The Second Harvest Make Hunger History Summit brought together hunger relief leaders working to reduce food insecurity across Minnesota.
Health + Wellness
Find stories and resources by some of the state’s top Black physicians that aim to address current disparities in prevention and treatment within our communities.
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ABC wraps month-long campaign screening thousands for heart risks nationwide
Cardiologists are urging renewed attention to Black heart health disparities as cardiovascular disease continues to impact Black Americans at higher rates.
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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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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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Service providers double down on mutual support during ICE surge
Community groups report reduced turnout and growing need as ICE activity disrupts food access, harm-reduction services, and outreach across the Twin Cities.
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ICE hospital presence alarms Hennepin staff, patients
HCMC workers say ICE presence inside the hospital is disrupting care, violating privacy, and deterring patients from seeking medical treatment.
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Black Medicaid patients face deadly delays in opioid treatment
Medicaid delays opioid treatment for Black patients, leaving many without access to life-saving medications, a new national study found.
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Hunger strike escalates opposition to HERC pollution
The Zero Burn Coalition announced a hunger strike as part of an escalating push for HERC incinerator closure in North Minneapolis.
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Ashly who? Skin protection in harsh winters
Winter skincare tips for melanin-rich skin highlight affordable routines that protect moisture, reduce dryness, and support healthy glow.
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Five food resolutions for the New Year
Five food resolutions for 2026 focus on eating local, supporting nearby producers, and building healthier, more sustainable habits.
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Our Most-Read, Most-Shared, Most-Impactful Stories of 2025
s we enter 2026, the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder reflects on the 15 stories that defined 2025, from urgent breaking news to culture, community, and accountability reporting.
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Alliance Wellness Center Offers Treatment for Opioid Use
Alliance Wellness Center offers daily methadone dosing to help Twin Cities residents manage opioid withdrawal, reduce overdose risk, and rebuild stability through treatment and support.
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Turning Point offers treatment for Black Minnesotans facing opioid crisis
Turning Point in North Minneapolis provides walk-in assessments and culturally specific opioid treatment designed to respond quickly when help is needed most.
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Where help is always open: MARI Safe Station
The MARI Safe Station in Minneapolis provides a walk-in, low-barrier space where people struggling with addiction can receive support, recovery connections, and harm-reduction resources.
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Vaccines to keep you safe this holiday season
Health experts recommend several vaccines ahead of holiday travel and gatherings as Covid-19, flu, and RSV infections rise across the country.
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Can Type 2 diabetes be reversed?
Type 2 diabetes may not be permanently cured, but medical experts say remission is possible through weight loss, lifestyle changes, and careful blood sugar management, especially for those diagnosed more recently.
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Fossil fuels are poisoning Black America
Medical and public health experts warn that fossil fuel pollution is already damaging public health, especially in Black and brown communities, and that the harm will intensify without a transition away from fossil fuels.
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Loss of Obamacare subsidies puts more hurt on chiropractic patients
With Obamacare subsidies set to expire, Minnesota health providers warn Black patients may lose access to chiropractic care, increasing pain, mobility issues, and ER visits.
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Registration Open for 2025 Health on the Go! Community Health Hub
Community organizations, local businesses, and service providers are encouraged to register for the 2025 Health on the Go Community Health Hub. The event takes place Saturday, December 13, at North Hennepin Community College and offers families one accessible space to connect with wellness, housing, financial, and health resources.
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Winter Warm Up Brings Indoor Skating and Running Back to U.S. Bank Stadium
U.S. Bank Stadium is reopening its doors for Winter Warm Up, the indoor skating and running program that brings active recreation inside during Minnesota’s coldest months. With thirteen sessions scheduled across December and January, the event offers a family friendly way to stay moving this winter.