Remembering Mel Reeves: Activist, reporter dies from COVID-19 complications
Community members are mourning the death of longtime activist and local newspaper reporter Mel Reeves Thursday. He died at the age of 64 from complications related to COVID-19, according to those close to him.
Teen artists address racism in exhibit at Minneapolis Institute of Art
A new exhibit at the Minneapolis Institute of Art showcases the creative talents of dozens of students in the metro. The focus of their work is addressing racism as a public health crisis through art.
Minneapolis coach promoting well being in new Phys Ed curriculum
A local youth sports leader is making gym class about more than just jumping rope and push-ups. After the pandemic, Coach Tim Williams reimagined how he could deliver a sports curriculum to impact his community in a positive way.
MLK Now 2022 seeks to spark conversation about changing the socioeconomics of Black community
MLK Now 2022 will be a day of conversation that focuses on the economics, culture, education, home ownership, racial justice, healthy living and mental stability.
bell hooks, acclaimed author, feminist, dies at 69
bell hooks, the author, educator and activist whose explorations of how race, gender, economics and politics intertwine made her among the most influential feminist thinkers of her time, has died.
Edith's House helps people experiencing homelessness find a place to call home
A woman who was once left homeless herself after escaping an abusive relationship in the 90s has turned a home in north Minneapolis into a shelter to help others in need.
FOX 9 Voices for Change Thanksgiving special
FOX 9's Voices for Change was created last year to showcase stories of change in our community and give a microphone to those who want to make Minnesota and the nation a place where everyone has a chance to grow and thrive.
Black churches play special role in Minneapolis history
The contributions of African Americans throughout the history of Minneapolis are undeniable. FOX 9’s Maury Glover examined the role black churches played in the development of the city of lakes.
Rondo Land Bridge project could get boost from federal infrastructure funds
Supporters of a proposal to put a cap over part of I-94 in St. Paul believe the new trillion-dollar infrastructure law could give their plan a boost.
Hmong Cultural Center Museum opens its doors after vandalism attack
The Hmong Cultural Center Museum in St. Paul was supposed to have its grand opening a couple of months ago. But the launch was delayed by an act of vandalism - until now.
Mdewakanton Sioux cultural center reopens in Shakopee
All month long, the history and culture of Native Americans across the country will be celebrated. And for one local indigenous community, Native American Heritage Month is also an opportunity to learn.
Oldest Black newspaper in Minnesota to headline new season of 'Small Business Revolution'
For nearly 90 years, the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder has informed, inspired, and educated the Twin Cities African American community.
Union Hmong Kitchen opens in Minneapolis' North Loop food hall
Over the past five years, Union Hmong Kitchen has done about 100 pop-ups around the country, and now the award-winning culinary operation has found a permanent home.
19th annual Twin Cities Black Film Festival underway in downtown Minneapolis
Nearly two decades later, Natalie Morrow’s Twin Cities Black Film Festival is still rolling. This year’s festival celebrates the 19th anniversary on October 21-24 at the Radisson Red Hotel in downtown Minneapolis.
Plymouth artist creates 'Melanin Magic: A Coloring Book Featuring Fantasy Beings of Color'
An artist from Plymouth, Minnesota wants to help children of color see themselves in a different light.
Rebuilding Minneapolis: Pillsbury United invests in properties damaged after murder of George Floyd
From Lake Street in south Minneapolis to West Broadway on the north side of the city, hundreds of buildings were damaged or destroyed in the days following the murder of George Floyd. A local nonprofit is now working to buy some of those properties in a push to revitalize underinvested communities.
Grants at University of St. Thomas make higher education more attainable
The University of St. Thomas' School of Engineering is taking steps to make higher education more attainable.
Edina residents work to discharge racial covenants in property deeds
For more than 20 years, Jeff Hall has called the historic Country Club neighborhood of Edina home. He was shocked to learn his property deed contained a racial covenant, designed to bar people of color from buying a home there.
Voices for Change: Two-time breast cancer survivor advocates for early detection awareness
The month of October kicks off Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The annual campaign has become a lifelong mission for one local woman.
Voices for Change: Sounds of Blackness celebrates 50 years of music
50 years later "Sounds of Blackness" continues on as an elite music ensemble. Go inside the rehearsal room as the group readies to drop their latest album.