Black Press Week celebrates 199 years of Black journalism and the enduring legacy of independent media serving Black communities across America.
Black History
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The overlooked challenger of MN Twins’ segregation
Minnesota Twins spring training segregation practices ended after Kwame McDonald and civil rights activists pressured the team to abandon segregated housing in the 1960s.
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Handling and passing the baton: Kareem Murphy’s vision for equity and innovation
Kareem Murphy of Hennepin County leads health and human services strategy with a prevention-focused approach aimed at reducing disparities and strengthening community stability.
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Donnita Osborn: From Rondo roots to leading with heart
Donnita Osborn of Hennepin County is strengthening access and disability services through leadership rooted in community, authenticity and representation.
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Commissioner Angela Conley: Championing health, equity, and Black leadership
Angela Conley of Hennepin County is advancing heart health, maternal health equity and homeownership initiatives to address racial disparities.
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From parking booth to director: Bobby Jackson’s 47-year commitment to community and service
Director Bobby Jackson reflects on his 47-year career with Hennepin County, leading with equity, operational excellence and a commitment to service.
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Sheriff Dawanna Witt: Becoming what she once feared, defeating the odds
Sheriff Dawanna Witt’s journey from a childhood shaped by distrust of policing to becoming Hennepin County’s first Black woman sheriff reflects resilience and leadership.
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Leading through community: Sara Hollie’s Journey in Public Health
Sara Hollie Hennepin County Public Health director leads equity-driven initiatives focused on heart health, HIV prevention and systemic change.
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The African American legacy of South Minneapolis
South Minneapolis Black community history reveals how Great Migration families built institutions and resilience amid segregation and economic shifts.
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Fifty years of Black progress and paradox
Black progress and racial disparities Minnesota reflect decades of advancement tempered by persistent wealth, education and justice gaps.
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The history of Arthur and Edith Lee: Segregation then, outsiders now
Racial covenants enacted in early 20th-century Minnesota created segregated neighborhoods and lasting barriers for Black residents. Today, Mapping Prejudice and the Just Deed Coalition are uncovering these histories and helping communities address ongoing inequities.
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St. Paul exhibition showcases African diaspora artists
The In Our Presence exhibition at the African Museum, Arts, and Cultural Center highlights four African American artists, creating space for reflection, identity and community during Black History Month.
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Pilgrim Baptist remains faithful to legacy and mission
Pilgrim Baptist Church Minnesota history traces its founding by freedom seekers in 1863 and its lasting role as a spiritual and civic anchor in St. Paul’s Rondo neighborhood.
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What the pot remembers
Pot likker Black food history explores how the nutrient-rich broth from simmered greens represents survival, healing and ancestral legacy in Black kitchens.
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Sabathani Community Center to Unveil Southside Sports Hall of Fame
Southside Sports Hall of Fame Sabathani will debut Feb. 27, honoring athletes and community leaders who shaped South Minneapolis sports history.
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African American foods that nourish body and soul
Black diaspora foods nutrition explores collard greens, rice, hibiscus, and sweet potatoes as cultural staples rooted in history and rich in health benefits.
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‘Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback’ Now Streaming on Peacock
Field Generals Black quarterbacks docuseries on Peacock examines the history, barriers, and cultural impact of Black quarterbacks in professional football.
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Local Black historic landmarks too often go unnoticed
Twin Cities Black history landmarks including Rondo Avenue, Hallie Q. Brown Community Center, and Penumbra Theatre reflect resilience, leadership, and community legacy.
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From Black history to global struggle and the work ahead
Black global leadership links Minnesota, the African diaspora, and the ongoing struggle for democracy in a time of rising nationalism.
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Dred Scott vs Sanford, inflamed slavery debate with Midwest roots
The Dred Scott Supreme Court decision reshaped the nation’s slavery debate. Scott’s time at Fort Snelling in Minnesota is often overlooked.