Assistant Chief Bryan Tyner could become the department’s second Black Fire Chief.
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Congresswoman, South Central residents bewildered by Ice Cube/Trump relationship
‘We can’t say we understand why he would roll like that knowing the damage 45 has done to Black people, to Hispanics, to our women and children.’
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Why do nonwhite Georgia voters have to wait in line for hours?
The number of Georgia voters have soared, while their polling places have dwindled. Why?
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Economy, race relations seen as growing concerns ahead of election
Nine in 10 respondents identified the economy as extremely or very important to their vote.
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Local tech guru aims to spread the wealth
Black Tech Talent is an online platform designed for scouting, onboarding, hiring, and providing resources to Black people interested in or working in the tech field
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New study reveals Blacks’ deep distrust of U.S. institutions
Despite the disproportionate impact of the coronavirus on Black communities, 49% of African Americans say they will not avail themselves of the vaccine.
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MSR Forefront: Spotlight on 38th & Chicago
Tune in as MSR Forefront continues its series about 38th & Chicago by chatting with Steve Floyd, senior advisor of The Agape Movement.
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Blacks, mental health and COVID
Blacks historically have been impacted by adversity, racism and various socioeconomic disparities and the coronavirus has highlighted these issues.
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Teachers play a critical role in shaping girls’ future as coders
In order to develop a stronger coding identity, girls need to have opportunities to develop and perform coding skills.
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New poll shows Black women are fired up for change and ready to cast their vote
With November 3 less than a month away, Black women voters hold a huge stake in this year’s election.
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Plot to kidnap Michigan’s governor grew from militia movement’s toxic mix of falsehoods, half-truths
The Wolverine Watchmen are not a Second Amendment militia or constitutional patriots in any sense of the word. If they are guilty of the charges brought against them, then they are terrorists.
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Black volunteers needed for COVID trials
Because the virus has had a disproportionate impact on the Black population and the COVID vaccine research is well underway, there is a need to recruit more Black volunteers for coronavirus vaccine trials.
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‘Good trouble’ school principals vow to push back
‘We have systems that are underserving Black, Brown, and Indigenous kids and have been doing so for a very long time, and we’re going to push on that.’
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Gov. Walz activates MN National Guard after Derek Chauvin’s release from jail
The mobilization follows a request made by the City of Minneapolis in light of recent public safety concerns regarding Derek Chauvin posting bond.
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Minneapolis police chase leads to tragic crash
Tragedy and loss followed a police chase on Monday morning that ended with three young men ages 14 through 15 dead on Minneapolis’ North Side.
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Black Lion Foundation aims to ignite Black economic growth
Businessman James Holmes Jr. is looking to reshape the narrative of African Americans wealth and entrepreneurship.
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MOA’s temporary ‘Community Commons’ aids local small businesses
The Mall of America has opened a 5,000-square-foot space it is calling “Community Commons to help small businesses owned by proprietors of color.
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Herd immunity won’t solve America’s COVID-19 problem
Trying to reach herd immunity without a vaccine would be a disastrous pandemic response strategy.
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Vice presidential candidates to be separated by plexiglass at Wednesday’s debate
In light of the Trump administration’s rising COVID-19 cases, new precautions have been announced for the vice presidential debate.
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Pandemic adds to already higher Black pregnancy risks
The pandemic is adding still more risk for both Black mothers and babies.