The first annual Greater Twin Cities African American Basketball Hall of Fame induction honored trailblazers who shaped the game. Sports columnist Dr. Mitchell Palmer McDonald spotlights five women connected to the historic event.
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Posted inPolitics
Beating the odds: Flanagan wins big in Minnesota, poised to make Senate history
Peggy Flanagan won Minnesota’s DFL Senate primary in a landslide despite being significantly outspent, positioning her to become the first Ojibwe U.S. senator in history. Contributing writer Izzy Canizares breaks down the race against Angie Craig and what it means for November.
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From blueprint to breakthrough: investing in Minneapolis to spur economic growth
A new 40,000-square-foot shelter and 42 units of permanent supportive housing are bringing a full continuum of care to Minneapolis, funded through JPMorganChase’s New Markets Tax Credit investment in Simpson Housing Services.
Posted inOpinion
Who is pro-democracy content actually reaching?
A new report reveals why pro-democracy messaging keeps missing persuadable audiences: it’s not the message, it’s the distribution. Nicole Lazarre breaks down the media investment gap between conservative and liberal donors.
Posted inOpinion
There’s a storm coming
Civil rights veteran Rev. Peter Johnson urges Black communities to recognize the warning signs of voter suppression, drawing parallels between past civil rights struggles and modern efforts to weaken election oversight.
Posted inNational
Pope Leo finally addresses his black ancestry and slavery
Leo acknowledges a family history that spans slavery, immigration and America’s enduring debate over race and identity.
Posted inLocal & State
Study shows St. Paul’s Project PEACE shows promise in gun violence prevention
A two-year evaluation of St. Paul’s Project PEACE confirms that community-centered violence prevention works, providing a blueprint for how trusted life coaches can protect young Black men and disrupt cycles of gun violence.
Posted inEvents
New documentary displays Minnesota’s African American Community
The Minnesota Black Community Project is bringing local history to the big screen with a free screening of its new documentary celebrating modern Black achievement in the Twin Cities.
Posted inOpinion
Mental health in a time of rising costs: The myth of the Golden Age
When groceries and rent consume every paycheck, anxiety becomes a math problem. Dr. Sharon M. Holder challenges the narrative of economic prosperity and calls for collective mental health action.
Posted inEducation
Support the push for an African Diaspora kids’ library in St. Paul
A transformative trip to Ghana has sparked a local movement in St. Paul to build a children’s library filled with stories centered on characters from the African Diaspora.
Posted inEvents
Taste of Lyndale to shine light on the Lind-Bohanon neighborhood
Experience the best of the Lind-Bohanon neighborhood on Aug. 22 as North Minneapolis hosts the Taste of Lyndale featuring local eats, live tunes, and backpack giveaways.
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Twin Cities Recovery Project invites community to honor loved ones lost to overdose
The Twin Cities Recovery Project is inviting the community in North Minneapolis to gather and uplift families impacted by substance use, share stories of recovery, and honor those lost to addiction.
Posted inEducation
How one teacher’s locs changed her classroom
Eghosa Hamilton straightened her hair for years to look like a teacher. Then she grew her locs, and her whole approach to teaching Black students changed.
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What’s Hot: Twin Cities Weekend Events, August 15
Looking to tap into local music, support independent artists, or experience world culture right in your backyard? Here is your weekend breakdown across Minneapolis and St. Paul.
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Black business pioneers inducted into inaugural Minnesota Black Business Hall of Fame
“History can’t wait.” The Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce inducted its inaugural class into the Minnesota Black Business Hall of Fame, honoring trailblazers who built the foundation for local economic power.
Posted inEvents
Celebrate a food-focused future with The Dozens on West Broadway
Discover how local organizers are bringing food, culture, and community together for a stronger Northside.
Posted inSports
From Sweet Syl to Coach Syl: Fowles begins new chapter with the Fire.
Sylvia Fowles said no to coaching for years. Now the Lynx legend is on the Portland Fire bench, and two Twin Cities summer leagues just crowned champions.
Posted inOpinion
Opinion: The hidden cost of convenience
A $4 fee on a $60 ATM withdrawal is 6.67% just to touch your own money. Al Riddick on the small convenience charges quietly working against your wealth.
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Flow Foundation hosts free event to empower women with alopecia and hair Loss
In honor of Alopecia Awareness Month, Minnesota’s Flow Foundation is creating a safe, joyful space for women navigating medical hair loss, offering community, resources, and custom wigs to help them celebrate their beauty.
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MSR On the Radar: Krowned Kenn is bossing up her business to be more than just a St. Paul braider
At just 24, St. Paul braider Krowned Kenn turned front-porch hustling into a thriving beauty brand. Now, she’s setting her sights on real estate, community advocacy, and redefining luxury hair care in the Twin Cities.