Civil rights legislation did not level the playing field or make Black America whole, which is the point of reparations. Black people did not get full when the Obamas ate!
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Posted inHealth + Wellness
Racial disparities make it harder to ‘die well’
African Americans experience an earlier onset and greater risk of what may be referred to as lifestyle-related diseases — cardiovascular disease, stroke and diabetes resulting in higher mortality rates…
Posted inBulletin, Education
Pan African Community Endowment now seeking proposals
St. Paul and Minnesota Foundations is now accepting applications for its Pan African Community Endowment (PACE) Fund.
Posted inArts + Culture
WEEKEND TOP 5 | July 4-7: fireworks and community fun
Find the editors’ picks of free or low-cost happenings around town this Fourth of July weekend.
Posted inSports
Johnson-Patterson played as well as she coached
Faith Johnson-Patterson is well known in Minnesota high school basketball lore. Twenty-nine years ago, I saw the Hall of Fame coach in a different light.
Posted inArts + Culture, Books
A champion of the people: Josie Johnson still finds hope in the struggle
On June 27, Josie Johnson enjoyed a book signing at UROC in North Minneapolis.
Posted inBusiness, National, News
25 Black Women in Beauty launches to bolster entrepreneurs, influencers
A who’s who list of some of the most powerful Black female executives, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the beauty industry recently gathered to celebrate the official launch of 25 Black Women in Beauty.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Justice deferred on ketamine testing
Hennepin County Medical Center has continued conducting ketamine trials on patients without their consent after announcing in June 2018 it would stop, according to recent reports from the FDA.
Posted inSports
Former Lynx discovers natural ability to coach
After 12 WNBA seasons, Noelle Quinn is in her first season as an assistant coach with Seattle, the last of the five teams she’s played for.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Privatization resistance: public housing residents make their voices heard
Defend Glendale & Public Housing Coalition wrapped up another protest during the regularly scheduled MPHA meeting held on the last Wednesday of the month.
Posted inBulletin, Business, News
Minimum wage increases in Minneapolis
The minimum wage in Minneapolis has increased to $11 for small employers and $12.25 for large employers as of July 1, 2019.
Posted inBulletin, Health + Wellness
Free teeth cleaning at the U of M on July 10 & 11
The University of Minnesota is hosting a dental hygiene course for patients to receive free teeth cleaning.
Posted inSports
Outstanding moments in girls’ basketball
Here are five girls’ basketball players and state championship performances I will never forget.
Posted inObituaries
Rhoda Belle Zora (Webster) Hardeman
Dearly loved Rhoda Belle Zora (Webster) Hardeman passed away June 21, 2017.
Posted inBusiness
9 tips to save money this summer
Saving money should be a year-round thing, but warm weather definitely provides unique opportunities to save some coins.
Posted inBlack Business Spotlight, News
Black Business Spotlight: Simply Wed
Simply Wed, a new Twin Cities business, is helping couples create the perfect wedding experience without breaking the bank.
Posted inSports
Lone Black pro golfer belies sport’s ‘diversity’
Mariah Stackhouse drew a small walking crowd of around 10 persons of color as she competed in the LPGA’s third major of the year.
Posted inArts + Culture
WEEKEND TOP 5 | June 28-30
Here are the editors’ picks of free or low-cost community events around town this weekend.
Posted inLynx/WNBA, Sports
The WNBA and social media: blessing or curse?
Perhaps more than any other pro league, the WNBA has fully embraced social media.
Posted inBulletin, Local & State, News
Nina Robertson named director of Step Up Youth Employment Program
Nina Robertson has been named the new director of theNina Robertson will be the new director of the Step Up Youth Employment Program.