Twin Cities activist Jonathan Mason sat down with Black Light on Sports to discuss moving beyond athletics, combatting food deserts, and building the region’s first Black-owned USDA-certified processing facility.
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What’s Hot: Twin Cities Weekend Events, August 28 to 30
The Minnesota State Fair is officially open, and there’s plenty more happening around the Twin Cities this weekend, from Musiq Soulchild at the Dakota to Playfessionals’ Country Club Weekend.
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Registration now open for the 2026 Minnesota Library Association
Registration is officially open for the 2026 Minnesota Library Association Annual Conference. Discover how library workers across Minnesota are coming together virtually to recharge and sustain the profession.
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Free family concerts to take over Minneapolis music venues
Free live music for the whole family is hitting Minneapolis neighborhood hubs this fall. Check out the 9-week schedule featuring shows at The Capri, First Avenue, Hook & Ladder, and more.
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MPHA approves $6 million for Heritage Park, but affordable housing delays follow
Following months of community outcry, the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority approved a $6 million funding package to stabilize Heritage Park.
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17 Years of culture and community, Southside Back in the Day returns
Southside Back in the Day returns for its 17th annual celebration this Labor Day weekend at Phelps Park. Catch live performances from Jamela Pettiford, local vendors, and family activities.
Posted inThe Prep Scene
Fab Five Photos
As high school football season nears, stadiums across the Twin Cities are getting ready for packed stands and big plays. Check out this week’s Fab Five photo spread spotlighting local prep powerhouses.
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Impact of federal operations focus of first Minnesota Truth Council public meeting
As Minnesotans process the fallout from recent federal enforcement, the Minnesota Truth Council opens public hearings to establish an accurate record of events.
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Minneapolis holds Day of Service to honor Annunciation community
Marking one year since the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church, Minneapolis residents are channeling grief into community action through service, unity, and shared light.
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Black Business Spotlight: Zoma House creates a path for artists in Minneapolis
Uzoma Ngwu launched Zoma House in Minneapolis to bring music, film, fine art, and food under one roof. Here’s how she’s carving out a physical haven for underrepresented creatives.
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Community input wanted as Minneapolis searches for new police chief
Following the resignation of former chief Brian O’Hara, Minneapolis is inviting residents to share their vision for the city’s next top cop.
Posted inAnother View
Could this college athletes’ union finally stick?
Previous attempts to unionize college players for some reason or another failed without getting any meaningful traction. Over 100 women’s college basketball players last month signed union cards with the new United College Athletes Association (UCAA). The Oregon State players at the same time filed a formal petition with the state for collective bargaining. In […]
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How a Fridley coffee shop lost half its staff over a Nintendo system and its plans to rebuild
When a dispute over a video game system pushed staff to walk out, it exposed months of tension over culture, communication, and workplace leadership at Fridley’s Clapping Monkey.
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AI won’t take your job overnight, but it will change it, local strategist says
Local strategist Dwayne Dixon reveals why judgment and lived experience matter more than ever, and how Black professionals can turn tech shifts into real leverage.
Posted inFirst Educator
Robert S. Abbott: Defender of justice
Robert S. Abbott launched The Chicago Defender to combat Jim Crow and champion equality. Dr. Artika R. Tyner explores how parents and caregivers can use his legacy of unrelenting tenacity to inspire young changemakers today.
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Culpepper’s early flashes give Twins a look at their future
Rookie shortstop Kaelen Culpepper is already making waves in a Minnesota Twins uniform. Sports Columnist Charles Hallman breaks down Culpepper’s big-league adjustment, praise from veterans, and what his arrival signals for the franchise.
Posted inOpinion
When a Black child dies without answers, grief has nowhere to go
Rev. Sheila Johnson explores the psychological toll and collective trauma Black communities face when tragedies like the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells remain shrouded in mystery.
Posted inMSR On the Radar
MSR On the Radar: Devin Boeing is revolutionizing tech education in Minnesota
In the ever-evolving world of technology, 26-year-old Devin Boeing is creating a pipeline for the next generation, ensuring they are equipped with the tools and knowledge to have a seat at the tech table. Boeing is the CEO and founder of Cryptic Institute, where he teaches technology and finance to everyday people. In a recent […]
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WIN: Tickets to See CeCe Winans at the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand
MSR is giving away five prize packs of tickets to see gospel legend CeCe Winans’s More Than This World Tour at the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand on Sept. 7. Entry is free, just sign up.
Posted inLocal & State
Minneapolis residents and local Spider-Man drive out Jake Lang, escorted by MPD, drawing outrage
When white supremacist Jake Lang brought his hate speech to Minneapolis City Hall, over 100 community members and one local ‘Spider-Man’, made sure he knew he wasn’t welcome. But as MPD shielded the far-right group, residents were left asking who the city actually protects.