‘We see other Somalians taking risks—it’s like, if that brother or that sister could do it, so can I.’
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Op-Ed: A Supreme Court that has eyes but refuses to see
This is not colorblindness, but rather the willful blindness.
Posted inNational, News
With Pres. Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan struck down, here’s what’s next
Just hours after the decision, President Biden announced a new effort to forgive student loans under the Higher Education Act of 1965.
Posted inNational, News
Justice Jackson on affirmative action ruling: ‘America has never been colorblind’
‘But deeming race irrelevant in law does not make it so in life. ‘
Posted inBlack Business Spotlight, Business
Black Business Spotlight: Harmonious Wellness
‘The most rewarding part has been seeing people’s health improve and seeing people start to feel better and look better.’
Posted inLocal & State, National, News
President Fayneese Miller opens up about her resignation from Hamline University
‘I have tried to do my best by making Hamline a welcoming and inclusive community for all. And, I think I have done that.’
Posted inNational, News
Supreme Court strikes down affirmative action
The conservative-led justices ruled 6-3 against the admissions policies at Harvard University and the University of North Carolina, a decision that will have widespread and lasting implications.
Posted inLocal & State, News
U.S. Postal Service reopens Longfellow office
‘Two years or three years is hard when you have no other way to send or receive your mail.’
Posted inLocal & State, News
Frey rolls out new government reforms
The MSR recently caught up with Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey to discuss a number of issues, including new reforms.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Community presses for answers after tragic loss of five young lives
‘It is our collective responsibility to honor their memories by advocating for justice for them, and to ensure that their legacy is always remembered.’
Posted inNational, News
Stamp honoring late Rep. John Lewis unveiled
Postal officials said the John Lewis Forever stamp is a lasting tribute to a remarkable individual who dedicated his life to making the United States a better place for all its citizens.
Posted inArts + Culture, Music
​Carbon Sound aims to bolster appreciation of Black musicÂ
‘The goal of my show is to brighten people’s day and make it a little bit better.’
Posted inBlack Business Spotlight, Business
Black Business Spotlight: Nadine’s Plus Size Boutique
‘I felt like there was a need in our community for plus-size clothing that’s more urban, more fashionable.’
Posted inArts + Culture
Summer Guide: June 22-28
The MSR’s guide to summer festivals, concerts, and activities for the week of June 22-28.
Posted inFeatured, Local & State, News
Acclaimed doctor Charles Crutchfield III passes
Renowned Minnesota dermatologist Charles E. Crutchfield III, MD, passed away on the morning of June 21.
Posted inNews
Twin Cities could see extended summer smog (updated)
The MPCA says we can expect more days ahead where air quality will degrade to dangerous conditions.
Posted inLocal & State, National, News
Community doubtful of real police reform despite DOJ investigation
The DOJ’s investigation found that Minneapolis police officers had engaged in patterns and practices of discriminatory policing.Â
Posted inNational, News
Juneteenth’s divisive history
‘Without confronting the horrors of the country’s bloody history through education, we run the risk of losing the willingness to go deep to do the work necessary to dismantle systems of inequality.’
Posted inLocal & State, News
Metro Transit service change with increased ridership
With ridership increasing and the agency saying its ongoing operator hiring efforts are successful, Metro Transit has restored some of its service cuts.
Posted inLocal & State, News
With graduation rates rising, are schools rebounding after the pandemic?
‘The gap between who can read a diploma and who is getting a diploma is growing.’