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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Minnesota native among first all-Black American crew to climb Mt. Everest
A Minnesota native will be part of the first-ever all-Black American expedition to the top of Mount Everest. Their goal is to bring more diversity to the great outdoors.
A Minnesota native will be part of the first-ever all-Black American expedition to the top of Mount Everest. Their goal is to bring more diversity to the great outdoors.
List of Twin Cities area Juneteenth celebrations
Juneteenth, also known as Black Independence Day, is being celebrated across the Twin Cities area by a number of local organizations.
Juneteenth, also known as Black Independence Day, is being celebrated across the Twin Cities area by a number of local organizations.
'Show Up' by local performer Joe Davis
Local educator, artist, and speaker Joe Davis performing his poem "Show Up."
Local educator, artist, and speaker Joe Davis performing his poem "Show Up."
Online resource looks to expand African American history in Minnesota classrooms
An online education resource called the African American Registry is trying to get into more Minnesota classrooms.
An online education resource called the African American Registry is trying to get into more Minnesota classrooms.
Pair of pioneers helped make history to integrate housing in Minneapolis
For four generations, a Twin Cities company has built or renovated thousands of homes in Minnesota. But, 60 years ago, it helped make history for African American families who wanted to own their own homes.
For four generations, a Twin Cities company has built or renovated thousands of homes in Minnesota. But, 60 years ago, it helped make history for African American families who wanted to own their own homes.
New bill aims to help even the field for Black farmers
The Justice for Black Farmers Act would create a new agency within the USDA to buy land and grant up to 160 acres at no charge to African Americans who are interested in starting their own farms.
The Justice for Black Farmers Act would create a new agency within the USDA to buy land and grant up to 160 acres at no charge to African Americans who are interested in starting their own farms.
Black Table Arts Cooperative prepares to open Longfellow space
A week from Thursday, a new cooperative will open in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis along Minnehaha Avenue.
A week from Thursday, a new cooperative will open in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis along Minnehaha Avenue.
How I-94 ripped apart the Rondo neighborhood and one group's plan to help restore it
If you’ve ever driven on I-94 through St. Paul, you traveled through an ugly chapter in the city’s history.
If you’ve ever driven on I-94 through St. Paul, you traveled through an ugly chapter in the city’s history.
Lending organization seeks to close financing gap for businesses owned by minorities, women and veterans
The gap in financing between Black-owned businesses and white-owned businesses is stark, and experts say COVID-19 has only worsened the situation.
The gap in financing between Black-owned businesses and white-owned businesses is stark, and experts say COVID-19 has only worsened the situation.
Realtors create Rondo Realty Group to help restore legacy of lost neighborhood
Shona Jackson and Malik Davis were born and raised in the historic Rondo Neighborhood in St. Paul – a once vibrant community, scarred by the construction of I-94 in the late ‘60s.
Shona Jackson and Malik Davis were born and raised in the historic Rondo Neighborhood in St. Paul – a once vibrant community, scarred by the construction of I-94 in the late ‘60s.
The Talk: 'A grim rite of passage' for families of color
For generations, African American parents have been warning their children about the potential dangers of being black in America.
For generations, African American parents have been warning their children about the potential dangers of being black in America.
Hopkins, Minn. principal pledges stronger focus on racial equality as students return to class
As more and more students in the Hopkins school district head back to the classroom, one principal is pledging not to return to the status quo.
As more and more students in the Hopkins school district head back to the classroom, one principal is pledging not to return to the status quo.
Reflecting on Dr. King’s message following turbulent year
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is usually marked by celebration and service, but for some this year the day will take on a different tone.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is usually marked by celebration and service, but for some this year the day will take on a different tone.
Minnesota lawyer starts firm to help minority-owned small businesses
A Minnesota attorney was inspired to bridge the knowledge divide between minority small businesses and lawyers, so she started her own law firm called Just Law.
A Minnesota attorney was inspired to bridge the knowledge divide between minority small businesses and lawyers, so she started her own law firm called Just Law.
Building a legacy: How Minnesota's first Black architect shaped St. Paul
There are only about a dozen or so Black architects practicing their craft in Minnesota, but one of the men who helped build the Twin Cities was the first African American architect in the state.
There are only about a dozen or so Black architects practicing their craft in Minnesota, but one of the men who helped build the Twin Cities was the first African American architect in the state.
MN Black Box: Minnesota woman is showcasing Black-owned businesses through new endeavor
With small businesses struggling to stay afloat nationwide, the pandemic is hitting Black-owned businesses especially hard. In our Voices for Change series, we are getting a look at how a local entrepreneur is showing support with hopes it pays off.
With small businesses struggling to stay afloat nationwide, the pandemic is hitting Black-owned businesses especially hard. In our Voices for Change series, we are getting a look at how a local entrepreneur is showing support with hopes it pays off.