Stefon Diggs has been charged with felony strangulation and misdemeanor assault following allegations stemming from a dispute with a former private chef.
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Isiah Whitlock Jr., ‘The Wire’ icon and beloved character actor, remembered at 71
Isiah Whitlock Jr., the veteran actor best known for his role as Clay Davis on The Wire, has died at 71, leaving a lasting legacy in Black television and film.
Posted inMovies
Best of the Best 2025
The best films of 2025 delivered powerful performances, smart directing and unforgettable storytelling across genres, formats and global cinema.
Posted inOpinion
The broken health care system we love to hate
Americans despise the health care system until someone tries to change it. Despite higher costs, worse outcomes, and widespread medical debt, political resistance to a single-payer system remains fierce.
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Celebrate your financial new year
Twin Cities residents can start 2026 strong with practical financial health tips on budgeting, saving, credit, and fraud prevention shared by a local community manager.
Posted inLocal & State
Mpls ICE arrest devolves into chaos
ICE arrests Minneapolis protesters after residents intervened in a South Side operation, leading to injuries, chemical spray use, and questions about enforcement tactics and local policy.
Posted inOpinion
For Black women, ‘combative’ is media’s dog whistle
When Jasmine Crockett announced her Senate run, headlines focused less on her platform and more on labeling her “combative.” That word carries a long history when applied to Black women in power.
Posted inAnother View
Sports media veteran stays true to Black journalism
As sports journalism shifts toward clicks and commentary, First and Pen stands out as an independent Black-owned platform committed to thoughtful reporting and cultural storytelling.
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Posted inHelp Is Here
Turning Point offers treatment for Black Minnesotans facing opioid crisis
Turning Point in North Minneapolis provides walk-in assessments and culturally specific opioid treatment designed to respond quickly when help is needed most.
Posted inOdds and Ends
Soph guard finds Gopher fans “something special’
Minnesota women’s basketball highlights include Tori McKinney’s strong sophomore season, Rachel Banham’s return to professional play, Sylvia Fowles’ coaching move, and a remembrance of Yevette Haskins.
Posted inLocal & State
Cedar-Riverside neighbors show up, deter ICE raids
Cedar-Riverside residents and lawmakers met to address the impact of ICE raids, share community concerns, and encourage support for Somali and African American neighbors and businesses.
Posted inLet them Rise
Going back to ‘the village’
Black boys succeed when surrounded by a strong village of care. This column explores why rebuilding community support remains essential to education, healing, and long-term success.
Posted inBusiness
Business forums boast an ‘intentionally Christ-driven agenda’
Iron Forums is a peer community of Christian business owners and leaders creating space for faith, leadership, and accountability, particularly for Black executives and entrepreneurs.
Posted inThe Prep Scene
It’s happening for White
Minnesota basketball highlights feature college athletes, rising high school players, and a veteran coach honored for decades of leadership.
Posted inLocal & State
Golden plaque honors Ron Edwards for decades of civil rights work
Ron Edwards was honored with a memorial plaque at Minneapolis Fire Station 1, recognizing his decades of civil rights advocacy and work to diversify the Minneapolis Fire Department.
Posted inEducation
Alternative schools offer learners a second chance — and more
Minnesota alternative education programs offer flexible, personalized pathways that help students recover credits, stay engaged, and work toward high school graduation.
Posted inBusiness
NAACP ‘Stop Dirty Data’ conference probes data center effects
The NAACP hosted a summit highlighting environmental justice concerns linked to the expansion of data centers and their impact on Black, brown, and low-income communities.
Posted inMovies
10 Best Films 2025
These 10 standout films rose above the rest in 2025, offering unforgettable performances, daring direction, and stories that linger long after the credits roll.
Posted inNews
Pardon opens new chapter for gang leader turned justice advocate
Jason Sole has received a full pardon, marking a milestone in a journey from incarceration to national leadership in restorative justice and community-based advocacy.
Posted inCoaching while Black
Marquette asst WBB coach focused on helping his boss succeed
Deont’a McChester is an assistant coach for Marquette women’s basketball, bringing years of coaching experience, leadership, and a player centered approach to the Golden Eagles program.