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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MN election brings clarity to future of abortion policy
Following this summer’s U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn federal protections, Minnesota became a ;safe-haven’ state for abortion care after a number of surrounding states sought to enact bans.
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Low-key hero honored by her ‘village’
Nevertheless, this was all done to say thank you to a woman who, as many at the event explained, has been supportive to so many over the years.
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‘People’s Lawyer’ Keith Ellison narrowly wins second term
Keith Ellison’s victory was part of a DFL sweep in Minnesota that surprised pundits and pollsters.
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Volunteers to prepare 350 free Thanksgiving baskets for North Minneapolis families
On November 18, an enthusiastic group of church members and community volunteers will gather at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church to give out Thanksgiving dinner baskets.
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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.
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VIDEO: Witt to become first Black Hennepin County sheriff
This race’s election results came in early and Dawanna Witt was declared the people’s choice to become the first African American and the first woman to be elected Hennepin County sheriff in the county’s 170-year history.
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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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Election Day info and reminders
Election Day is here.
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‘50 Over 50’ event recognizes diverse leaders from across Minnesota
Sponsored by AARP and Pollen, a nonprofit dedicated to helping society become more free, just and loving, last week’s event celebrated and recognized 50 Minnesotans who are making an enormous impact in their communities.
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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.
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MN SoS: drop off is now best bet for absentee ballots
‘Just in an abundance of caution, our advice is that at this point it’s probably best to just hand-deliver it to your local elections office.’
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Light rail route through North Mpls still unsettled
‘People want to ride light rail, but they really don’t want to live that close to it.’
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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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O’Hara moves closer to becoming next Minneapolis police chief
At a public hearing on Oct. 26, councilmembers questioned O’Hara about his work and some public commenters expressed skepticism.
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Encampment evictions to continue in winter
The Minneapolis City Council recently voted 9-4 against a proposal to suspend further evictions of unhoused encampments within the city.
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