Nevertheless, this was all done to say thank you to a woman who, as many at the event explained, has been supportive to so many over the years.
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‘People’s Lawyer’ Keith Ellison narrowly wins second term
Keith Ellison’s victory was part of a DFL sweep in Minnesota that surprised pundits and pollsters.
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Volunteers to prepare 350 free Thanksgiving baskets for North Minneapolis families
On November 18, an enthusiastic group of church members and community volunteers will gather at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church to give out Thanksgiving dinner baskets.
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Thanksgiving meals, turkey giveaways in the Twin Cities and beyond
To meet the needs in the community, organizations are stepping up to help families facing food insecurities this holiday season.
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Texas judge halts President Biden’s student loan forgiveness program
A federal judge in Texas bent to the will of a few and struck down President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness program that offered relief to at least 40 million borrowers.
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In first nationwide election since Roe was overturned, voters opt to protect abortion access
The first major election since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade saw abortion rights on the ballot in a record number of states.
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Counting the wins and losses of November 8
In Minnesota, Erin Maye Quade, Zaynab Mohamed, and Clare Oumou Verbeten will join Senator Bobby Joe Champion in the Minnesota Senate.
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VIDEO: Hollies Winston makes history in Brooklyn Park
Hollies Winston triumphed on election night to become Brooklyn Park’s first African American mayor.
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Russia transfers Brittney Griner to dreaded penal colony
Attorneys for Brittney Griner said they don’t expect to know her exact location for a couple of weeks.
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Hennepin elects first Black sheriff—and other election results
Dawanna Witt will become Hennepin County’s first Black sheriff, defeating contender Joseph Banks.
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VIDEO: Witt to become first Black Hennepin County sheriff
This race’s election results came in early and Dawanna Witt was declared the people’s choice to become the first African American and the first woman to be elected Hennepin County sheriff in the county’s 170-year history.
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Election workers are overworked, underpaid and feel pressured
A survey of local election officials conducted by the Center for Tech and Civic Life found that just 2% of them say they have everything they need to do what’s required of them.
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‘50 Over 50’ event recognizes diverse leaders from across Minnesota
Sponsored by AARP and Pollen, a nonprofit dedicated to helping society become more free, just and loving, last week’s event celebrated and recognized 50 Minnesotans who are making an enormous impact in their communities.
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Homeless advocates demand winter moratorium on encampment evictions
‘We are here because housing is a human right, and for hundreds of people in this city every day that right is being denied.’
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Black Men’s Legacy Summit delivers needed hope and energy
The recent Black Men’s Legacy Summit in North Minneapolis showcased Black men from various walks of life as well as many dynamic speakers.
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MN SoS: drop off is now best bet for absentee ballots
‘Just in an abundance of caution, our advice is that at this point it’s probably best to just hand-deliver it to your local elections office.’
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Light rail route through North Mpls still unsettled
‘People want to ride light rail, but they really don’t want to live that close to it.’
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Mayor Carter taps Axel Henry for St. Paul police chief
‘I’m confident that Chief Axel Henry will uphold the highest level of service our community has come to expect as we work to move our capital city forward.’
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Black votes decisive across the nation
‘Black voters 50-plus are going to be decisive in key elections across the country.’