Allowing American voters a more accessible and a stress-free trip to their voting precincts should be a no-brainer.
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Posted inOpinion
What role will the U.S. play in Venezuela’s crisis?
Over the three days of researching and writing this column, the NYT published over a dozen separate articles on how Venezuela current political crisis will impact the world’s nations and cities.
Posted inOpinion
Trump’s America rewards abuse and discrimination
Whether it’s Jeff Sessions, Stephen Miller, or Sheriff Joe Arpaio, the Trump administration has a real knack for empowering and absolving people who push discriminatory law enforcement and immigration policy.
Posted inOpinion
Frequent income ‘dips’ shown to have adverse health effects
Poverty is the biggest killer on the planet, hands down.
Posted inArts + Culture
Beyond boundaries: PaviElle French heals with soulful symphony
PaviElle French is set to debut “A Requiem for Zula” — a seven-movement homage to her late mother — this weekend at the Ordway Theatre as part of SPCO’s Tapestry19 Festival.
Posted inGophers/College, Sports
C. Vivian Stringer’s ‘coaching tree’ yet to be measured
A “coaching tree” historically refers to a head coach whose career has produced head coaching jobs for others. Sadly, this reference seems only to apply to White coaches. You often hear about the late Pat Summitt’s “tree,” but we hear nothing about Rutgers’ C. Vivian Stringer’s, the only Black coach to amass 1,000 career victories. […]
Posted inArts + Culture
Young artist aims to spread peace through her paintings
Olivia Bruce uses water colors, markers and color pencils, acrylic and oil pints to come up with one-of-a-kind creations that have captured the attention of Michelle Obama…
Posted inNews
Policing & Profiling: Building a Culture of Trust
Minnesota’s Black Community Project is hosting a community panel discussion on police and racial profiling with Twin Cities law enforcement and community relations professionals.
Posted inArts + Culture, Black History Month, Special Editions
Black History Month Calendar: Feb. 12-21, 2019
Each week this month, MSR editors share their top picks for events celebrating Black History Month.
Posted inArts + Culture
More than fun in the sun: big lessons, attractions in Texas
After my story about making vacations a teaching opportunity for your children ran in the MSR this past December, I’ve been inundated with calls and e-mails from parents looking for places to go. Most of them asked, “Where should I take my children for spring break?” Others demanded to know, “Are there places nearby we […]
Posted inGo Green
Bike-friendly cities should be designed for all, not just for wealthy White cyclists
Designing for bikes has become a hallmark of forward-looking modern cities worldwide. Bike-friendly city ratings abound, and advocates promote cycling as a way to reduce problems ranging from air pollution to traffic deaths.
Posted inBlack Business Spotlight, News
Black Business Spotlight: Nokomis Dental Center
After working at a dental practice for nine months, Dr. Grace Warren of Nokomis Dental Center not only knew she wanted to own her dentistry business but also own the building that housed it.
Posted inEducation
3 ways to improve education about U.S. slavery
When it comes to teaching students about slavery in the United States, teachers often stumble through the topic.
Posted inSports, Vikings/NFL
Little to no progress seen in NFL coaching, GM diversity
While the spotlight on this year’s Super Bowl can’t be ignored, neither can the NFL’s longstanding diversity problem. The 2018 season started with eight head coaches of color, an all-time high first set in 2011, according to The Institute for Diversity and Ethics in Sport (TIDES). Then came “Black Monday” — the day after the […]
Posted inSports
Black History Month recognition prominent at U of M women’s game
Black History Month resonated officially and unofficially throughout the Big 10 Conference women’s basketball matchup between the University of Minnesota and Rutgers.
Posted inBlack History Month, Special Editions
Minnesota Black History Salute: Lena O. Smith
In honor of Black History Month, we’re sharing short clips highlighting the legacy and history of Blacks in Minnesota. This week, we salute Lena Olive Smith, Minnesota’s first female African American lawyer.
Posted inHealth + Wellness, Sister Spokesman, Sister Spokesman Highlights
‘Love Thyself’ encourages women to be intentional with self-care [photos + video]
The expert panelists encouraged attendees to take a simple, intentional approach to self-care, with the understanding that you cannot pour into others if there’s nothing in your own glass.
Posted inLocal & State, News
The color of money: Meda challenge awards $1.475M to minority entrepreneurs
‘There isn’t ‘Black’ money — it’s green and that’s what everybody is in this for.’
Posted inSports, Vikings/NFL
Patriots win again in defensive slugfest!
They did it again. The greatest run in NFL history continues as the New England Patriots, in their 11th Super Bowl, dominated the Los Angeles Rams 13-3.
Posted inNews
Fancy Ray’s remarkable rise to stardom
With 30 years in the game, Fancy Ray McCloney went from lip-sync concerts to becoming a Twin Cities entertainment icon.