The legacy of inequality in medical education has not yet been erased, as Black doctors still make up only 1.8% of the U.S. physician population.
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House Minority Leader Jeffries rebukes Rep. Donalds’ controversial Jim Crow comments
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries denounced Rep. Byron Donalds’ claim that Black people were better off during Jim Crow.
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Where on the Mississippi is Devin Brown? Week One.
An update on Devin Brown’s journey down the Mississippi River. She is ahead of schedule despite wet weather.
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MSR Publisher honored as one of 10 Most Admired CEOs for 2024
Tracey Williams-Dillard, Publisher/CEO of the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, has been honored as one of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal’s 10 Most Admired CEOs for 2024.
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Don Samuels readies for round two—shares vision and opinions in a visit with MSR
Don Samuels, a contender for the 5th Congressional District, sat down in a pivotal discussion with the MSR on May 16, sharing his perspectives on local, national, and global issues. This dialogue sets the stage for another highly anticipated primary clash in August 2024 with incumbent Ilhan Omar. In 2022, Samuels and Omar engaged in […]
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The future of ‘forever’ chemicals in Minnesota
Minnesota is set to ban the sale of 11 categories of consumer goods containing PFAS, known as ‘forever chemicals’, starting in 2025.
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Hennepin County Attorney drops charges against trooper in fatal shooting of Ricky Cobb II
County says dismissal due to new evidence Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty has dismissed the murder case against Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan in the fatal shooting of Ricky Cobb II. Moriarty, who has come under ferocious criticism from law enforcement groups for bringing murder charges against the trooper over Cobb’s killing on July 31, […]
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Marian Robinson, mother to former First Lady Michelle Obama, passes away at 86
Marian Robinson, mother to former First Lady Michelle Obama, passed away at 86, leaving behind a void in the hearts of many and a legacy of family and service.
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Mass shooting in Minneapolis leaves three dead, including police officer and suspect
Three people were killed, including a MPD officer, and three others were injured.
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Second annual Somali Youth Summit shines spotlight on pressing issues
Abdirahman Mukhtar, a youth worker in Minneapolis, founded Daryeel Youth to support young East Africans and bridge the gap between them and their parents, while also addressing pressing issues.
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Guilty! Guilty! Guilty! Former President Trump convicted on all 34 felony counts
In a historic verdict, former President Donald Trump was found guilty of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in connection to a $130,000 hush-money payment made to porn star Stormy Daniels.
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Ms. Juneteenth contestant finds her niche as mental health advocate
Aihomon Ebojie, a social worker with over eight years of experience in the mental health field, is advocating for better access to mental health services for marginalized populations, particularly young adults.
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New MN law ends prison gerrymandering
Minnesota has passed a law banning prison gerrymandering, which requires state and local governments to count incarcerated people at their last home addresses when drawing new political boundaries after each census.
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Black city councilmember alleges discrimination from colleagues in Kettle River
Councilmember Monique Doward was censured by her colleagues for attempting to improve her hometown, alleging discrimination.
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Community marks fourth anniversary of George Floyd’s death with candlelight and fiery words
On the fourth anniversary of George Floyd’s death, a large crowd gathered at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis for a candlelight vigil.
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Attorney General Ellison shuts down 17 sham nonprofits
Minnesota Attorney General Ellison has obtained court orders dissolving 17 nonprofit corporations, which were used to defraud the Federal Child Nutrition Program.
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Ujamaa Place helps Black men overcome life’s challenges
Christopher Crutchfield, CEO and President of Ujamaa Place, is dedicated to helping young Black men overcome life’s challenges and reduce recidivism rates.
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Honoring Black Americans’ role in the inception of Memorial Day
Commemorating Memorial Day with Black heroes in mind serves ensures that their stories are included and preserved within the broader narrative of the holiday.
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Former Chicken Shack owner still fighting his drug conviction
Antwoyn Spencer was convicted of distributing cocaine and money laundering in 2006, and is currently serving a 324-month sentence in federal prison.
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Former President Trump’s visit draws supporters, detractors
Former President Donald Trump’s visit to Minnesota was met with protests from groups such as Minnesota Abortion Action Committee, Minnesota Immigration Rights Action Committee.