Family and friends of slain activist Tyrone Williams raised fists and fashion in honor of his memory May 24 at a special edition of the Ted Talk-inspired Assata Speaks at the Brave New Workshop Comedy Club.
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Newcomers and vets raise the temp even higher at Soundset 2018 (photos)
Iconic performances by legends and newer artists made this year’s Soundset music festival one to remember.
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UNCF Twin Cities Masked Ball raises more than $700K
College-bound African American students got a significant boost this weekend from fundraising efforts of the Minneapolis United Negro College Fund (UNCF).
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Local student photographer inspired by D.C. gun control rally experience
Over 200,000 students gathered in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, March 24 to protest the lack of gun control in the U.S. More than a march, the event was a movement that was driven, organized, and orchestrated by a group of fearless leaders who just happen to be in their teens. As the Bible says, “a […]
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Local protesters join nationwide call for action against gun violence
Thousands of young people marched through the streets of St. Paul on Saturday as part of a nationwide protest against gun violence. After the school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School (MSD) in Parkland, Florida, students of the school began organizing March for Our Lives, which grew into over 800 events worldwide. At the […]
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Protesters press for justice for all victims of police killings
In response to Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman’s decision to charge Officer Mohamed Noor in the shooting death of Justine Damond, 13 community organizations gathered for an event to demand justice for all victims of police shootings in the Twin Cities and beyond. Around 40 people gathered for a rally at the Hennepin County Government […]
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The MSR thanks and celebrates contributors
The Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder (MSR), the oldest Black business and newspaper in Minnesota, gathered contributors both new and seasoned for a meet-and-greet and to celebrate Black History Month on Friday, Feb. 23. Writers, photographers and faithful friends of the newspaper packed the 3744 Fourth Avenue South building in Minneapolis — a local historical landmark — to enjoy each other’s […]
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PHOTOS: Super Bowl LII wrap-up: Highlights of a star-studded week
Super Bowl LII and the days leading up to the big game, provided a ton of activities, both free and pricey, and plenty of celebrity sight-seeing around town. Below are a few highlights from a star-studded week. Scroll through the pages below for more photo highlights!
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Diddy, Cardi B., DJ Khaled and more light up Players Ball
The Players Ball concert in Minneapolis after Super Bowl LII Sunday, Feb. 4 was a real crowd-pleaser. Even though The Armory doors opened 30 minutes late and people had to wait in the bitter cold, it didn’t take long for Kid Capri and other DJ’s to warm up up the crowd spinning the latest and […]
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Photo highlights | Pink, Justin Timberlake at Super Bowl LII
Pink, whose visit to Minneapolis included a set at the Armory on Friday night, was reportedly battling the flu when she belted out the national anthem prior to the kick-off. Justin Timberlake, meanwhile, did a medley of hits, including a tribute to the late Minneapolis-born legend, Prince.
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Eagles dog Patriots 41-33! (photos)
The city of Philadelphia is famous for many things: the Liberty Bell, Rocky, unruly fans, booing Santa Claus, Philadelphia Cream Cheese and Philly steak sandwiches. Move over — the Eagles are now the center of attention in the east after using power-muscle and Nick at Night to deny the Patriots their record-tying sixth Super Bowl. […]
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Sheila E., The Revolution, and Morris Day and the Time brave cold to salute Prince (photos)
A bitter cold draped “Salute to Prince” night at Super Bowl Live in downtown Minneapolis on Monday evening. It was cold enough that the singers seemed unable to perform without mentioning the dire weather. But even with the frigid four-degree temperature steadily dropping into the night, the cold couldn’t stop attendees from dancing and reminiscing. […]
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‘Don’t try this at home!’ — Mayor Carter helps kick off Crashed Ice (photos)
Red Bull Crashed Ice returned to Saint Paul for the seventh consecutive year. The two-day event has brought in over 100,000 fans in previous years to watch men and women compete by skating down an obstacle course made of ice. Each year, the course is different, adding new aspects and a different level of competition. […]
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Affordable fitness fun in the Twin Cities
January is usually the time of year where most people begin making new goals regarding health, fitness, career, love, and fun. But not everyone wants or can afford to purchase a gym membership. Besides finances, getting to the gym can be a chore, especially if your workout facility is not in your neighborhood. It is completely […]
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Sister Spokesman attendees kick off New Year with new moves
It was chilly outside, but Sister Spokesman attendees stayed warm at “Making Fitness Fun: Move Your Body in the New Year” at Sabathani Community Center in Minneapolis on Jan. 6. Chef Jason Leibel performed a cooking demonstration, making a spicy curry chicken, along with a veggie companion, and Harris “Da Line Man” Parks of “We […]
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PHOTOS: Community gathers to celebrate moms
Mothers of all ages were honored Saturday, Dec. 2 at Midpointe Event Center in Saint Paul. In front of a packed room of community members, family members and loved ones took turns honoring the special mothers and mother figures in their lives. DJs Walter “Q Bear” Banks and Lazy T spun tributes songs while attendees networked, […]
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From pain to purpose: A harrowing past leads to a greater good
On a fateful plane trip home from South Africa, Steve Floyd was looking at his vacation photos when a photographer sitting next to him noticed his shots. ‘You have an eye,’ he told Floyd.
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Sister Spokesman showcases Black women-owned small businesses and resources
In the ever-changing, ever-fickle world of economics, knowing about and understanding the tools and resources available to aid your small business is ever more important. Sister Spokesman helped shine a light on local entrepreneurs and small business resources by hosting a “Small Business Showcase” on November 4 at Sabathani Community Center in South Minneapolis. Although […]
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PHOTOS | 2017 Baraza celebration
Over 150 women came together for the 2017 Baraza celebration Saturday, October 21. Since 2008, the Twin Cities African American Leadership Forum (AALF), has brought stakeholders from community, business, non-profit and government, together, in a movement to leverage the community’s collective assets, to create and implement a united urban agenda to advance African American community […]
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PHOTOS | 16th Annual Selby JazzFest brings out music lovers
Lawn chairs and smiling faces filled the intersection of Selby Avenue and Milton in St. Paul, as jazz enthusiasts gathered Saturday, September 9 for the 2017 Selby JazzFest. Attendees enjoyed the smooth sounds of MotorSOUL Collective, New Sound Underground, Walker West Music Academy’s Urban Legends of Jazz, Salsa Del Soul and more at the annual fest, […]