Laphonza Butler has been serving as the President of EMILY’s List. The fundraising platform supports and funds women candidates and amplifies issues that disproportionately impact women.
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Posted inBlack Business Spotlight, Business
Black Business Spotlight: Syndicate Music Group
Syndicate Music Group is a business built on beats and songs.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Concerns mount over ‘extreme’ school board candidates in Minnesota
On Thursday, labor and advocacy groups gathered to speak out about certain board races, and how some candidates have controversial platforms.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Don’t forget to check your blood pressure
‘Stress can be a silent killer, and we’re not paying attention to that.’
Posted inLocal & State, News
Southside group attempts to rebuild trust in police
‘The MPD can’t provide public safety if the community won’t talk to them.’
Posted inLocal & State, News
City Council reneges on Third Precinct proposal
‘What we need is officers back in the Third Precinct. We need to identify a location there.’
Posted inLocal & State, News
Hennepin County attorney to handle investigation into Cobb killing
‘The old ways of silence and turning a blind eye are over. Accountability is coming no matter how hard you try to hide.’
Posted inLocal & State, News
The debate over police officers in schools
What has made school resource officers such a hot-button issue is that community members are divided on the use of SROs, regardless of the change in language.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Health department concerned about Stillwater water supply, but says it is safe to drink
The report found that, while the water does have elements that have concerned prisoners and their loved ones in the past several weeks, the water is safe to drink
Posted inSports, Twins/MLB
Champagne flows as Twins make the playoffs
‘The younger guys picked up the older guys, and that’s why we are here celebrating with champagne.’
Posted inNews
Hollywood labor dispute nears end as Writers Guild reaches tentative deal
The WGA representing over 11,000 screenwriters, said the 146-day strike might end with the announcement of a tentative agreement on Sunday, Sept. 24.
Posted inArts + Culture, Music
Usher set to headline 2024 Super Bowl halftime show
The appearance will mark Usher’s second appearance at the Super Bowl, following his 2011 performance alongside the Black Eyed Peas.
Posted inBlack Business Spotlight, Business, Featured
Black Business Spotlight: Thoroughbred Moving and Installation
‘It can’t just be about money. You have to be doing something that you’re passionate about.’
Posted inNational, News
Historic confirmation of Gen. Charles ‘CQ’ Brown Jr. signals milestone for representation
With Gen. Charles Quinton Brown Jr’s confirmation, the top two positions in the Pentagon are now held by Black men.
Posted inNational, News
Biden administration to ban medical debt from Americans’ credit scores
‘No one in this country should have to go into debt to get the quality health care they need,’ said Vice President Kamala Harris.
Posted inLocal & State, News
U of M joins St. Paul and Minneapolis school districts in ransomware attacks
‘If they can’t get any given group or organization to pay, they have that cyberattack as propaganda for future victims.’
Posted inLocal & State, News
Home for Good rally: Advocates call for work release of low-risk inmates
‘What we want is for our family members to come home and get to work and be able to pay taxes and to be able to properly care for their families.’
Posted inLocal & State, News
Metro Transit union authorizes strike
The union believes tying wages to the cost of living plus one percent provides a good safety net to safeguard their workers from future changes in the economy.
Posted inSports, Vikings/NFL
Racist attacks against Vikings’ Mattison echo Hank Aaron’s treatment
‘While unacceptable and disgusting, I’m not shocked at all. Some fans don’t respect Black athletes, they just like being entertained by them.’
Posted inLocal & State, National, News
Upcoming Minneapolis City Council candidate forums
The League of Women Voters Minneapolis is co-sponsoring fall forums with local community groups.