Retired judge offers her vision for Hennepin County Attorney
‘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 MoreAuthor: Abdi Mohamed
Hennepin County Attorney candidate envisions big changes
‘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
Attending law school from behind prison bars
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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Rep. Omar on why she deserves a third term
‘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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Celebrity barber inspires African diaspora
‘In the end, he won. That’s why we’re here to celebrate.’
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Don Samuels on his effort to unseat Ilhan Omar
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
Satori Village brings new housing and retail space to North Mpls
‘We work on everything from barbershops to billion-dollar stadiums.’
Satori Village brings new housing and retail space to North Mpls Read More
From ‘Purple Rain’ to ‘Dear White People’ —how Minnesota’s film industry uplifted Black stories
‘I feel like the Twin Cities was really on the forefront of the work that was similar to things that came afterward…’
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Lake Street gets rebuilt—and reimagined
‘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.’
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Truce Center: A safe haven for youth in St. Paul
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.
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Meet Suwana Kirkland, candidate for Hennepin County Sheriff
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.
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Minnesota’s leading healthcare execs discuss solutions for disparities
‘Reckoning for Equity, Health, and Wellness’ discussed ways in which Minnesota’s leading health organizations are working to lessen health disparities.
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Minority contractors grow frustrated with the lack of inclusion
‘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.’
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Revitalizing a historical Black presence: the 38th Street Corridor
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.
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Imagine a ‘resiliency hub’ for healing and health
Our series on Minneapolis’ cultural districts continues with a focus on the 38th Street Corridor.
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Can Minneapolis restore its ‘cultural districts’?
Can Minneapolis restore to its ‘cultural districts’ what decades of neglect have diminished?
Can Minneapolis restore its ‘cultural districts’? Read More
Ward 6 sends advocate for renters and immigrants to council
Our series of interviews with the newly elected members of Minneapolis City Council continues with a talk with Ward 6 newcomer Jamal Osman.
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Construction diversity: Leadership turnover slows compliance oversight
The conclusion of a two-part story about diversity hiring in the construction.
Construction diversity: Leadership turnover slows compliance oversight Read More
Construction diversity is still a work in progress
‘Construction firms need workers and demographics are changing.’
Construction diversity is still a work in progress Read More
Young Somali professionals gather to celebrate culture, inspire success
The conference was hosted by SNABPI, a group that aims to engage and celebrate the next generation of entrepreneurs and business professionals in the Somali community.
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