Local youth join international poets to hone Brave New Voices
Tish Jones cultivates next generation of MN spoken word artists By Jamal Denman Contributing Writer Almost every...
Read moreSouth High food fight gives voice to Somali student’s frustrations
One student response to turmoil is to “mix it up” culturally By Mel Reeves Contributing Writer “We don’t feel...
Read moreHow is Dred Scott connected to MN history?
Many people don’t know that for a time, Dred Scott lived in Fort Snelling, where he met and married his...
Read moreWho was Jimmy Lee?
His name on a recreation center is no assurance of recognition in St. Paul history By Charles Hallman Staff Writer...
Read moreMinnesota griot honored by Turning Point
Mahmoud El-Kati talks about race and democracy By Dwight Hobbes Contributing Writer Mahmoud El-Kati. Mention the name and...
Read morePersonal care attendants looking to unionize
In-home healthcare workers caring for family members feel they deserve better pay By Charles Hallman Staff Writer Personal...
Read moreU of M honors late MSR senior sportswriter
Kwame McDonald was highly regarded as educator, activist and friend to many By Charles Hallman Staff Writer The University...
Read moreBlack History Month Calendar of Events
Through Wed., Feb. 20 Thursday, February 14 7 pm — Saakumu West African Drum and Dance Troupe...
Read moreAmicus Radius rescues girls from dead-end futures
Every year they help hundreds of girls bypass the ‘probation pipeline’ By Dwight Hobbes Contributing Writer “Amicus Radius,...
Read morePres. Obama visits Mpls promoting gun-control measures
Missing from conversation: Black youth, the most likely victims of gun violence News Analysis By Mel Reeves Contributing Writer...
Read moreRondo resident’s pioneer athletic efforts recognized
By Charles Hallman Staff Writer Erica OrtonPhoto courtesy of the Minnesota Historical Society Marcenia Lyle Stone was born July 17,...
Read moreMinnesotans converge in celebration of Black History Month Expo to feature Black products, services, and fun for all ages
By Robin James Contributing Writer Black History Month matters. What’s being lauded as the biggest Black History Month Celebration...
Read moreBlack firefighters fear fewer Blacks on force
By Charles Hallman Staff Writer The Minneapolis Fire Department last month began its first firefighters’ class in seven...
Read moreMet Council’s commits to fairness for all
Diversity director Kirkpatrick ‘really proud’ of accomplishments By Dwight Hobbes Contributing Writer The Metropolitan Council has been...
Read moreLocal talk-show producer redefines the word ‘frugal’
Keith Porter has found a way around today’s affordable housing crisis. He saves a bundle by forgoing a...
Read moreRondo history takes spotlight at history center
Program recreates Black neighborhood of past for MN youth By Charles Hallman Staff Writer Minnesota History Center Program...
Read moreBlack History Month Calendar of Events
Black History Month Calendar of Events Through Thurs., Feb. 14 Saturday, February 9 11 am — Truth...
Read moreWashburn Black doll-hanging incident stirs outrage
By Mel Reeves Contributing Writer The hanging of a Black doll by four Washburn High School students on...
Read moreSt. Paul native spearheads projects highlighting Black achievement — Rondo, Toni Stone, Jimmy Lee, Dred Scott left imprint on Minnesota history
By Charles Hallman Staff Writer Black folk and their accomplishments in Minnesota too often have been overlooked or...
Read moreMinister celebrates his 105th birthday — Reverend Smith describes himself as a ‘late bloomer’
On Saturday, January 19, Wayman AME Church in North Minneapolis played host to a glorious event that celebrated the 105th...
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