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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Honoring Black history means protecting Black futures
Rev. Jesse Jackson’s legacy is often recounted through marches, campaigns and speeches, but at its core it was a commitment to the next generation. He famously said, “Your children need your presence more than your presents,” a reminder that investment in young people must be collective, not symbolic. As we observe Black History Month in […]
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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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Civil Rights TV Launches in Selma as 24/7 Network Dedicated to Civil Rights History and Equity
The Civil Rights TV launch debuts a 24-hour network streaming from Selma, dedicated to civil rights history, education and global equity dialogue.
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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.
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City of Minnetonka Visits Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder for Community Tour
Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder newsroom tours offer organizations an inside look at Black press history, multimedia storytelling and community-centered journalism.
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Pilgrim Baptist remains faithful to legacy and mission
Pilgrim Baptist Church Minnesota history traces its founding by freedom seekers in 1863 and its lasting role as a spiritual and civic anchor in St. Paul’s Rondo neighborhood.
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Lawmakers Find Empty, Clean Whipple Detention Center After Giving DHS Advance Notice
Whipple detention center oversight questions intensified after lawmakers found the immigration holding facility empty following advance notice to DHS.
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Rising costs hit inmates, families priced out of phone calls at county jails
Rising Minnesota jail phone call costs are forcing families to limit communication with incarcerated loved ones, raising concerns about mental health, fairness, and rehabilitation.
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Minneapolis city council renews liquor licenses for hotels amid ICE safety concerns
Minneapolis hotel ICE agents remain at downtown properties after the City Council voted to renew liquor licenses despite testimony from workers citing safety concerns.
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St. Paul’s Frogtown hopes Capitol Commons can reverse decline
Capitol Commons Rice Street opens in Frogtown as a partnership focused on safety, outreach, and reconnecting the neighborhood with resources near the State Capitol.
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Supporters rally as Georgia Fort pleads not guilty to federal charges
The Georgia Fort press freedom case prompted a rally outside a St. Paul federal courthouse, where supporters warned of broader threats to journalists and First Amendment rights.
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Ramsey County reimagines youth justice
Ramsey County youth justice reform through restorative circles is reducing recidivism, addressing racial disparities, and building community safety.
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Jesse Jackson Dies at 84, Leaving a Legacy That Redefined American Politics and Black Political Power
Jesse Jackson civil rights leader and founder of Operation PUSH has died at 84. His activism and presidential campaigns reshaped American politics and Black political participation.
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Protesters Plead Not Guilty in FACE Act Case Stemming From Cities Church Demonstration
Nekima Levy Armstrong FACE Act charges advance after she and Don Lemon pleaded not guilty in federal court over a January protest at Cities Church.