Fremont Fun Fest returns August 5 with food, music, and health resources for the North Minneapolis community. Hosted by Neighborhood HealthSource, this free event offers on-site HIV/STI testing, Narcan training, and support services in a celebration of care and connection.
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New Champlin studio makes podcasting more accessible
Former Fox 9 anchor Dawn Stevens and husband Landen have opened Minnesota Podcast & Content Studio in Champlin, a new space designed to help entrepreneurs and creatives produce high-quality content.
Posted inAnother View
Players, coaches show their stuff at NBA Summer League
NBA Summer League gave Minnesota natives Jamison Battle, Dawson Garcia, and Curtis Jones the chance to prove they belong in the league. Coaches used the event to level up, too.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Cancer survivor becomes a doula for others on the journey
2025 Bush Fellow Talaya Dendy is a 14-year cancer survivor who now supports others as a cancer doula through her organization On the Other Side. Her work focuses on health equity, emotional care, and breaking systemic barriers in cancer support.
Posted inBusiness
MN PROMISE Act offers small businesses ‘life-changing capital’
The PROMISE Act has expanded. Minnesota small business owners in North and South Minneapolis and South St. Paul can now access up to $1.5 million in financing for commercial property, refinance unfair contracts, and get one-on-one business support from MEDA.
Posted inPhoto Galleries
Honoring a Hometown Legend: Dave Winfield Celebration at Toni Stone Field
A photo gallery honoring MLB legend Dave Winfield at Toni Stone Field in St. Paul. The day included a statue announcement, tributes, and memories of legacy and leadership.
Posted inBlack Business Spotlight
The Birth Revolution
Nadine Ashby is creating a radical shift in birth work. The Birth Revolution centers Black, queer, and trans birthing people through affirming training, support, and joy-filled community care.
Posted inLocal & State
Chanda Smith Baker to head Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation
Chanda Smith Baker will become CEO of the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation on August 25. The longtime civic and philanthropic leader brings decades of experience rooted in community, equity, and systems change.
Posted inThe Prep Scene
Dave Winfield honored in St. Paul
Dave Winfield’s statue is coming to St. Paul. For journalist Mitchell Palmer McDonald, the celebration brought back a memory of a promise Winfield kept to a young reporter, one that changed everything.
Posted inLocal & State
Cop who killed Amir Locke now teaching use-of-force tactics
Civil rights leader Nekima Levy Armstrong is demanding the removal of Sgt. Mark Hanneman from his MPD training role. Hanneman fatally shot Amir Locke during a no-knock raid in 2022.
Posted inObituaries
Remembering Rose Marie Atlas
Rose Marie Atlas, of North Minneapolis, passed away on July 7, 2025. A funeral service will be held July 24 at Open Door Evangelistic World Ministries.
Posted inObituaries
Remembering William (Bill) C. Thomas
William “Bill” C. Thomas, longtime HR executive and advocate for education and equity, passed away May 14 at age 86. A celebration of life will take place August 9 at the Humphrey Institute.
Posted inCommunity Voices
Federal cuts mean more Minnesotans will go hungry
Second Harvest Heartland says new federal SNAP cuts will harm up to 150,000 Minnesotans. The anti-hunger nonprofit urges residents to speak out and advocate for change.
Posted inBlacklight On Sports
Sports, Justice, and Speaking Truth to Power Featuring Nekima Levy Armstrong
This week on Blacklight On Sports, civil rights leader Nekima Levy Armstrong joins the conversation on athletes, activism, race, and what justice looks like on and off the field.
Posted inLocal & State
HCMC faces allegations of racial bias, harassment, discrimination
Civil rights attorneys and health care advocates are urging the Hennepin County Board to launch a third-party investigation into HCMC following allegations of racial and gender discrimination, retaliation, and institutional harm.
Posted inBusiness
McDavid Marketing empowers entrepreneurs
McDavid Marketing founder Chanelle McDavid is helping entrepreneurs across the country launch and scale businesses with confidence. Since 2017, she’s supported over 300 small businesses through formation, branding, credit building, and digital strategy.
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Smart choices for your next sick day
Learn how to choose the right place to go when you’re sick or injured—emergency room, urgent care, telehealth, or your doctor—and avoid surprise medical bills.
Posted inLynx/WNBA
Whalen gladly back coaching
WNBA Hall of Famer Lindsay Whalen returns to the All-Star Game as an assistant coach for Team Collier. After two years away from coaching, the Minnesota Lynx legend says she’s right where she belongs — back in the gym.
Posted inAnother View
NBA Summer League keeps us busy in Vegas
Minnesota Timberwolves guards Terrance Shannon Jr. and Rob Dillingham are showing poise and potential in their second NBA Summer League. With strong performances and coach praise, they’re part of a broader Minnesota basketball presence in Vegas.
Posted inOdds and Ends
De La Salle grad and Colts rookie is feeling blessed
Indianapolis Colts rookie Jalen Travis reflects on his first months as a pro football player. The DeLaSalle grad and Minneapolis native is embracing the grind of OTAs and looking ahead to fall training camp with a deep sense of gratitude and drive.