Louis Hunter, who was charged with rioting after the police killing of his cousin, Philando Castile, has overcome the charges and now owns a restaurant and has a film inspired by his life story.
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2024 MLK Day Calendar of Events
The MLK Holiday offers an opportunity to reflect on Dr. King’s enduring legacy.
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Minneapolis 2024: the mayor’s progressive agenda
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey’s $1.8 billion 2024 budget includes investments in affordable housing, homelessness, economic development and inclusion…
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New year, new Minneapolis City Council (photos)
The 13-member Minneapolis City Council was sworn in on January 1, with two newcomers including Aurin Chowdhury and Katie Cashman.
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Mayor Carter’s guaranteed income pilot yields promising results in St. Paul
St Paul’s People’s Prosperity project has positive impact.
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In Memoriam: Remembering those we lost in the Twin Cities in 2023
Norma Jean Williams, Dr. Charles Crutchfield, and other notable Black figures from the MSR community passed away in 2023, leaving behind a lasting impact on the Twin Cities’ culture, history, and character.
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Are you prepared for winter weather?
FEMA’s WinterReady campaign provides easy, low-cost tips to stay warm and healthy when severe cold or winter storms threaten.
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2023: The Year in Review
Minnesota passed a series of progressive bills, while the issues of homelessness, crime, and criminal justice continued to plague the Twin Cities.
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RIP: Notable national Black figures who died in 2023
Several notable Black figures from the entertainment, sports, civil rights, and art industries passed away in 2023.
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St. Paul Public Library offers free youth programs during winter break
The St. Paul Public Library is offering free hands-on events for kids and teens ages 7-18 during the winter break.
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‘Tracey’s Keepin’ It Real’ feat. Turning Point’s Peter Hayden/Lori Wilson
After 47 years, Turning Point founder and CEO Dr. Vincent “Peter” Hayden announced that he would step down at the beginning of 2024.
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Farm innovations in MN seen as tool in ending racial hunger divide
Minnesota’s Route 1 organization is aiming to connect Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities with healthier and culturally appropriate foods.
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4UR HEALTH feat. Dr.Ronda Marie Chakolis
Dr. Ronda Marie Chakolis interviews Devin Brown on her journey and history making of the first black woman to solo down the entire Mississippi River in a Kayak.
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How Hennepin Healthcare gave one dad a second chance at life
Dwayne Sheppard’s inspiring story of teamwork, care, perseverance, and triumph after a kidney transplant is featured in the HERE Series episode.
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It’s always the right time to plan for retirement
There are many options available to protect your assets, build credit, and maintain and grow your investments for a financially worry-free future.
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AG Keith Ellison charges three in largest-ever Medicaid fraud prosecution
Minnesota AG cracks down on Medicaid fraud, charges three in multi-million dollar scheme.
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Five festive shows to celebrate the season
Celebrate the holidays with live entertainment in the Twin Cities.
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Olson Bridge mural brings the North Minneapolis community full circle
On a cold Saturday afternoon, a mural installation was unveiled on the Olson Memorial Bridge sound wall across I-94. It helps restore a bit of history that was lost more than 20 years ago. The ceremony on December 2 brought together Minneapolis artists and Northsiders to recreate a new version of acclaimed 20th-century African American […]
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Sister Spokesman ends 2023 with self-care event at Northpoint
Sister Spokesman closes the year on a high note with “Season of Self-Care” event,
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How Hennepin Healthcare brought designer Jared Murphy back from the brink
From collapse to recovery: unbelievable teamwork saves designer Jared Murphy’s life.