New research shows that the disparity gap between African Americans and Whites is starting to narrow.

From a historical perspective, approximately 4,000,000 Africans and their descendants were enslaved in the U.S. and colonies that became the...

The legalization of marijuana has been a topic of contention and confusion for both sides of the debate.

Let his sudden loss remind us to honor the Nipseys right here in our own neighborhoods, schools, churches, recreation centers...

Holden Matthews, the son of St. Landry Parish’s sheriff deputy, was arrested as the arsonist, igniting a wave of panic...

The Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) wants Minnesotans to save time and money while reducing traffic congestion and helping the...

Since his 18-year tenure as guitarist and music director of NBC’s The Tonight Show, Philadelphia-born guitarist and prolific composer, Kevin...

The Departments of African American & African Studies and English at the University of Minnesota have announced the retirement of...

This year’s Music in the Zoo concert series features, Robert Cray, Dave Koz and Friends Summer Horns, the Taj Mahal...

In honor of the third anniversary of Prince’s passing on April 21, Paisley Park will celebrate his legacy with several...

A monthly column in which various contributors from both sides of prison walls explore common ground for effecting change. Kevin:...

It is time to restore a basic human right: the access to driver’s licenses for all immigrants, regardless of their...

Reparations has emerged as a hot topic among Democratic candidates hoping to replace Trump in 2020. But until now, the...

Four Twin Cities nonprofits have teamed up with Prepare + Prosper to serve as distribution partners for the newly launched...

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. addresses marchers during his ‘I Have a Dream’ speech at the Lincoln Memorial in \\...

The Minnesota House of Representatives passed a bipartisan bill to increase lease transparency and protections for renters.

However small, the Black Twin Cities community (and visitors) played an active role throughout the NCAA festivities.

St. Paul snowboarder Aten-Wa Theba placed amongst the nation’s top competitors at this year’s USASA Nationals.

The statistics showing the prominence of opioid misuse and overdose warrant immediate attention from consumers and legislators.

There are more than 50 openings for volunteer-based boards, commissions and advisory committees that advise the City on issues, help...