Minneapolis eviction protections remain uncertain after Mayor Jacob Frey vetoed a proposal to extend the city’s pre-eviction notice period.
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Lyft settles service animal discrimination complaint in Minnesota
A Lyft service dog settlement Minnesota officials announced follows a complaint from a blind rider whose rides were repeatedly canceled because of her guide dog.
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No, the Target boycott is not over, activists say after claiming attempts at co-opting
Target boycott Minnesota organizers say the boycott is still active despite reports that the national movement ended.
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Breaking barriers, building futures: Single mothers shine at Jeremiah Program’s SummitX
Jeremiah Program Minneapolis supports single mothers with education, housing and child care while helping families build generational stability.
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Activists push to repeal Minnesota anti-boycott law, citing First Amendment concerns
Activists gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol to support legislation calling for Minnesota anti-boycott law repeal.
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Minnesota activists say good riddance to Kristi Noem, say the fight is still ongoing
Minnesota activists welcomed the Kristi Noem DHS firing, saying community protests played a role in holding federal leadership accountable.
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PPGJLI named February nonprofit of the month by Midway Chamber
Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute has been named PPGJLI Nonprofit of the Month by the Midway Chamber of Commerce for its literacy and community leadership programs.
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Bounty hunters seen in Minneapolis prompt city investigation
A Minneapolis bounty hunters investigation has begun after a video showed armed men detaining a resident and placing him in a van marked with a fictitious business name.
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Status of Women & Girls in Minnesota
The Minnesota gender pay gap remains largely unchanged, with women earning about 81 cents for every dollar earned by men, according to a new statewide report.
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Minneapolis renters seek more time to pay rent after immigration crackdown
A Minneapolis eviction notice extension to 60 days is advancing as tenants ask for more time to pay rent after immigration enforcement disrupted local businesses and households.
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Debbie Montgomery: A lifelong legacy of connecting her community
Debbie Montgomery’s legacy reflects decades of service, from civil rights activism and law enforcement to becoming the first Black woman elected to the St. Paul City Council.
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More Arrests Made in Cities Church Demonstration; Federal Agents Accused of Excessive Force
Cities Church protest arrests prompted excessive force allegations as federal agents charged demonstrators under the FACE Act.
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From slavery to ICE: How money shapes Minnesota’s moral battles
Eliza Winston’s 1860 freedom case reveals how slavery in Minnesota was sustained by economic interests, with parallels to modern deportation enforcement debates today.
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Shakopee Student Describes Immigration Stop at Capitol Rally
A Shakopee High School student described being stopped by immigration agents, as advocates rallied at the State Capitol over enforcement actions and detention conditions.
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Libraries’ commitment to Black and Brown voices questioned
Hennepin County Library book removals have prompted questions after residents noticed Black history and culture titles on withdrawal carts, though officials say the process is routine.
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The African American legacy of South Minneapolis
South Minneapolis Black community history reveals how Great Migration families built institutions and resilience amid segregation and economic shifts.
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Gun Violence Survivor Lydia Kaiser Urges Lawmakers to Act at State Capitol
Minnesota gun reform proposals advanced at the State Capitol as a school shooting survivor called on lawmakers to pass assault-style weapon restrictions.
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Minneapolis residents pack City Hall, sing for eviction moratorium
Minneapolis eviction moratorium demands intensified at City Hall as residents warned of rising eviction hearings and ongoing rent hardship.
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Pearls of Prestige gala honors debutantes, celebrates Black achievement
The Pearls of Prestige showcase honored 17 debutantes for academic achievement, leadership and service, awarding scholarships and celebrating mentorship during a Valentine’s Day gala.
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Recovery from ICE’s ‘Metro Surge’ ongoing
Metro Surge impact Minneapolis includes $203 million in losses, ongoing financial strain for small businesses and continued need for community recovery support.