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Cynthia Moothart
Cynthia Moothart is the Managing Editor at the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder.
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City, DOJ agree to police reforms
The Minneapolis City Council voted unanimously to enter into a sweeping agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice to overhaul racist policing practices, with the final terms resulting from a DOJ investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department.
Posted inLocal & State
Gun victim, nonprofit leader applauds Ellison lawsuit
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has filed a lawsuit against Glock Inc. for manufacturing, marketing, and selling semi-automatic handguns that can be easily converted into illegal machine guns with a cheap device known as a “Glock switch.”
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Council nixes city plan for George Floyd Square
The City Council voted to refer back to committee the city’s recommended proposal for George Floyd Square, opting for a pedestrian plaza open only to emergency vehicles and local traffic, in order to address community concerns.
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Audit Committee unanimously approves review in Moturi shooting
The Minneapolis Audit Committee has approved a plan for the Office of City Auditor to review city actions in the shooting of Davis Moturi, who was shot by his neighbor John Sawchak.
Posted inYouth
Catalyst for Systems Change is ‘in the difference-making business’
Catalyst for Systems Change hosted a program to empower high school students from across Minnesota to shape the Minnesota youth agenda in 2025, focusing on critical topics such as youth and family homelessness, mental health challenges, and affordable housing solutions.
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Overcoming fears of homeownership
Toshiba Hill, a mother of four, is on the path to homeownership after taking a homebuyer education course and working with a homeownership advisor, as part of a nationwide effort to close the racial homeownership gap.
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Trump agenda poses many uncertainties for Black Americans
Brian Fullman, an organizer with Isaiah and Faith in Minnesota, convened a youth programming summit to discuss the groups’ initiatives in the face of a second Trump administration, which could potentially radically reshape the lives of Black Americans.
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In fight to end violence against Black women and girls, Minnesota leads the charge
The Missing and Murdered Black Women and Girls Office has been established in Minnesota to address the systemic neglect and violence faced by Black women and girls, with Kaleena Burkes leading the office and working to prevent future tragedies through education, awareness, and transformative action.
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Tribute to Christopher Ellis Crutchfield A life of outstanding community service
Christopher Ellis Crutchfield, a tireless champion of racial equity and social justice, passed away at the age of 54 after a lifetime of outstanding service to the community.
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Breaking down homeownership barriers
Minnesota has created a $150 million fund to provide down payment assistance to first-generation homebuyers, with the goal of reducing the racial homeownership gap and helping more people access homeownership.
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Activists demand action, not apologies from police in racist shooting
Nekima Levy Armstrong and other activists are demanding the firing of Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara and an independent investigation into the shooting of Davis Moturi, as they believe the police department failed to protect him.
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Expanded Black homeownership key to closing racial wealth gap
Monique Moseley fulfilled her dream of homeownership by purchasing a three-bedroom stucco in North Minneapolis, but the racial wealth gap remains significant as Black Americans lag behind other racial and ethnic groups in homeownership.
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Universal meals a success
Minnesota’s universal free meals program served more than 150 million breakfasts and lunches in its first full year, saving families thousands of dollars and nurturing children, while food shelves across the state are stretched to their limits to meet the demand of hungry Minnesotans.
Posted inArts + Culture
Duluth documentary keeps Mandela’s legacy alive
Filmmaker Gerri Williams and Carl Crawford have produced a documentary, “Duluth for Mandela: A Northland Celebration”, to commemorate Nelson Mandela’s 100th year and explore the lessons of reconciliation, inclusion and joy that Mandela embodied.
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‘Bringing Hope to the City’
Tommy McBrayer Jr. founded Don’t Shoot Guns, Shoot Hoops to end gun violence in Minneapolis, and is hosting a fundraising gala on Oct. 26 to support the organization’s work.
Posted inArts + Culture
Drama explores grief, loss and mental illness among Black youth
Maxie Rockymore, a retired child foster care manager, has written and directed “Fresh Cut,” a coming-of-age drama exploring grief, loss and mental illness among Black youth, which will debut at the Twin Cities Black Film Festival.
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Twin Cities Black Film Festival rolls on—as does its founder
Natalie Morrow, founder of the Twin Cities Black Film Festival, is attending this year’s event in a wheelchair after suffering a stroke, while the festival continues to showcase the best in cinema from around the world.