Minneapolis exhibit explores the horrors of gun violence
Every day in America, someone loses their life to gun violence. In a new exhibit, a local artist explores the widespread impact of what some deem a public health crisis.
Morrill Hall Takeover: The civil rights protest that changed the U of M
In January 1969, five Black students entered the University of Minnesota’s student records office and refused to leave. It would historically become known as the Morrill Hall Takeover.
The Pillar of St. Peter Claver: Rondo resident dedicates life to helping children
For nearly 70 years, St Peter Claver Catholic School has been an anchor in St. Paul's African American community. But one of the products of this neighborhood institution has been a pillar of the school as well.
Black-owned aviation store in St. Paul 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.
Gordon Parks exhibit at Minneapolis Institute of Art explores Black life
Gordon Parks bought his first camera when he was living in St Paul in the 1930s.
Recognizing the sacrifices and contributions of Black soldiers in America
There is quite a story buried in an unmarked grave at Crystal Lake Cemetery in Minneapolis.
Summit Academy OIC banking on new training program to change the face of finance in Twin Cities
Every year, roughly a thousand students at Summit Academy OIC study everything from IT technical support to construction to healthcare. Now the vocational school is banking on getting its graduates into a new line of work.
Hiking Hijabie: Hiking group helps connect Muslim community to the Great Outdoors
On a cloudy fall day in Victoria, for one group of hikers, a stroll through the great outdoors is more than just a walk in the park.
Black businesses growing, creating jobs a year after they were introduced to financial experts
A year ago, Black business owners in the Twin Cities were connected with financial experts to help learn how to move their businesses forward. On Wednesday night at the Capri Theater, their successes were celebrated.
Racist property language getting undone in Dakota County
Racist language built into some homeownership documents in the Metro area is surfacing and getting undone.
Minneapolis teen makes HBCU gymnastics history
A Minneapolis teenager is tumbling into history with a surprise recruitment landing her on the inaugural gymnastics team at a historically Black college in Alabama.
'Black Men Teach' molds next generation of Minnesota school teachers
"Black Men Teach" is molding the next generation of elementary school teachers, and organizers say a partnership with a major Minnesota foods manufacturer has been paramount to their success.
Trailblazing Minnesota dermatologist Dr. Charles Crutchfield III dies at age 62
Dr. Charles E. Crutchfield III was a trailblazer in the medical field. He ran a private practice in Eagan for a number of years, served as a clinical professor at the U of M Medical School and worked with the Twins, Vikings, Timberwolves, Wild, and Lynx.
Luxury retail store in North Loop is a one-stop shop for apparel, interior design
You're immediately surrounded by beautiful things the moment you step foot into MartinPatrick 3, and that's by design.
Minnesota queer Realtor helps families find homes after fleeing states with anti-LBGTQ laws
Buying a home is one of the most expensive and stressful life events. It can be an even more emotional experience for families who are relocating to Minnesota from a state where they feel their rights are under attack.
Minnesota AIDS Project: 40 years of supporting people diagnosed with AIDS
Approximately 10,000 Minnesotans are living with HIV and 300 more are diagnosed every year. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the first organization in the state dedicated to supporting them.
Open Arms Minnesota embraces culturally appropriate meals
Six days a week, volunteers at Open Arms Minnesota dish up comfort food for people who are critically or chronically ill.
Behind the scenes of the Twin Cities only bisexual TV program
For more than 20 years, BiCities has been giving a voice to an often misunderstood faction of the LGBTQ community through a weekly public television program. Today, the co-hosts say their mission is more important than ever before.
Longest running LGBTQ radio show celebrates 45 years
The longest running LGBTQ radio show in the country is celebrating 45 years on the air, broadcasting from the KFAI studios in Minneapolis every week since 1978.
Inside the growing LGBTQ archive in Minnesota
Archival collections like at the University of Minnesota play an essential role in gathering, storing, and making accessible critical artifacts that speak to the history and experiences of the LGBTQ+ community.