This merger has massive implications to communities near the rail routes impacted by the merger—especially communities of color.
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Were red flags missed at the Colorado LGBTQ club shooting?
The suspect of the Club Q shooting had a history of violent plans, which has led to questions about how the tragedy could’ve been prevented.
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Has Black Friday lost its luster?
According to a survey conducted in October, nearly 70% of consumers plan to skip Black Friday and holiday shopping altogether this year.
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New Asia Mall opens to the public
Celebrating its soft opening, the Asia Mall in Eden Prairie enjoyed its first weekend open to the public.
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New MPS observatory lets students reach for the stars
‘I’m so proud that Minneapolis public schools has made this wonderful investment in North Minneapolis.’
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Thanksgiving meals, turkey giveaways in the Twin Cities and beyond
To meet the needs in the community, organizations are stepping up to help families facing food insecurities this holiday season.
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Counting the wins and losses of November 8
In Minnesota, Erin Maye Quade, Zaynab Mohamed, and Clare Oumou Verbeten will join Senator Bobby Joe Champion in the Minnesota Senate.
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VIDEO: Hollies Winston makes history in Brooklyn Park
Hollies Winston triumphed on election night to become Brooklyn Park’s first African American mayor.
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Hennepin elects first Black sheriff—and other election results
Dawanna Witt will become Hennepin County’s first Black sheriff, defeating contender Joseph Banks.Â
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Election workers are overworked, underpaid and feel pressured
A survey of local election officials conducted by the Center for Tech and Civic Life found that just 2% of them say they have everything they need to do what’s required of them.
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WORD ON THE STREET | Are you voting in the midterm elections?
For this Word on the Street, we asked community members about the importance of voting ahead of the midterm elections.
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Homeless advocates demand winter moratorium on encampment evictions
‘We are here because housing is a human right, and for hundreds of people in this city every day that right is being denied.’
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Black Men’s Legacy Summit delivers needed hope and energy
The recent Black Men’s Legacy Summit in North Minneapolis showcased Black men from various walks of life as well as many dynamic speakers.Â
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​Black Business Spotlight: Charles Caldwell Fine Arts
‘I am grateful to be able to share something they like and love, and maybe they can use art as a beacon of hope for themselves.’
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Mayor Carter taps Axel Henry for St. Paul police chief
‘I’m confident that Chief Axel Henry will uphold the highest level of service our community has come to expect as we work to move our capital city forward.’
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​Black votes decisive across the nation
‘Black voters 50-plus are going to be decisive in key elections across the country.’
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Countdown to November 8
A summary of these threats that Minnesota voters should keep foremost in mind when casting their ballots on November 8.
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Third officer involved in George Floyd’s death pleads guilty; the last stands trial
The state trial of one of the officers involved in killing George Floyd began this week as another officer involved accepted a plea deal.Â
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Local author shares lessons about grief in children’s bookÂ
Lehman Riley’s ‘Losing Lizzy’ imparts to children the tips and tools to process and overcome grief.