Community Profiles

Simply Wed, a new Twin Cities business, is helping couples create the perfect wedding experience without breaking the bank.

Sabrina Jones had a problem with eczema and dry, over-sensitive skin. She created her solution and a thriving business: Body...

Tommie’s Pizza opened its doors in January as the Twin Cities’ only Black-owned pizza shop, and it's sitting on prime...

The iconic pavilion that housed Black-owned Lola on the Lake is set to be torn down after suspected arson.

Monique Linder was recently appointed to the hospital’s Twin Cities Advisory Council (TCAC).

In just a few short years, North Minneapolis’ New Rules has become a community fixture for co-working and co-mingling.

Over the past seven years, Pimento Jamaican Kitchen has become a Twin Cities fixture for Jamaican cuisine.

Frank Brown’s Minuteman Press is the only Black-owned union print shop in the country.

Freddie L. Jacoway, born in Darnell, AR on April 22, 1919, recently celebrated his 100th birthday with his family and...

One of the Twin Cities’ newest soul food spots is looking to make a lasting impression that goes beyond a...

Branden Johnson has been on a healing mission since his former days in the NBA Development League. He was first...

According to Taquisha Jallah, owner of Bladed by Hair Love, a set of well-groomed eyebrows can also give you a...

The cozy eatery specializes in Cajun and Créole cuisine, offering such staples as gumbo, zydeco rice, jambalaya and yaka mein...

Northsiders Mariam Omari and Kotiareenia Taylor (known as Chef K) have turned catering into a movement.

For the past decade or so, Teto Wilson’s barbershop has served as a Northside staple for not just a good...

Melvin Whitfield Carter, Jr's memoir, 'Diesel Heart' captures how the former wayward hellraiser transitioned to a leader serving his community.

Angie's Hats speak to the rich traditions of Black women and their coveted church hats as well as women all...

The Black-owned restaurant boasts a menu like none other in the area, with soul food recipes based off of cheesy...

Now into her second term, April Graves has learned to appreciate the virtues of deliberation and consensus-building in governing.

After working at a dental practice for nine months, Dr. Grace Warren of Nokomis Dental Center not only knew she...