John Conyers passed away at age 90 on Oct. 27. He was the sixth longest-serving U.S. representative in history.
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Posted inOpinion
Ethiopians/Indonesians sacrificed for Boeing profits
The heads of Boeing Corporation should be charged and duly convicted of murder and/or manslaughter.
Posted inObituaries
Raymond Blanks, Jr.
Raymond Blanks, Jr’s life journey ended on October 24, 2019.
Posted inArts + Culture
John Witherspoon ‘sho’ did make us laugh
John Witherspoon provided one of the laugh tracks for the lives of many Black folks over age 30.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Minneapolis expands renter protections
The news ordinance aims to further protect tenant rights in the city.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Bernie Sanders rallies the faithful, calls for racial unity
Sen. Bernie Sanders came to town last week, calling for unity and appealing to the shared humanity of the diverse crowd.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Immigrants’ fear of government could skew 2020 Census
Mpls. City Council VP Andrea Jenkins’ monthly gathering unpacked how how immigrants’ fears of government persecution could impact the 2020 Census.
Posted inSports
North makes it back to state
With a 56-0 victory over St. Agnes, the Minneapolis North High Polars punched its sixth-straight ticket to the Class 2A state playoffs, winning the Section 4AA title.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Sister Spokesman, Sister Spokesman Highlights
‘Small Business Showcase’—an afternoon of shopping, sisterhood and business insights [photos]
From soothing body butters and savory oils and lotions to on-site massages, Sister Spokesman’s “Small Business Showcase & Shopping Extravaganza” ran the gamut.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Artika Roller selected as executive director of Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault
Artika Roller will take the reins as executive director of MNCASA in early December.
Posted inGophers/College, Sports
‘Coach Whay’ now knows what she wants
Second-year Gophers coach Lindsay Whalen offers a pre-season assessment.
Posted inOpinion
Vote YES for St. Paul trash ordinance
The city of St. Paul is having an epic fight about the new city-run, coordinated trash collection system.
Posted inBooks
‘What God Is Honored Here?’ breaks ground on vital topic
‘What God Is Honored Here?: Writings on Miscarriage and Infant Loss by and for Native Women and Women of Color’ is an arresting anthology.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Are you at risk for oral cancer?
What African American men need to know Most cancers are preventable. Because my practice focuses on oral cavity health I am particularly concerned when people are diagnosed with oral cancer. About oral cancer The term “oral cancer” includes cancers of the mouth and the pharynx (FAIR-inks), part of the throat. This article addresses the causes and […]
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Veteran coach stresses value of team unity
Veteran coach C. Vivian Stringer returns this season after being sidelined at the end of last season due to exhaustion.
Posted inCartoon, Opinion
Cartoon of the Week
No bill that goes up Capitol Hill comes back down alive.
Posted inEducation
Could Black philanthropy help solve the Black student debt crisis?
Black giving remains strong to this day. Despite racial wealth gaps, Black families contribute larger portions of their wealth than any other racial and ethnic group.
Posted inGophers/College, Sports
Gophers stay undefeated with victory over Maryland
The University of Minnesota football team, ranked No. 13 and undefeated (8-0), scored a 52-10 Big Ten victory Oct. 26 against Maryland.
Posted inArts + Culture, Movies
‘Black and Blue,’ an action flick with grit
If you like action movies that touch on social issues, ‘Black & Blue’ is a must-see.
Posted inSports
Hall of Fame inductees left indelible memories
Here are memories I treasure of recently inducted basketball player Khalid El-Amin, basketball player and coach Faith Johnson Patterson, and soccer and basketball player Tony Sanneh.