The Minnesota High School Basketball Hall of Fame inductions of Ronnie Henderson (Marshall-U player), Tracy Henderson (Minneapolis Patrick Henry player), and Ed Prohofsky (Marshall-U coach) on March 26 rekindled some fond memories for this columnist. Let’s take a look: Ronnie Henderson During the summer of 1980, Henderson, a 5’7” guard, was scrimmaging with players at […]
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Twin Cities nonprofits unite to serve ‘underbanked’ communities
Four Twin Cities nonprofits have teamed up with Prepare + Prosper to serve as distribution partners for the newly launched FAIR (Financial Access in Reach) Financial Solution.
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Remembering Dr. King and Adam Clayton Powell
On April 4, 1968, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was shot and killed in Memphis, Tenn. On April 4, 1972, the late Congressman Adam Clayton Powell of New York, died of cancer in a Miami, Fl. hospital. His death came four years, four months and four days after the death of Dr. Martin Luther King, […]
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Will Mohamed Noor be found ‘Black’ or ‘blue’?
Local news outlets have claimed the whole world will be watching Minneapolis because of Minneapolis police officer Mohamed Noor’s trial. If that is true, then it will be to see the U.S. justice system jail one of its own. However, Black folks will likely not be as curious — they have a deep suspicion of […]
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Black Business Spotlight: Bladed By Hair Love
According to Taquisha Jallah, owner of Bladed by Hair Love, a set of well-groomed eyebrows can also give you a confidence boost.
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House passes renter protection bill
The Minnesota House of Representatives passed a bipartisan bill to increase lease transparency and protections for renters.
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Homeownership can be more than a dream…with a bit of planning [photos]
Through financial discipline, education and planning, homeownership can, indeed, be yours.
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The Wrap-Up: Twin Cities Black community was all over the NCAA
However small, the Black Twin Cities community (and visitors) played an active role throughout the NCAA festivities.
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2019 W Draft Day Musings
Mock drafts aside, the 2019 WNBA Draft, scheduled for today at 6 pm CST, is still an important day for 36 young women hoopsters.
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Black scholars find fresh career insights at Final Four
The MSR spoke to three 2019 Rhoden Fellows Class about their first-hand journalism experience at the NCAA in Minneapolis.
Posted inBulletin, Sports
Local snowboarder Aten-Wa Theba competes amongst the nation’s top
St. Paul snowboarder Aten-Wa Theba placed amongst the nation’s top competitors at this year’s USASA Nationals.
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Cavaliers go overtime for redemption
The Virginia Cavaliers will never forget Minneapolis where they became champions of men’s college basketball.
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Combating the opioid crisis
The statistics showing the prominence of opioid misuse and overdose warrant immediate attention from consumers and legislators.
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WORD ON THE STREET: Are Black Americans due reparations?
With reparations being such a hot-button topic, the MSR was inspired to hit the streets to find out what our communities think.
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Longtime sports columnist Larry Fitzgerald receives NCAA Legacy Award
Larry Fitzgerald was among seven sports and civic leaders in Minneapolis-St. Paul honored with an NCAA Legacy Award for distinguished achievement and community service.
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Scott’s accomplishments bring back memories
A flood of memories came to me after Tanysha Scott led her alma mater DeLaSalle to their first Class 3A state tournament girls’ basketball championship since 2013.
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History-making Black coach savors Final Four memories
Mike Davis was the first Black coach at Indiana and one of five Black coach to have a team play for a NCAA title.
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Breaking up (with your bestie) is hard to do
You can maintain some semblance of self-respect, dignity, and honor by applying these 5 etiquette tips for breaking up with your bestie.
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Get Fit Challenge: Tips for maintaining your holistic health
As we journey toward increased wellness, mental (intellectual), physical, spiritual, and social wellness are keys to our complete wellness.
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Black Business Spotlight: Cajun Twist
The cozy eatery specializes in Cajun and Créole cuisine, offering such staples as gumbo, zydeco rice, jambalaya and yaka mein along with a special Bayou Burger.