President Joe Biden has established the Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument in Springfield, Illinois.
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AEDS celebrates National Black Business Month with 5th annual conference
African Leadership Conference returned to Minnesota for its 5th year, celebrating the contributions of the African diaspora in Minnesota.
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Police prevent woman from jumping off overpass in St. Paul
Police officers successfully convinced a woman not to jump from an overpass on Pascal St. in St. Paul.
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MPR News celebrates MSR’s 90th anniversary with special podcast
MPR News has created a podcast to celebrate the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder’s 90th anniversary, highlighting its commitment to amplifying Black voices, chronicling civil rights events, and providing essential news coverage.
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Biden administration secures victory in Medicare drug price negotiations, projected to save billions
The White House revealed that the newly negotiated prices could save U.S. taxpayers a staggering $6 billion.
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Mainstream media under scrutiny for keeping Trump campaign’s leaked documents hidden
The mainstream media has been handed confidential material from the Trump campaign, but unlike Hillary Clinton’s hacked emails, the media has not published Trump’s.
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Rep. Ilhan Omar secures decisive victory in primary election
U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar has won the Democratic primary for Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District, defeating challenger Don Samuels.
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Tracey Williams-Dillard guides MSR into the future
Tracey Williams-Dillard, MSR Publisher/CEO, has been with the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder since 2007 and has launched several successful initiatives.
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Biden-Harris administration launch ‘Time Is Money’ initiative to advance consumer safeguards
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have launched “Time Is Money,” a government-wide initiative to stop corporations from imposing excessive paperwork.
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Primary day in Minnesota: Vote for candidates, choose November ballot
Minnesota residents can vote in the Primary Election on August 13 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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10 years after Ferguson, do Black lives still matter?
The Ferguson protests of 2014 sparked a national conversation on systemic racism and police violence, resulting in reforms in the Ferguson police department and the election of the city’s first Black mayor.
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MSR Innovator: The influence of Wallace ‘Jack’ Jackman
Wallace “Jack” Jackman, co-publisher of the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder newspaper, has made significant contributions to the Black community through his entrepreneurial spirit.
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The well-appointed bedroom: Tips for creating a welcoming retreat for guests
Creating a cozy and inviting guest room for the holiday season can be simple and affordable by focusing on comfort, style, and practicality, providing guests with a home away from home.
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MSR receives Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce Legacy Award
The Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 20th anniversary with a fundraising gala, featuring speeches from elected officials.
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A high-stakes showdown: 5th Congressional District primary
Rep. Ilhan Omar and Don Samuels are in a closely watched race for Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District.
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Walz pick turns focus on what a VP brings to White House—three essential reads
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz was chosen by Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris as her vice president, beating out a competitive field of other Democrats.
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It’s official: Kamala Harris selects Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as 2024 VP running mate
Vice President Kamala Harris has selected Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her vice-presidential running mate, citing his background as a two-term governor and his commitment to middle-class families.
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Biden and Harris celebrate historic prisoner swap, reuniting Americans freed from Russia
President Biden and Vice President Harris welcomed home Americans freed from Russia in a historic prisoner swap.
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Nonprofits urge community support for back-to-school expenses, including tech accessories
Nonprofits in eastern Minnesota are encouraging community members to consider donating a range of items, including tech accessories and gym shoes.
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Harris secures delegates to become Democratic presidential nominee as campaign continues to surge
Vice President Kamala Harris has secured the support of the majority of delegates.