‘Peanuts’ first Black character changed the comic strip
Robb Armstrong, Mellisa Menta, and Raymond S. Persi discussed the legacy of Franklin, the first Black character in the 'Peanuts'...
Movement instructor brings play director’s vision to life
Darrius Strong is a Twin Cities-based choreographer and movement director, who founded his own contemporary dance company, STRONGmovement.
Alleged harassment of Eden Prairie teacher sparks safety concerns
Iman Mohamoud, an English teacher at Eden Prairie High School, has experienced months of alleged harassment by a local officer.
Housing Stability Act aims to bar discrimination against Section 8 voucher users
Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan, state leaders, and housing stakeholders gathered in the Governor's Reception Room to discuss the Housing Stability...
Timeless photo evokes Black solidarity: Somali women protest for Angela Davis’ release
A decades-old photo of Somali women protesting for the release of Angela Davis in the U.S. has long served as...
Ousted Civil Rights Director Alberder Gillespie addresses recent firing
Alberder Gillespie, the city's civil rights director, was fired on Feb. 16 after two years into her four-year term.
Strike vote raises stakes in St. Paul School negotiations
St. Paul educators are gearing up for a possible strike after several negotiations failed to bear any results.
Hollywood stars shine at Reel Revolution North event in North Minneapolis
At the Reel Revolution North event, Terrance Howard, Yolonda Ross, and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor discussed their careers and the opportunities taking...
Black directors shine at 40th Sundance Film Festival
The Sundance Film Festival celebrated its 40th year with several premieres for Black directors.
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