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9-year-old girl struck by gunfire in Minneapolis dies after two-week fight for her life

May 28, 2021May 28, 2021 - by MSR News Online

Nine-year-old Trinity Ottoson-Smith died from her gunshot injuries on Thursday evening after having been shot on May 15.

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Black Lives Matter founder finds hope in global protests for George Floyd

June 14, 2020June 14, 2020 - by Gail Berkley, The Sun Reporter

‘Public safety is not about bloated police budgets. It’s about expanding the safety net for Black people.’

Black Lives Matter founder finds hope in global protests for George Floyd Read More
Black Business Spotlight / Business / Business / Slider

Black Business Spotlight: C&G’s Smoking Barbecue

May 23, 2020May 12, 2021 - by Dwight Hobbes - 1 Comment

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 way—in the family kitchen.

Black Business Spotlight: C&G’s Smoking Barbecue Read More
Arts & Culture / Featured / Slider

‘Tis the season of holiday classics and good cheer

November 28, 2019December 12, 2019 - by MSR News Online

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
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12 tips for holiday dining

November 25, 2019November 29, 2019 - by Juliet Mitchell

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.’

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Senseless killing of Somali elder raises sensitive issues

November 20, 2019November 29, 2019 - by Mel Reeves

The killing of Shirwa Hassan Jibril, after exiting a Metro bus earlier this month, has shocked the community and sparked numerous concerns.

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A deeper dive into St. Paul’s garbage controversy

November 20, 2019November 29, 2019 - by Dwight Hobbes

St. Paul’s Nov. 5 vote to pass Ordinance 18-39 and keep the city’s coordinated garbage collection system, concluded a hotly contested debate.

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First Monitors forum targeted achievement gaps

November 12, 2019December 17, 2019 - by Vickie Evans-Nash - 4 Comments.

The Monitors Club’s first superintendents’ forum took aim at the achievement gap in public education.

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Trust level plunges after Kroll embraces Trump

November 12, 2019August 1, 2020 - by Mel Reeves - 2 Comments.

A deeper look at the reaction of Minneapolis Police Lt. Bob Kroll’s embrace of President Trump.

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Minneapolis expands renter protections

November 6, 2019November 8, 2019 - by Aleezeh Hasan - 4 Comments.

The news ordinance aims to further protect tenant rights in the city.

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Immigrants’ fear of government could skew 2020 Census

November 6, 2019November 8, 2019 - by Dwight Hobbes

Mpls. City Council VP Andrea Jenkins’ monthly gathering unpacked how how immigrants’ fears of government persecution could impact the 2020 Census.

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‘Small Business Showcase’—an afternoon of shopping, sisterhood and business insights [photos]

November 4, 2019November 4, 2019 - by MSR News Online

From soothing body butters and savory oils and lotions to on-site massages, Sister Spokesman’s “Small Business Showcase & Shopping Extravaganza” ran the gamut.

‘Small Business Showcase’—an afternoon of shopping, sisterhood and business insights [photos] Read More
Arts & Culture / Books / Slider

‘What God Is Honored Here?’ breaks ground on vital topic

November 1, 2019November 3, 2019 - by Dwight Hobbes

‘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
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Celebrating those who give selfless care

October 31, 2019November 20, 2019 - by MSR News Online

National Family Caregivers Month, celebrated officially every November since 2000, is designated as a time to highlight the vital role that caregivers.

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Child Protection under fire as critical legislation to help Black families stalls

October 30, 2019November 2, 2019 - by Dwight Hobbes

Concerned parents and their advocates are determined to redress these harmful practices against African American parents through a bill in this year’s state legislative session.

Child Protection under fire as critical legislation to help Black families stalls Read More
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Advocate helps public housing tenants fight privatization, gentrification

October 27, 2019October 27, 2019 - by Dwight Hobbes

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.’

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Trauma-informed instruction a priority for school board candidate

October 26, 2019October 26, 2019 - by Abdi Mohamed - 1 Comment

Mary Frances Clardy hopes to bring policy changes with her campaign for the school board in Inver Grove Heights ISD 199.

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Inner Hero bridges gulf between youth and cops

October 24, 2019October 25, 2019 - by Abdi Mohamed

As founder of Inner Hero, Ambrose R. Russell saw his life circumstances and achievements as testimony to hard work and dedication.

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Healthcare leadership in Twin Cities a ‘culture shock’ for Gary native

October 23, 2019October 26, 2019 - by Solomon Gustavo

Kimberly Anderson blends mind, body, and environmental solutions for her specialty as a hand occupational therapist.

Healthcare leadership in Twin Cities a ‘culture shock’ for Gary native Read More
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A rarity: six ‘melanin magical sisters’ on press row

October 23, 2019October 23, 2019 - by Charles Hallman

A recent photo captured a historic snapshot in time—Black female sports reporters at work.

A rarity: six ‘melanin magical sisters’ on press row Read More

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