The Racial Justice Network has been organizing mask drives to aid those most at risk in North Minneapolis.
Chris Juhn
Chris Juhn is a contributing photographer at the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder.
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First wave of stimulus payments have been sent out
U.S. residents have started receiving stimulus payments.
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Minnesota nurses spearhead drive for protective equipment
The MNA aimed to help make an impact in the hospitals around the state of Minnesota through getting the life-saving materials to the nurses on the front lines.
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Could a $1,000 economic stimulus grow into a universal basic income?
Former presidential candidate Andrew Yang’s idea of a universal basic income looks to become a reality due to the coronavirus.
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Klobuchar ends campaign after raucous rallyÂ
After a rough homestretch, Senator Amy Klobuchar ends her presidential campaign.
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Black Business Spotlight: Humanize My Hoodie
What started as a hashtag in 2016, has grown into a full-fledged fashion campaign with hoodies serving as a learning tool and conversation starter.
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Black Business Spotlight: Lola on the Lake
Through the fire: Louis King, owner of Lola of the Lake, talks about rebuilding after his business burned down.
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Black Business Spotlight: Tommie’s Pizza
Tommie’s Pizza opened its doors in January as the Twin Cities’ only Black-owned pizza shop, and it’s sitting on prime real estate.
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Black Business Spotlight: New Rules
In just a few short years, North Minneapolis’ New Rules has become a community fixture for co-working and co-mingling.
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Prez candidate Yang on universal basic income and community policing
Among the presidential hopefuls to visit the Twin Cities so far is candidate Andrew Yang.
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Black Business Spotlight: Pimento Jamaican Kitchen
Over the past seven years, Pimento Jamaican Kitchen has become a Twin Cities fixture for Jamaican cuisine.
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Black Business Spotlight: Minuteman Press
Frank Brown’s Minuteman Press is the only Black-owned union print shop in the country.
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Black Business Spotlight: Momma’s Kitchen
One of the Twin Cities’ newest soul food spots is looking to make a lasting impression that goes beyond a great plate of food.
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Rep. Omar supporters protest Trump visit
Hundreds of Rep. Ilhan Omar supporters faced off with President Trump supporters during a protest against the president’s Minnesota visit.
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Black Business Spotlight: Cajun Twist
The cozy eatery specializes in Cajun and Créole cuisine, offering such staples as gumbo, zydeco rice, jambalaya and yaka mein along with a special Bayou Burger.
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On the Run: Youth advocate/activist looks to put focus back on students
For decades, Chauntyll Allen has served youth in the classroom as a Saint Paul Public Schools employee. The Rondo native has also worked in the community in youth outreach, where she’s been focused on inspiring youth to choose positive paths in life. After experiencing issues firsthand that she wants to work on and effect change […]
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Community responds in solidarity against New Zealand mosque attack [photos]
The community once again stood together to show the strength and endurance of the members of the Dar Al Farooq Center, its supporters, and the larger Twin Cities community.
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Black Business Spotlight: Angie’s Hats
Angie’s Hats speak to the rich traditions of Black women and their coveted church hats as well as women all over the world clamoring for crowning…
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Family calls for more charges after murder conviction of activist Tyrone Williams
Family claims more suspects after Sid Strickland-Green found guilty of unintentional second-degree murder.
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Black Business Spotlight: MPower Fitness
Founder Jacob Johnson shares his fitness journey and the inspiration behind his new center.