Small businesses owned by women and people of color in St. Paul are bracing for tougher times after a recent federal rule quietly changed how equity programs operate. Earlier this month, The U.S. Department of Transportation ended the practice of automatically recognizing women and racial minorities as “socially disadvantaged” under the federal Disadvantaged Business Enterprise […]
Mayor Melvin Carter
Posted inLocal & State
St. Paul honors Rondo community leader Juanell Mims
Juanell Mims, a beloved matriarch and lifelong advocate for St. Paul’s historic Rondo neighborhood, was honored with proclamations celebrating her 94th birthday and her extraordinary contributions to the community, while her legacy continues to ripple outward through the creative work of her children.
Posted inEvents
People of Color Career Fair returns with broad support
The 13th Annual People of Color Career Fair will take place on April 15, 2024, at the Saint Paul RiverCentre, connecting professionals of color with over 50 top Minnesota employers, who will conduct on-the-spot interviews and offer free professional headshots.
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Eva Morrison, a beacon to Progressive Church
Eva Morrison, a dedicated church leader and pillar of her community, was honored by St. Paul’s Progressive Baptist Church for her decades of service and profound impact on the lives of countless individuals.
Posted inEducation
Principal comes full circle to address educational disparities
Cherise Ayers, Principal of St. Paul Central High School, is working to eliminate educational disparities by providing students with the resources they need to thrive, and advocating for a holistic approach to addressing the challenges faced by marginalized communities.
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St. Paul Mayor’s Budget Battle: Tough Choices Ahead for City Services and Police Response
St. Paul’s city council is debating a proposed $2.64 million budget reduction, including cuts to police overtime and spending on public safety, which could impact the police department’s ability to respond to emergencies and maintain public safety.
Posted inBusiness
St. Paul hosted National Conference on Black Cooperative Agenda
The National Conference on Black Cooperative Agenda was held in St. Paul, Minnesota, with the aim of making the city the cooperative capital of the country.
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OMG Studios: a cutting-edge addition to the Twin Cities recording scene
OMG Studios, a new recording studio and innovation lab, opened its doors in the historic Vandalia Tower building in St. Paul.
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Can guaranteed income help sustain families struggling with poverty?
‘I had read about this thing that he was doing around guaranteed income and it was just amazing,’
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Mayor Carter taps Axel Henry for St. Paul police chief
‘I’m confident that Chief Axel Henry will uphold the highest level of service our community has come to expect as we work to move our capital city forward.’
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St. Paul narrows police chief prospects to five
The city of St. Paul has announced the names of five candidates who are being considered as the next St. Paul police chief. The public will have the opportunity to learn more about them this week.Â
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Mayor Carter expands guaranteed income program with $500 monthly checks for low-income families
The guaranteed income pilot expansion will give 333 families a monthly payment of $500.
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U.S. mayors pledge restitution for slavery
Eleven U.S. mayors, from Los Angeles to tiny Tullahassee, Oklahoma, have pledged to pay reparations for slavery to small groups of Black residents in their cities…
Posted inOpinion
Residents: Proposed Lexington project could lead to gentrification
Carter, who recently called himself a “proud son of Rondo,” has refused to listen to the pleas of Rondo elders living directly across the street from the proposed luxury apartments.
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St. Paul guaranteed income pilot shows early success
St. Paul is only the second U.S. city along with Stockton, Calif. to launch a guaranteed income program.
Posted inCOVID-19
St. Paul to require face masks for City-controlled facilities, licensed businesses starting June 1
St. Paul Mayor signs orders to further support public health and safety alongside changes in public health guidance.
Posted inPhoto Galleries, Sports
‘Don’t try this at home!’ — Mayor Carter helps kick off Crashed Ice (photos)
Red Bull Crashed Ice returned to Saint Paul for the seventh consecutive year. The two-day event has brought in over 100,000 fans in previous years to watch men and women compete by skating down an obstacle course made of ice. Each year, the course is different, adding new aspects and a different level of competition. […]