A hero of the Underground Railroad buried in Minnesota
Known for his work on the Underground Railroad, William Goodridge is a legend in York, Pennsylvania. But this historical figure is also important for Minnesota because he’s buried in Minneapolis.
Known for his work on the Underground Railroad, William Goodridge is a legend in York, Pennsylvania. But this historical figure is also important for Minnesota because he’s buried in Minneapolis.
Underground Railroad hero buried in Minnesota
William Goodridge has a long history of working on the Underground Railroad and he is buried in Minnesota. FOX 9's Kelcey Carlson has the story.
William Goodridge has a long history of working on the Underground Railroad and he is buried in Minnesota. FOX 9's Kelcey Carlson has the story.
MN man breaking barriers from inside a cockpit
A Minnesota native, Woody Fountain, was the first Northwest (now Delta) Black pilot. That's not the only way Fountain broke barriers during his career as a pilot. FOX 9's Tim Blotz has more.
A Minnesota native, Woody Fountain, was the first Northwest (now Delta) Black pilot. That's not the only way Fountain broke barriers during his career as a pilot. FOX 9's Tim Blotz has more.
Black History Month: Author writes affirmations book for Black boys
The book, written by hip-hop documentarian & author Ace Clark, was created to uplift and inspire Black youth.
The book, written by hip-hop documentarian & author Ace Clark, was created to uplift and inspire Black youth.
Black-owned aviation store soars to new heights
As a pilot for United Airlines, Donnie Gardner has traveled the world. Now with his store in the historic Hamm Building in downtown St. Paul, he is trying to motivate others to do the same.
As a pilot for United Airlines, Donnie Gardner has traveled the world. Now with his store in the historic Hamm Building in downtown St. Paul, he is trying to motivate others to do the same.
AMC offering $5 movie tickets to celebrate Black History Month
For $5, moviegoers can see a select set of films starring or created by Black filmmakers and actors. Here's the list.
For $5, moviegoers can see a select set of films starring or created by Black filmmakers and actors. Here's the list.
Black History Month: Minnesota's alcohol business ownership
Minnesota currently has two Black-owned breweries and one distillery, making it home to some special history.
Minnesota currently has two Black-owned breweries and one distillery, making it home to some special history.
Alcohol business ownership part of Black History
Minnesota is home to part of Black history in the alcohol business, as a first-of-its-kind spirits distillery calls the state home. FOX 9?s Corin Hoggard explains.
Minnesota is home to part of Black history in the alcohol business, as a first-of-its-kind spirits distillery calls the state home. FOX 9?s Corin Hoggard explains.
Minnesota History Center exhibit looks at Black citizenship in the age of Jim Crow
Inside the Minnesota History Center, some pieces from the past are shedding a different light on the present. A new exhibit titled "Black Citizenship in the age of Jim Crow" looks at the resistance and resilience of African Americans in the 50 years following the Civil War.
Inside the Minnesota History Center, some pieces from the past are shedding a different light on the present. A new exhibit titled "Black Citizenship in the age of Jim Crow" looks at the resistance and resilience of African Americans in the 50 years following the Civil War.
Exhibit in St. Paul looks at Black citizenship fight
A new exhibit at the Minnesota History center in St. Paul looks back at Black citizenship during the Jim Crow era. FOX 9's Maury Glover has more.
A new exhibit at the Minnesota History center in St. Paul looks back at Black citizenship during the Jim Crow era. FOX 9's Maury Glover has more.
Black History Month: Anthony Anderson shares moment that altered course of his life in FOX’s ‘My Story’ series
“In a world where representation matters more than ever, we share ‘My Story,’” FOX Entertainment said.
“In a world where representation matters more than ever, we share ‘My Story,’” FOX Entertainment said.
Black History Month 2024 theme: African Americans’ influence on the arts in the US
This year’s theme highlights the influence Black artists have had on visual and performing arts, as well as literature, fashion, music, film, and much more.
This year’s theme highlights the influence Black artists have had on visual and performing arts, as well as literature, fashion, music, film, and much more.
University of St. Thomas voting rights symposium
The University of St. Thomas is marking Black History Month with a voting rights symposium. FOX 9's Se Kwon has the details.
The University of St. Thomas is marking Black History Month with a voting rights symposium. FOX 9's Se Kwon has the details.
The Capri lives on as Black cultural hub in north Minneapolis
Fresh off a multimillion-dollar renovation, leaders hope the Capri theater in north Minneapolis can be a catalyst for revitalization.
Fresh off a multimillion-dollar renovation, leaders hope the Capri theater in north Minneapolis can be a catalyst for revitalization.
The story of Fire Station #24, Minneapolis' all-Black brigade
Fire Station #24 was home to an all-Black crew of firefighters way back in the early 20th century. Decades later, it took a lawsuit to get the City of Minneapolis to open up firefighter hirings to minorities.
Fire Station #24 was home to an all-Black crew of firefighters way back in the early 20th century. Decades later, it took a lawsuit to get the City of Minneapolis to open up firefighter hirings to minorities.
The story of Fire Station #24, Minneapolis' all-Black brigade
It took a lawsuit and a federal order in 1971 to open up jobs to minorities in the Minneapolis Fire Department. But as far back as135 years ago, there were black men working as Minneapolis Firefighters and serving in leadership roles.
It took a lawsuit and a federal order in 1971 to open up jobs to minorities in the Minneapolis Fire Department. But as far back as135 years ago, there were black men working as Minneapolis Firefighters and serving in leadership roles.
Black History Month 2023: Here are notable historical figures who appeared on US postal stamps
Through the years, postal stamps have commemorated the achievements of African Americans and landmark moments that were pivotal to race relations in America.
Through the years, postal stamps have commemorated the achievements of African Americans and landmark moments that were pivotal to race relations in America.
Children's Theatre Company honors Black History Month
February is Black History Month, and the Children's Theatre Company in Minneapolis is hoping it can open the door to larger conversations through the stories it brings to the stage. Ann Joseph-Douglas, the Director of Education for the Children's Theatre joined the Fox 9 Morning News to discuss their outreach efforts.
February is Black History Month, and the Children's Theatre Company in Minneapolis is hoping it can open the door to larger conversations through the stories it brings to the stage. Ann Joseph-Douglas, the Director of Education for the Children's Theatre joined the Fox 9 Morning News to discuss their outreach efforts.
Minnesota activist turned author releases new book during Black History Month
A prominent fixture on the front lines of the social justice movement, local attorney and activist, Nekima Levy Armstrong is now an author.
A prominent fixture on the front lines of the social justice movement, local attorney and activist, Nekima Levy Armstrong is now an author.
Justice Alan Page discusses his life's many chapters
As part of Fox 9’s Black History Month coverage, Randy Meier sat down with JusticeAlan Page for a candid conversation.
As part of Fox 9’s Black History Month coverage, Randy Meier sat down with JusticeAlan Page for a candid conversation.