Black Business Spotlight: Kobi Co. Minneapolis grew from a high school idea into a thriving candle and wellness business created by a mother-daughter team.
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The unsung heroes of World War II: The Six Triple Eight
The Six Triple Eight Battalion legacy highlights the historic achievements of the all-Black women who restored military mail delivery during World War II.
Posted inWomen’s History Month
Nellie Stone Johnson’s vision lives on through unions, professors and scholarships
The Nellie Stone Johnson legacy continues in Minnesota through labor activism, education advocacy and scholarships supporting future leaders.
Posted inMSR In the News
Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder Joins National Leaders at 2026 LMA Summit in New York
The Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder joined national media leaders at the 2026 LMA Summit in New York City to discuss the future of local journalism.
Posted inLocal & State
Breaking barriers, building futures: Single mothers shine at Jeremiah Program’s SummitX
Jeremiah Program Minneapolis supports single mothers with education, housing and child care while helping families build generational stability.
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Women & wealth: Tips for navigating your lifelong financial journey
J.P. Morgan Wealth Management shares financial planning and investing tips to help women build wealth and prepare for the Great Wealth Transfer.
Posted inLocal & State
Activists push to repeal Minnesota anti-boycott law, citing First Amendment concerns
Activists gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol to support legislation calling for Minnesota anti-boycott law repeal.
Posted inSister Spokesman
“Her Story” encourages Black women to write and publish their stories
The Her Story Sister Spokesman event brought women together at Hallie Q. Brown Community Center to celebrate African American authors and storytelling.
Posted inBlack College Sports Report
Only one in the pool: Howard swim keeps HBCU legacy alive
Howard University swimming teams made history by winning the Northeast Conference championships, with both the men’s and women’s squads claiming titles.
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Minneapolis North Polars Hold Off Roosevelt Teddies, 64–60
The Minneapolis North Community Polars defeated the Roosevelt Teddies 64–60 in a competitive Minneapolis conference boys basketball matchup.
Posted inWomen’s History Month
Panel explores feminist journalism from Ms. Magazine to Teen Vogue
Feminist journalism was the focus of a Women’s History Month discussion featuring journalist Elaine Welteroth and writer Dr. Janell Hobson.
Posted inOpinion
Women of color shape our past and future
Women’s History Month highlights the enduring impact of women of color leadership across history, from Harriet Tubman and Shirley Chisholm to leaders shaping the present.
Posted inPolitics
Minnesota activists say good riddance to Kristi Noem, say the fight is still ongoing
Minnesota activists welcomed the Kristi Noem DHS firing, saying community protests played a role in holding federal leadership accountable.
Posted inLocal & State
PPGJLI named February nonprofit of the month by Midway Chamber
Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute has been named PPGJLI Nonprofit of the Month by the Midway Chamber of Commerce for its literacy and community leadership programs.
Posted inMusic
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis bring “Nothing But Hits” to Las Vegas residency
Legendary producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis will debut their “Nothing But Hits” Las Vegas residency celebrating decades of chart-topping music.
Posted inOpinion
Tariff whiplash and a rising Black recession
A new report from the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies warns of a growing Black recession as tariffs, unemployment and economic uncertainty strain Black households and small businesses.
Posted inFinance
Lynn Crump-Caine named Thrivent Board Chair, aims to inspire inclusive leadershipÂ
Lynn Crump-Caine has been named board chair of Thrivent, bringing decades of leadership experience and advocating for greater diversity in corporate governance.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Second annual make hunger history summit
The Second Harvest Make Hunger History Summit brought together hunger relief leaders working to reduce food insecurity across Minnesota.
Posted inLocal & State
Bounty hunters seen in Minneapolis prompt city investigation
A Minneapolis bounty hunters investigation has begun after a video showed armed men detaining a resident and placing him in a van marked with a fictitious business name.
Posted inOn the Radar
Dancer creates space to move, belong and grow, with plans for a future studio
Imani Moore turned her lifelong passion for dance into Locomotive Dance Crew, a Twin Cities group focused on community, inclusion and performance.