Two upcoming literary events at Strive Bookstore will bring nationally recognized authors and scholars to downtown Minneapolis for conversations about leadership, identity and the power of literature. Both events are free and open to the public and will take place at the bookstore’s location inside the Medical Arts Building, 825 Nicollet Mall. Guests are asked […]
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Meta Deleted Me. I Still Don’t Know Why. And neither will you.
A commentator describes losing his Instagram and Threads accounts after a Meta account disabled notice erased years of content without explanation.
Posted inThe Prep Scene
Washburn wins Twin City title
The Washburn Como Park girls basketball championship concluded with Minneapolis Washburn defeating St. Paul Como Park 61-52 for the Twin Cities title.
Posted inNational
Civil Rights TV Launches in Selma as 24/7 Network Dedicated to Civil Rights History and Equity
The Civil Rights TV launch debuts a 24-hour network streaming from Selma, dedicated to civil rights history, education and global equity dialogue.
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Jurassic Quest with Brick Fest Live Unites for One Weekend at the Minneapolis Convention Center
Jurassic Quest with Brick Fest Live brings animatronic dinosaurs and interactive brick-building attractions to the Minneapolis Convention Center March 6–8.
Posted inObituaries
Remembering Daryl Eugene Lynn
Daryl Eugene Lynn was born on July 18, 1948, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and passed away on February 8, 2026, in Houston, Texas.
Posted inLocal & State
Eviction crisis looms as ICE surge continues
ICE occupation in Minneapolis is increasing housing insecurity as residents lose income, avoid work, and face eviction without immediate protections.
Posted inOpinion
Oppressive policing, like slave patrols, protect a system that must fall
The origins of policing in the United States trace back to slave patrols, revealing a system designed to enforce racial and economic control.
Posted inOpinion
Local governments must resist lawless federal overreach
Unchecked federal power and violent enforcement tactics are testing constitutional limits and forcing state and local governments to push back.
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5 steps to selecting your first credit card
Signing up for your first credit card is a rite of passage into independence. While it’s tempting to see dollar signs in credit offers that come your way, choosing the right card is not a decision to take lightly. How you use that card can have a big impact on your long-term financial wellness. But […]
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Hayat Beauty Salon Takes Top Honor in Hair & Nails at Inaugural Sister Spokesman Black Business Awards
Sister Spokesman and the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder continued their celebration of Black excellence in November with the first Annual Black Business Awards, recognizing Black-owned businesses that demonstrate creativity, resilience, and community impact. In the Hair & Nails category, Hayat Beauty Salon earned first place. The award was presented by Tracey Williams-Dillard and honored the salon’s role […]
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AG Ellison says feds persecuting Minnesota for its politics
Minnesota, Minneapolis, and St. Paul filed federal lawsuits seeking to block a large-scale ICE deployment, citing constitutional violations, state sovereignty concerns, and public safety risks.
Posted inArts + Culture
Nominees Announced for the 57th NAACP Image Awards as Black Excellence Takes Center Stage
Nominees for the 57th NAACP Image Awards have been announced, with public voting now open ahead of the February 28 live broadcast celebrating Black excellence.
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East Ridge Pulls Away Late to Defeat Park of Cottage Grove
The boys high school basketball Game of the Week saw East Ridge pull away late for a 65–55 home win over Park of Cottage Grove.
Posted inSpecial Edition - Echoes of Unity
The Givens Collection: Preserving a legacy of African American culture
In the Echoes of Unity Special Edition, the Givens Collection marks 40 years of preserving African American literature, history, and cultural memory through community stewardship.
Posted inEvents
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday 2026: Events Across Minnesota Honor 40 Years of Legacy and Action
Minnesota marks 40 years of the MLK holiday with statewide events honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Posted inOpinion
Shocked Afrikaner’s whiteness didn’t save him from Trump
A white Afrikaner detained by ICE expected protection under Trump rhetoric but instead faced the same immigration system as everyone else.
Posted inThe Prep Scene
Best photos of 2025
The Prep Scene’s Significant Six features some of the best prep sports photos captured in 2025.
Posted inBusiness
The Gathered Table Builds Community One Bowl at a Time in Minnesota
The Gathered Table is a Minnesota-based food and community initiative using shared meals to combat isolation and rebuild connection. Founded by Jaylen Lyles, the project centers food, culture, and intentional gathering as a response to the loss of traditional community spaces across the state.
Posted inDigital Editions
MSR Digital Edition for January 1 – January 7, 2026
The MSR Digital Edition for January 1 – January 7, 2026 is now live. Explore community news, sports, arts, and events. Edition 22, Volume 92.