‘While unacceptable and disgusting, I’m not shocked at all. Some fans don’t respect Black athletes, they just like being entertained by them.’
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Upcoming Minneapolis City Council candidate forums
The League of Women Voters Minneapolis is co-sponsoring fall forums with local community groups.
Posted inGo Green
MN part of nationwide burst of clean-energy jobs
Federal data show much of the U.S. is seeing job growth for the clean energy sector, and Minnesota is no exception.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Minneapolis NAACP honors Black brilliance (photos + video)
On Saturday evening, September 16, at the Heritage Center in Brooklyn Center, the Minneapolis NAACP held a “Night of Black Brilliance” celebration at its Freedom Fund gala.Â
Posted inBlack Business Spotlight, Business
Black Business Spotlight: Darris Group LLC
I’ve turned down a number of opportunities that I didn’t feel were in the best interests of the community or in the best interests of the Darris Group.
Posted inNational, News
Advocate delivers letters from Black small businesses to Minnesota’s congressional delegation on Capitol Hill
‘I’m here to make sure they remember us when they are sitting around that table and dividing up the pie. I’m asking them for our piece.’
Posted inNational, News
60th anniversary of Birmingham church bombing unites families of victims and perpetrators
Despite being born on opposite sides of one of the most heinous events of the civil rights movement, McNair and Fields shared a common goal: to speak out against hate.
Posted inNews
Part II of a Special Report: Violence in Black America
‘If you believe human beings are valuable, you wouldn’t shoot someone at all, let alone shoot them for a nonviolent offense.’
Posted inArts + Culture
Black comic book company makes money moves in the Midwest
‘I’m cutting out my slice of the pie in the comic industry to be the Black comic company for the Midwest.’
Posted inLocal & State, News
Dept. of Corrections make some concessions for Stillwater prisoners
‘Doing the time doesn’t involve being treated like an animal, or being treated like you’re at the Como Zoo.’
Posted inNational, News
Racism takes a toll: the challenges to African American longevity
The suicide rate for Black Americans increased by 19 percent between 2018 and 2021. In that same time-period, the suicide rate for White Americans fell by 3.9 percent.
Posted inPhoto Galleries
PHOTOS | Selby Avenue JazzFest 2023: A sweet farewell as organizers retire
It was announced during the event that festival organizers and Golden Thyme Coffee and Café owners, Mychael and Stephanie Wright, had sold the beloved community establishment to Rondo Community Land Trust.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
FDA approves updated COVID-19 vaccines amid rising cases and hospitalizations
‘COVID-19 remains a leading cause of death in the U.S. and poses a significant threat to vulnerable populations, particularly as we enter peak respiratory virus season.’
Posted inLocal & State, News
Black Business owners convene to discuss concerns with Minnesota’s Congressional delegation
On Saturday, September 9, Pugh joined other local Black small business owners at Flava Café in St. Paul to write personal letters to Minnesota’s congressional delegation.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Mayor Frey taps Chief Judge Todd Barnette as community safety commissioner nominee
Mayor Frey selects Chief Judge Todd Barnette as nominee for community safety commissioner.
Posted inNational, News
What schools teach about 9/11 and the war on terror
While honoring the victims and helping a new generation understand the significance of these events are important, we believe there are inherent risks in teaching a simple nationalistic narrative of heroism and evil.
Posted inNational, News
Kamala Harris stands strong against racist attacks, affirms readiness to lead
‘They feel the need to attack because they’re scared that we will win based on the merit of the work that Joe Biden and I, and our administration, has done.’
Posted inLocal & State, News
Celebrating the benefits of family mealtime, Hy-Vee is offering 200 free dinners on Sept. 13
On Sept. 13, the Maplewood Hy-Vee will give away 200 meals on a first-come, first-served basis in its drive-through.
Posted inSports
Gauff thrills with first U.S. Open win
With her U.S. Open win, Gauff will now become the number-three-ranked player in the world, serving notice that her time has only just begun.
Posted inBlack Business Spotlight, Business
Black Business Spotlight: Sean Garrison Art
‘To me success is when I can generate enough revenue from my art to start programs and help people.’