‘We have systems that are underserving Black, Brown, and Indigenous kids and have been doing so for a very long time, and we’re going to push on that.’
‘Good trouble’ school principals vow to push back Read More
The goal is to help those most affected by the ‘notorious polluter’ A Tik Tok video that was released this week featuring environmental justice activist Roxxanne O’Brien helps summarize what …
Community board directs Northern Metal settlement money Read More
When White-run golf tournaments did not permit Black golfers to play, they began to host their own tournaments, including one at Hiawatha Golf Course.
Historic Black landmark in jeopardy Read More
Homelessness in Minneapolis continues to be a problem, and the COVID-19 pandemic has stressed the need for a solutions.
Homeless advocates, Mpls Park Police clash over encampments Read More
‘Chicago Unbeatable Prices,’ known as CUP Foods, reopened Monday, August 3 despite dozens of protesters at the site claiming the move was disrespectful to George Floyd’s memory.
CUP Foods: Good neighbor or bad? Read More
‘The core of our mission is feeding people who are in need hot nutritious meals.’
Nonprofit and business partners feed thousands as hunger spreads Read More
While many were shocked by the devastating and undeniable image of police brutality George Floyd suffered, several Black activists have recounted how this violent behavior is nothing new in Minneapolis.
Tycel Nelson’s 1990 death ‘the breaking point of an era’ Read More
‘Seeing the raw footage of what happened, I think enough is enough.’
Why Whites are joining the fight against police violence in much greater numbers Read More
Diverse crowds continue to congregate on the corner of 38th & Chicago where George Floyd was killed at the hands of the people.
Calls for justice for George Floyd attracts diverse crowd Read More
Minneapolis Police Lt. Bob Kroll remains a hindrance to the MPD’s efforts to build trust in the community.
Bob Kroll reaffirms suspicions the MPD is beyond reform Read More
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused much consternation among nursing and health professionals who have expressed safety concerns.
Safety issues pit nurses against United Hospital Read More
Frontline and essential workers’ concerns over safety and working conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic have been steadily boiling over into organized protests.
Workers push back against COVID job risks Read More
Everyday struggles such as addiction, trauma and mental health issues are now being compounded with tight living spaces in homeless shelters.
County, nonprofits partner to safeguard homeless Read More
Seward Community Co-op, a local grocery store with three locations in the Minneapolis area, has had to navigate the new COVID-19 landscape.
Safety protocols reshape Seward Co-ops and the shopping experience Read More
The Hennepin County jail population has gone from 815 on March 16 to 456 on April 14.
Hennepin County jail population cut by 44% in light of COVID-19 Read More
A look at how North High School in St. Paul equipped nearly 1,700 students with laptops in a short amount of time for distance learning.
St. Paul’s North High gears up for distance learning Read More
MPS’ Comprehensive District Design plan continues to draw skepticism.
Proposed Mpls public school plans inspire more doubt than faith Read More
The St. Paul Public Schools and the City of St. Paul introduced the Families First Housing Pilot to seven St. Paul Public Schools last month.
St. Paul offers rent assistance to keep at-risk kids in school Read More
Fairview Health Services, which owns St. Joseph’s and several other hospitals, has been reducing beds, discussing staff cuts, and allegedly considering closing the hospitals after multi-million dollar losses in operating costs.
Community fights potential loss of St. Joseph’s Hospital Read More
Minneapolis’ intermediary inclusionary zoning policy was implemented as an official regulatory policy on January 1 of 2020.
Can inclusionary zoning ease Mpls’ housing crisis? Read More