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Twin Cities parks plans aim to close equity gaps
Minneapolis parks equity plan is ahead of schedule with 46 capital projects completed and every neighborhood park on track for renovation by 2036.
Posted inSports
Ashley Moore: Changing the game on and off Camera
Ashley Moore joins KARE 11 as the station’s first Black female sports journalist, ready to cover the Lynx, tell community stories and bring new energy to Twin Cities sports.
Posted inOn the Radar
Poet and Cultural Producer Tish Jones Celebrates 20 Years of True Art Speaks
Poet and educator Tish Jones joins MSR’s On the Radar to discuss the True Art Speaks 20th anniversary, poetry and community work in the Twin Cities.
Posted inLocal & State
Target Pressured to Denounce ICE as Protests Escalate Across Minnesota
Protesters are urging Target to denounce ICE as demonstrations spread across Minnesota, citing federal raids, corporate silence, and growing community harm tied to immigration enforcement.
Posted inPolitics
Federal Lawmakers Call for ICE Abolition as Minnesota Leaders Push Eviction Moratorium
Minnesota lawmakers are calling to abolish ICE and pause evictions amid heightened federal enforcement and community fear.
Posted inLocal & State
Native Land Pod Hosts Town Hall in North Minneapolis Amid Federal Surge
Native Land Pod hosted a live town hall in north Minneapolis, bringing together community members, elected officials and organizers for discussions on policy, organizing and mutual aid.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Service providers double down on mutual support during ICE surge
Community groups report reduced turnout and growing need as ICE activity disrupts food access, harm-reduction services, and outreach across the Twin Cities.
Posted inArts + Culture
Line dancing cultivates joy, togetherness
She Cultivates brings line dancing, cultural connection, and community joy to Minnesota through inclusive, movement-based classes.
Posted inBlacklight On Sports
Blacklight On Sports Explores Art, Mentorship, and Legacy With Roosevelt Mansfield
Blacklight On Sports features photographer Roosevelt Mansfield, highlighting creativity, mentorship, and community storytelling.
Posted inPolitics
St. Paul’s new mayor pledges to stand up to Trump
Kaohly Her was sworn in as St. Paul’s first woman and Asian American mayor, outlining priorities on transparency, infrastructure planning, and resistance to federal overreach in her inaugural address.
Posted inLocal & State
Target’s DE&I pullback leaves Black local suppliers in limbo
Target’s billion-dollar DEI and supplier diversity push helped some Twin Cities Black entrepreneurs secure national shelf space, jobs and new revenue streams. With the retailer now pulling back from those equity commitments, Black-owned businesses and community partners are feeling the ripple effects in hiring, contracts and long-term wealth building, and are left questioning how durable corporate promises to Black communities really are.
Posted inArts + Culture
Fall into jazz: smooth sounds and star performances this season
The crisp, cool air of autumn is here, the fall colors are on full display, and soon some of jazz’s brightest stars will be too. Add to that a host of warm, colorful new recordings perfect for cozying up on chilly days ahead. Boney James and Kirk Whalum, two of today’s biggest contemporary jazz artists, […]
Posted inBusiness
Bank of America ups its minimum wage to $25
Bank of America has raised its U.S. minimum wage to $25 per hour, setting a new industry benchmark and expanding career pathways for entry-level employees while strengthening its commitment to inclusive growth across Minnesota.
Posted inEvents
Sweet Potato Comfort Pie Bakes for Healing After Tragedy
Sweet Potato Comfort Pie will lead a multi-site community bake to deliver nearly 300 pies to families, first responders, and partners after the Annunciation tragedy—turning shared grief into comfort, connection, and hope.
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New Habitat ReStore opens in Brooklyn Park
A new Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity ReStore has officially opened its doors in Brooklyn Park, offering affordable home improvement items, including donated, new, and gently used home goods. This marks the third ReStore in the Twin Cities and the first in the northwest metro area. Beyond budget-friendly furniture and appliances, proceeds from ReStore sales […]
Posted inBusiness
Joblessness spiking among Black women
Upcoming job fair addresses this emerging crisis Terace Johnson has her pulse on Minnesota’s employment picture. As CEO of Spotlight Staffing, Johnson heads a business that specializes in recruiting employees for multiple industries, including health care, finance, accounting, skilled labor, manufacturing and education. She’s spotting a trend that deeply concerns her. “I’m seeing a growing […]
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#MNBlackLife Photo Exhibit Showcases the Beauty and Resilience of Black Minnesota
#MNBlackLife, a new photo exhibit by photographer Bianca Rhodes, centers Black joy, community, and everyday brilliance in Minnesota. The one-night event is Wednesday, Oct. 22, 6–9 p.m., at 943 Payne Ave., Saint Paul. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; refreshments by Epic Graze.
Posted inJames on Jazz
Fall jazz lineup promises new albums and live performances
From Craig Taborn’s “Trio of Bloom” to JD Allen’s “Love Letters” and Charles Lloyd’s “Figure in Blue,” fall jazz in Minnesota is rich with new sounds and live highlights. The Dakota’s October slate features Kenny Garrett, Dee Dee Bridgewater with Bill Charlap, and Brandee Younger, with Herbie Hancock at the Orpheum.
Posted inFinance
Twin Cities R!SE fights Black unemployment with empowerment and opportunity
As Black unemployment rises to 7.5% nationally and 6.9% in Minnesota, Twin Cities R!SE doubles down on empowerment, coaching, and employer partnerships. From a new Legacy Gallery to union pathways at ~$34/hour, TCR focuses on careers that last—not quick fixes.