Nine-year-old Trinity Ottoson-Smith died from her gunshot injuries on Thursday evening after having been shot on May 15.
9-year-old girl struck by gunfire in Minneapolis dies after two-week fight for her life Read More
‘Public safety is not about bloated police budgets. Itās about expanding the safety net for Black people.’
Black Lives Matter founder finds hope in global protests for George Floyd Read More
C & G’s Smoking Barbecue owner-proprietor Greg Alford never spent a day in culinary school, but came by his skills at the stove the old fashioned wayāin the family kitchen.
Black Business Spotlight: C&Gās Smoking Barbecue Read More
The forecast may look a bit frightful but live theater always has a way of warming the soul. Enjoy some of these seasonal classics.
‘Tis the season of holiday classics and good cheer Read More
This is a time when we like to dress up and show off our holiday outfits. This is also an opportunity to show off our ‘best social skills and good manners.’
12 tips for holiday dining Read More
The killing of Shirwa Hassan Jibril, after exiting a Metro bus earlier this month, has shocked the community and sparked numerous concerns.
Senseless killing of Somali elder raises sensitive issues Read More
St. Paulās Nov. 5 vote to pass Ordinance 18-39 and keep the city’s coordinated garbage collection system, concluded a hotly contested debate.
A deeper dive into St. Paul’s garbage controversy Read More
The Monitors Club’s first superintendentsā forum took aim at the achievement gap in public education.
First Monitors forum targeted achievement gaps Read More
A deeper look at the reaction of Minneapolis Police Lt. Bob Kroll’s embrace of President Trump.
Trust level plunges after Kroll embraces Trump Read More
The news ordinance aims to further protect tenant rights in the city.
Minneapolis expands renter protections Read More
Mpls. City Council VP Andrea Jenkins’ monthly gathering unpacked how how immigrants’ fears of government persecution could impact the 2020 Census.
Immigrantsā fear of government could skew 2020 Census Read More
From soothing body butters and savory oils and lotions to on-site massages, Sister Spokesmanās āSmall Business Showcase & Shopping Extravaganzaā ran the gamut.
āSmall Business Showcaseāāan afternoon of shopping, sisterhood and business insights [photos] Read More
‘What God Is Honored Here?: Writings on Miscarriage and Infant Loss by and for Native Women and Women of Color’ is an arresting anthology.
‘What God Is Honored Here?’ breaks ground on vital topic Read More
National Family Caregivers Month, celebrated officially every November since 2000, is designated as a time to highlight the vital role that caregivers.
Celebrating those who give selfless care Read More
Concerned parents and their advocates are determined to redress these harmful practices against African American parents through a bill in this yearās state legislative session.
Child Protection under fire as critical legislation to help Black families stalls Read More
Housing Resource Network-Minneapolis (HRN) was established in March of this year to change that, providing information in accord with the time-proven truism ‘knowledge is power.’
Advocate helps public housing tenants fight privatization, gentrification Read More
Mary Frances Clardy hopes to bring policy changes with her campaign for the school board in Inver Grove Heights ISD 199.
Trauma-informed instruction a priority for school board candidate Read More
As founder of Inner Hero, Ambrose R. Russell saw his life circumstances and achievements as testimony to hard work and dedication.
Inner Hero bridges gulf between youth and cops Read More
Kimberly Anderson blends mind, body, and environmental solutions for her specialty as a hand occupational therapist.
Healthcare leadership in Twin Cities a āculture shockā for Gary native Read More
A recent photo captured a historic snapshot in timeāBlack female sports reporters at work.
A rarity: six āmelanin magical sistersā on press row Read More