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.

St. Paul man works to connect people of color with jobs in banking, IT

After spending more than a decade in the banking industry, a St. Paul man is branching out on his own. In his new role, Clement Marriot is working to connect people of color to careers in banking and finance.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.