A Relic of Racism: The hidden history of discrimination behind a small house in Minneapolis
Minnesota has a reputation as a progressive northern state, but back in the ‘30s, racism and discrimination weren't just confined to the south.
Minnesota has a reputation as a progressive northern state, but back in the ‘30s, racism and discrimination weren't just confined to the south.
Minnesota scientist reflects on her contributions to Apollo 11 moon landing
The lunar landing launched the nation's space program into the stratosphere, but one of the people responsible for its success is still amazed at her accomplishment here on Earth.
The lunar landing launched the nation's space program into the stratosphere, but one of the people responsible for its success is still amazed at her accomplishment here on Earth.
Renewed effort to increase amount of Black farmers in Minnesota
There’s a renewed effort by some African-Americans to go into farming and become stewards of the land.
There’s a renewed effort by some African-Americans to go into farming and become stewards of the land.
The trauma Black people feel and the pathway to healing
Following the death of George Floyd this year, a number of local governments have declared racism a public health emergency.
Following the death of George Floyd this year, a number of local governments have declared racism a public health emergency.
Thriving While Black event offers resources to those in need
A Twin Cities-based virtual symposium hopes to address issues challenging the black community by bringing people together.
A Twin Cities-based virtual symposium hopes to address issues challenging the black community by bringing people together.
Vikings' George Floyd Legacy Scholarship recipient plans to bring positive change
Over the past few months, the Vikings have rolled out a number of initiatives in a push towards social justice.
Over the past few months, the Vikings have rolled out a number of initiatives in a push towards social justice.
Twin Cities principals band together to take on inequalities in education
From the cities to the suburbs, a group of Twin Cities-area principals is vowing to make educational practices in the state more equitable.
From the cities to the suburbs, a group of Twin Cities-area principals is vowing to make educational practices in the state more equitable.
Job fair aims to help people of color in the Twin Cities find work
Since launching four years ago in the Twin Cities, the People of Color Career Fair has worked to close the unemployment gap among people of color.
Since launching four years ago in the Twin Cities, the People of Color Career Fair has worked to close the unemployment gap among people of color.
Voices for Change: Math teacher painting portraits of victims of police violence
A math teacher by profession, one Minneapolis man is using the arts to promote solidarity.
A math teacher by profession, one Minneapolis man is using the arts to promote solidarity.
Voices for Change: 'Man Up Club' aims to mold men of character in Minnesota
Molding boys into men of character is the mission of a Twin Cities nonprofit for nearly 10 years.
Molding boys into men of character is the mission of a Twin Cities nonprofit for nearly 10 years.
'Black Boy, Black Boy:' Minneapolis author, illustrator use book to inspire kids of color
A local author and illustrator are hoping to inspire kids of color to chase their dreams.
A local author and illustrator are hoping to inspire kids of color to chase their dreams.
SEAD Project provides COVID-19 resources for Southeast Asian communities in Minnesota
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the Minneapolis-based Southeast Asian Diaspora (SEAD) Project provided hand sanitizers and face masks to Minnesota’s Southeast Asian communities.
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the Minneapolis-based Southeast Asian Diaspora (SEAD) Project provided hand sanitizers and face masks to Minnesota’s Southeast Asian communities.
Project Food Forest tackles rural food insecurity in southwestern Minnesota
Project Food Forest, a nonprofit organization based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is working to strengthen the connection between minority groups and the rest of the community to address food insecurity in Rock County.
Project Food Forest, a nonprofit organization based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is working to strengthen the connection between minority groups and the rest of the community to address food insecurity in Rock County.
Minneapolis chefs serve Native American elders during COVID-19 pandemic
Chefs of the Gatherings Cafe at the Minneapolis American Indian Center have been preparing healthy and delicious meals for the elderly in their community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Chefs of the Gatherings Cafe at the Minneapolis American Indian Center have been preparing healthy and delicious meals for the elderly in their community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Voices for Change: Twin Cities-based Project Diva International expands its reach
For more than 10 years, the Twin Cities area nonprofit Project Diva International has helped to shape the lives of black girls in Minnesota.
For more than 10 years, the Twin Cities area nonprofit Project Diva International has helped to shape the lives of black girls in Minnesota.
Young journalist shares experience covering tumultuous summer in Minneapolis
Last week, nine young journalists participated in the ThreeSixty Journalism's inaugural Digital Media Arts Camp where they remotely worked on photo essays, audio stories, illustrations, social media, and interactive digital stories.
Last week, nine young journalists participated in the ThreeSixty Journalism's inaugural Digital Media Arts Camp where they remotely worked on photo essays, audio stories, illustrations, social media, and interactive digital stories.
What can we do about the gap between white and Black homeownership rates in Minneapolis?
In Minneapolis, there is a shocking gap in homeownership rates between races.
In Minneapolis, there is a shocking gap in homeownership rates between races.
Voices for Change: How to close the racial and ethnic disparities exposed by COVID-19
In recent weeks, the COVID-19 pandemic has shed new light on racial and ethnic disparities in Minnesota.
In recent weeks, the COVID-19 pandemic has shed new light on racial and ethnic disparities in Minnesota.
St. Paul superintendent talks strategies to close achievement gap at schools
Racial disparities in Minnesota's education system have persisted for decades. In fact, some studies suggest the state has the worst achievement gaps in the country.
Racial disparities in Minnesota's education system have persisted for decades. In fact, some studies suggest the state has the worst achievement gaps in the country.
'Inclusion is key': Minnesota entrepreneur creates new brand for Black girls
After working years in the retail marketing industry, entrepreneur Audra Robinson is working to fill a void.
After working years in the retail marketing industry, entrepreneur Audra Robinson is working to fill a void.