Have things changed since Anita Hill?
This article was originally published on The Conversation. Anita Hill In 1991, Anita Hill accused Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas of...
What Kavanaugh’s confirmation would mean for Black women
With the confirmation process underway for Judge Brett Kavanaugh’s nomination to the Supreme Court, Black women have certainly been voicing our opposition. There’s no sugarcoating it:...
Officials can’t target Nike just because they don’t like Kaepernick
Regardless of what officials may think about the protests, the First Amendment prohibits the government from discriminating against individuals and...
Make (or break) these habits for better credit
Once you know what’s on your report, identify and remove errors and old negative items. Send a certified letter —...
Community calendar: storytelling, dance parties, Open Streets & more
Here are the MSR editors’ top picks of free (and low-cost) events, arts and activities to enjoy throughout...
Former prosecutor reimagines how criminal justice system can serve domestic abuse victims
Like many victims I met, Marina suffered gruesome violence at the hands of her boyfriend. Marina testified at trial that...
Minority job applicants often face invisible barriers
When analyzing these problems, researchers and others tend to focus on how the experiences of racial minorities compare with those...
Electoral Justice Project announces $10K #BlackNovember mini-grants
The activist group will award $10K mini-grants to selected political action committees and grassroots organizations leading transformative work in their...
What is flood insurance and why the system is broken: 6 questions answered
Homeowners’ insurance does not cover damage to a home caused by flooding. A homeowner must have a separate policy to...
Community calendar: Runway Africa, Open Streets, Assata Speaks & more!
Here are the MSR editors’ top picks of free (and low-cost) events, arts and activities to enjoy throughout the Twin...
Mpls. mayor and city council can stop MPHA’s plan to privatize Elliot Twins
We are asking the mayor and Warsame to lead with the rest of the city council in enforcing the legal...
‘Imagine North’ — Thor launch celebrates new Northside narrative (photos)
The Imagine North Block Party featured live performances, including Ella Mai and Paris Bennett, along with youth activities, food trucks...
New data paint an unpleasant picture of U.S. poverty
The headline was that 39.7 million people were poor in 2017. This works out to 12.3 percent of the population...
Six questions to ask a loved one to screen for suicide risk
Suicides also take approximately twice as many lives as homicides, which garner much more attention.
A new wave of Black political excellence is here
The awful outcome of the 2016 presidential election has emboldened young African Americans to seek public office, against all odds....
Stay ahead of the recycling curve
Recyclables are still in demand from manufacturers who want high-quality materials to make new products and from consumers who want...
Community calendar: ‘Imagine North’ Block Party, Mpls Sound exhibit & much more!
Here are the MSR editors’ top picks of free (and low-cost) events, arts and activities to enjoy throughout the Twin...
Controversy on the corner
“Whenever I put up signs about Melvin Carter, supporting Rena Moran or any Democrat, I don’t have a problem,” he...
Rosa Bogar – Homegoing service
Homegoing service Saturday, September 15, 2018 Calvary Lutheran Church, 5720 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley, MN 55427 Meet/Greet 12-1 pm...
Fred Athen “Paco” Lee, IV
FRED ATHEN “PACO” LEE, IV December 14, 1978 – September 15, 1998 “20 YEARS” It’s been that long since you’ve...
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