The Brownstone Jazz Club in Minneapolis is a new Uptown venue focused on live jazz, community connection, and creating space for local artists to grow.
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Federal seizure of couple in Uptown alarms community
A federal immigration stop in Minneapolis sparked outrage after witnesses described a violent confrontation, raising questions about immigration enforcement tactics and sanctuary city policies.
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Where help is always open: MARI Safe Station
The MARI Safe Station in Minneapolis provides a walk-in, low-barrier space where people struggling with addiction can receive support, recovery connections, and harm-reduction resources.
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MSR Digital Edition for December 25 – December 31, 2025
The MSR Digital Edition for December 25 – December 31, 2025 is now live. Explore community news, sports, arts, and events. Edition 21, Volume 92.
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As ICE actions heat up, leaders limit city’s cooperation
The Minneapolis City Council advanced updates to its separation ordinance to limit cooperation with ICE, strengthen reporting requirements, and reinforce a firewall between immigration enforcement and local policing.
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Mpls City Council budget prioritizes housing aid over MPD, mayor’s staff
The Minneapolis City Council approved its amended 2026 budget with more than $2 million directed toward housing programs, including Emergency Housing Vouchers and Stable Homes Stable Schools.
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Children to Share Holiday Wishes With Black Santa at AACWI Community Event
The African American Child Wellness Institute will host its first Visit with Santa event on December 13, offering children a chance to meet a Black Santa Claus while families enjoy free toys, books, refreshments, entertainment, and health screenings in a community centered setting.
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Target’s DEI pullback sows widespread distrust
BLCK Press founder Georgia Fort responds to Target’s decision to end its DEI programs, raising concerns about corporate accountability and support for Black-owned media.
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More Black history made at The Barn
Last Wednesday’s Minnesota-Alabama A&M women’s basketball game at Williams Arena was a historical one in nature. All three game officials were Black, the first time at The Barn this season. It was the only WBB game coached by a Black woman — second-year Dawn Thornton. “Even to hear the Negro National Anthem was something that […]
Posted inPolitics
Trumps’ new immigration fee and rules draw fire, lawsuit
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and a coalition of other states filed a federal lawsuit Friday, Dec. 12, challenging the Trump administration’s $100,000 fee on new H‑1B visa petitions, calling the policy unlawful and harmful to employers, essential services, and the broader U.S. economy. According to the California attorney general’s office, the lawsuit alleges that the […]
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Winter Wonderland offers kids gifts, joy and community
Be the Change MN hosted its annual Winter Wonderland event at the Mall of America, welcoming more than 1,000 Minneapolis students and families for a day of joy, care, and connection.
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Lutunji’s Palate Bakery and Cafe to Host Free Gourmet Meal Event
Lutunji’s Palate Bakery and Cafe will host 365 Days of Love, a free gourmet community meal event in Minneapolis on December 20.
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MSR Digital Edition for December 18 – December 24, 2025
The MSR Digital Edition for December 18 – December 24, 2025 is now live. Explore community news, sports, arts, and events. Edition 20, Volume 92.
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Funeral Arrangements Announced for Minneapolis Sound Legend Jellybean Johnson
Public funeral and celebration of life events have been announced for Minneapolis Sound pioneer Jellybean Johnson, honoring his legacy on December 20.
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Hennepin County considers reparations for Blacks, Indigenous
Hennepin County commissioners are moving forward with a proposal to establish a Reparations Research Task Force to examine historical racial harms and recommend ways to address inequities impacting Black and Indigenous residents.
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ICE ramps up operations in Minnesota following Trump remarks on Somali community
ICE operations at a Minneapolis Target store triggered protests and raised concerns about corporate cooperation, immigration enforcement, and community safety.
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Minnesota PROMISE Act Grants Offer Free Funding Support for Small Businesses and Nonprofits
Eligible Minnesota small businesses and nonprofits can apply for free funding through the MN PROMISE Act, with more than $49 million still available.
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Black and Somali MCTC students call for solidarity
MCTC students speak out about fear, immigration enforcement, and why Black and Somali communities must stand together.
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Roger Clarke: A life of courage, leadership, and lasting impact
Roger Clarke’s legacy at Augsburg University lives on through his leadership as a Black Student Union president, mentor, and advocate for equity during a critical moment in campus history.