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.
Black History Month: Black Rosie the Riveters at Minnesota WWII Plant
One of this country’s rich stories during the war effort was the often overlooked contribution of Black men and women in the factories and offices of production plants across the country, especially in Minnesota.
One of this country’s rich stories during the war effort was the often overlooked contribution of Black men and women in the factories and offices of production plants across the country, especially in Minnesota.
Michelle Obama teams with Audible for new podcast
Michelle Obama’s recent celebrity-filled book tour is becoming a podcast.
Michelle Obama’s recent celebrity-filled book tour is becoming a podcast.
‘This is real’: Sesame Street’s first Black woman puppeteer fills ‘impactful’ role
Megan Piphus Peace never dreamed she'd be working on the same set she watched as a child — and inspiring young Black girls to pursue their passions.
Megan Piphus Peace never dreamed she'd be working on the same set she watched as a child — and inspiring young Black girls to pursue their passions.
'The Sound of Gospel' to celebrate music, culture in downtown Minneapolis
As a source of hope and inspiration, .the influence of Black gospel music on American culture is widespread. This weekend at North Central University in downtown Minneapolis, a local stage production will use "The Sound of Gospel" to take the audience on a journey.
As a source of hope and inspiration, .the influence of Black gospel music on American culture is widespread. This weekend at North Central University in downtown Minneapolis, a local stage production will use "The Sound of Gospel" to take the audience on a journey.
When will Harriet Tubman finally be on the $20 bill?
Obama administration Treasury Secretary Jack Lew had selected Tubman to replace Andrew Jackson, the nation’s seventh president, on the $20 bill. But that was years ago.
Obama administration Treasury Secretary Jack Lew had selected Tubman to replace Andrew Jackson, the nation’s seventh president, on the $20 bill. But that was years ago.
Black Americans weigh in on what’s needed to overcome racial inequality
Many say key institutions would need to be rebuilt, and that voting is one of the most effective ways to bring about change.
Many say key institutions would need to be rebuilt, and that voting is one of the most effective ways to bring about change.
Parades, festivals, expos: Black History Month events in 10 US cities
Just because your city didn’t make the list doesn’t mean there isn’t something going on for Black History Month, so be sure to check social media and search Google for local events.
Just because your city didn’t make the list doesn’t mean there isn’t something going on for Black History Month, so be sure to check social media and search Google for local events.
Slavery reparations: How the US can follow one town's effort to right dark past
Should Black Americans be compensated for generations of oppression? From local communities to the steps of Congress, a PBS documentary airing on this MLK Day highlights the debate over reparations for slave descendants.
Should Black Americans be compensated for generations of oppression? From local communities to the steps of Congress, a PBS documentary airing on this MLK Day highlights the debate over reparations for slave descendants.
Voices for Change special: Closing the Racial Wealth Gap
FOX 9 Anchor Dawn Stevens hosts “Closing the Racial Wealth Gap,” a 30-minute Voices for Change special featuring local experts on why the wealth gap exists and the solutions needed to close it.
FOX 9 Anchor Dawn Stevens hosts “Closing the Racial Wealth Gap,” a 30-minute Voices for Change special featuring local experts on why the wealth gap exists and the solutions needed to close it.
Legacy of Frederick McKinley Jones: Black Minnesota inventor pioneered refrigerated transportation
Frederick McKinley Jones was one of the most prolific African American inventors in our nation's history, and he called Minnesota home. His most famous invention helped create several new industries from frozen foods to supermarkets to fast food restaurants. FOX 9’s Maury Glover looks at the life and legacy of the King of Cool.
Frederick McKinley Jones was one of the most prolific African American inventors in our nation's history, and he called Minnesota home. His most famous invention helped create several new industries from frozen foods to supermarkets to fast food restaurants. FOX 9’s Maury Glover looks at the life and legacy of the King of Cool.
Black History Month: Focusing on pioneers
African Americans have lived in Minnesota since the late 1800s, and in the latter part of that century, some of them became the state's first black lawyers, doctors, and political officials. As part of Black History Month, FOX 9 dove more into who some of the early pioneers were.
African Americans have lived in Minnesota since the late 1800s, and in the latter part of that century, some of them became the state's first black lawyers, doctors, and political officials. As part of Black History Month, FOX 9 dove more into who some of the early pioneers were.
Minnesota African American Heritage Museum and Gallery offers Black History Month exhibit
The Minnesota African American Heritage Museum and Gallery is kicking off Black History Month with a new exhibit focusing on the migration of early African Americans in Southeast Minnesota.
The Minnesota African American Heritage Museum and Gallery is kicking off Black History Month with a new exhibit focusing on the migration of early African Americans in Southeast Minnesota.
Minneapolis' Black community reacts to shooting of Amir Locke
Black History Month celebrations kicked off at the Midtown Global Market on Saturday. But inside people had a lot on their minds, after the shooting of Amir Locke by Minneapolis Police on Wednesday morning.
Black History Month celebrations kicked off at the Midtown Global Market on Saturday. But inside people had a lot on their minds, after the shooting of Amir Locke by Minneapolis Police on Wednesday morning.
Midtown Global Market to host Black History Month celebrations
A Black History Month celebration will be held from 12-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 5. 2022 at the Midtown Global Market. From George Floyd to the recent MPD shooting death of Amir Locke, organizers say that the focus of the event is in on unity.
A Black History Month celebration will be held from 12-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 5. 2022 at the Midtown Global Market. From George Floyd to the recent MPD shooting death of Amir Locke, organizers say that the focus of the event is in on unity.
Black History Month: When and how it got started
Black History Month began as Negro History Week in February 1926 by historian Carter G. Woodson.
Black History Month began as Negro History Week in February 1926 by historian Carter G. Woodson.
Black History Month 2022 to celebrate 'Black Health and Wellness'
Black History Month 2022 starts on Feb. 1, and this year’s theme aims to focus on the importance of “Black Health and Wellness.”
Black History Month 2022 starts on Feb. 1, and this year’s theme aims to focus on the importance of “Black Health and Wellness.”
Celebrating African and Caribbean Culture: Dance fitness, drumming event to be held at MOA
One Black History Month event is aiming to preserve traditional African drumming and dance. Join Valerie Fleurantin Turner of VF Health Fitness Solutions, Korma Aguh-Stuckmayer of Afrocontigbo, Titambe West African Dance Ensemble at For the Culture: Afro-Caribbean Dance Celebration from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 3 at Lululemon inside Mall of America.
One Black History Month event is aiming to preserve traditional African drumming and dance. Join Valerie Fleurantin Turner of VF Health Fitness Solutions, Korma Aguh-Stuckmayer of Afrocontigbo, Titambe West African Dance Ensemble at For the Culture: Afro-Caribbean Dance Celebration from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 3 at Lululemon inside Mall of America.
Rally held for teacher who highlighted transgender activist during Black History Month
Outside the Minnetonka Public Schools district offices, a show of support was held Thursday for a teacher at the center of controversy.
Outside the Minnetonka Public Schools district offices, a show of support was held Thursday for a teacher at the center of controversy.
Rally held for teacher who highlighted transgender activist during Black History Month
Outside the Minnetonka Public Schools district offices, a show of support was held Thursday for a teacher at the center of controversy.
Outside the Minnetonka Public Schools district offices, a show of support was held Thursday for a teacher at the center of controversy.