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Mayor Jacob Frey announced on Thursday his nomination of Newark Deputy Mayor Brian O’Hara as the next Minneapolis police chief.
Mayor Frey nominates Brian O’Hara for Minneapolis police chief Read More
As a hurricane reaches the coast, it pushes a huge volume of ocean water ashore. This is what we call storm surge.
What is hurricane storm surge, and why can it be so catastrophic? Read More
Some of Minnesota’s early pioneers in hip hop were commemorated recently by the Minnesota Historical Society with a photo induction at the History Center.
Historical Society enshrines local hip hop legacy Read More
Conspiracy theories allow White nationalists to depict a world in which Black and Brown people are endangering the livelihoods, social norms and morals of White people.
Conspiracy theories feed White nationalist hate Read More
In Minnesota, Republican Kim Crockett is running for Secretary of State on a Big Lie platform.
Big Lie candidates running in November Read More
‘Every year when I have these conversations with City officials, they’re always asking me how they can do less.’
Open Streets gets rave reviews but insufficient funding Read More
Trump didn’t allegedly overestimate the cost of buildings, which is a technical term, but rather he is accused of inflating the value of certain businesses and properties.
New York’s $250M lawsuit against Trump is the beginning, not end, of this case—a tax lawyer explains Read More
MnDot is considering the possibilities for I-94, the seven-mile stretch between Hiawatha Avenue in Minneapolis and Marion Street in St. Paul.
MnDOT to rebuild I-94 through Twin Cities—or not Read More
‘We have to change the narrative and send the message that if you commit a crime, there are consequences.’
Retired judge offers her vision for Hennepin County Attorney Read More
‘There’s a long history of toxic substances being in this community. We have an opportunity to change that.’
Mpls advances controversial Roof Depot demolition Read More
Former Minneapolis police officer Thomas Lane, one of the four involved in the murder of George Floyd was sentenced to three years in prison.
Former Minneapolis police officer Thomas Lane sentenced to three years in state case Read More
The Park Board’s vote to move ahead with its Master Plan has not deterred the plan’s critics.
Gloves are still on in the Hiawatha Golf Course bout Read More
For the second year in a row, suicides represent nearly 70% of all gun deaths in Minnesota.
MN report amplifies concerns about guns, suicide link Read More
State-by-state data released on Tuesday, estimates that more than 40 million borrowers nationwide could benefit from the student debt relief plan.
40 million will receive student loan forgiveness under Biden’s plan Read More
The center at North High will offer courses allowing students to get trade certificates and post-secondary education level courses.
Groundbreaking launches phase one of North High makeover Read More
Scott Redd, director of Sabathani Community Center, recently stopped by the MSR and shared his thoughts and vision for the iconic 56-year-old service hub.
For Sabathani’s new director, the community calls the shots Read More
Black youth are far more likely to be arrested than their white peers and far less likely to be diverted from court following arrest.
Report reveals ‘hidden key to combating racial and ethnic disparities in juvenile justice’ Read More
The Minneapolis Police Department is poised to tap an outsider police chief for the first time since 2006.
Meet the three finalists for Minneapolis police chief Read More
Black Americans who are more involved in spiritual and religious practices are more likely to have better heart health, according to a new study.
Mayo study shows link between spirituality and Black heart health Read More
‘I am also passionate about the health of the community VOA serves and will continue Dorothea’s legacy.’
Longtime senior health advocate passes the torch Read More