Increased ICE activity across Minneapolis is keeping residents home, reducing foot traffic and hurting local businesses.
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Nationwide Economic Boycott Calls for ‘Blackout the System’ During Holiday Shopping Week
A growing grassroots movement is urging Americans to pause their spending and labor during one of the nation’s busiest shopping weeks. The campaign, known as “Blackout the System,” has announced a week-long economic boycott from November 25 to December 2, coinciding with the Thanksgiving retail surge that includes Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Organizers describe […]
Black Friday on Broadway: Supporting Northside Entrepreneurs and Keeping Dollars Local
The West Broadway Business and Area Coalition is hosting Black Friday on Broadway, a two-day event featuring 30 local small businesses, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities, to support local entrepreneurs and keep spending within the community.
Youth Link provides life-changing support for young people
Rich Melzer, CEO of Youth Link, is leading the organization in providing a wide range of services to young people ages 16-experiencing homelessness.
