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The Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder (MSR) enjoys a living legacy as the oldest Black-owned newspaper in the state of Minnesota and one of the longest-standing, family-owned newspapers in the country.
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Experts say the president calling reporter Catherine Lucey “piggy” mirrors documented patterns of emotional abuse. Advocates warn this behavior normalizes hostility toward women. Full MSR story: buff.ly/GpX6q4Y
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December 1, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Experts say the president calling reporter Catherine Lucey “piggy” mirrors documented patterns of emotional abuse. Advocates warn this behavior normalizes hostility toward women. Full MSR story: buff.ly/GpX6q4Y
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#MSRNews
Shout out to Nia’s Lewks, a Best of Black Business nominee. People say Nia is friendly, provides amazing service, cares about her work, and always shows excellence in everything she does.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #NiasLewks #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #NiasLewks #BlackOwnedMN
December 1, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Shout out to Nia’s Lewks, a Best of Black Business nominee. People say Nia is friendly, provides amazing service, cares about her work, and always shows excellence in everything she does.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #NiasLewks #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #NiasLewks #BlackOwnedMN
Check out this new podcast episode of Tracey’s Keepin’ It Real with Business. Episode 5 covers networking and mentorship for Black entrepreneurs with Tracey, Tav Treadway, and Tommy McNeal. New episodes drop Monday at 9 a.m. Listen here: buff.ly/F9St1AF
December 1, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Check out this new podcast episode of Tracey’s Keepin’ It Real with Business. Episode 5 covers networking and mentorship for Black entrepreneurs with Tracey, Tav Treadway, and Tommy McNeal. New episodes drop Monday at 9 a.m. Listen here: buff.ly/F9St1AF
Minneapolis teachers approved a new contract and avoided a strike, but educators say it still falls short for support staff and for schools serving Black communities where class sizes and staffing gaps remain. Full story: buff.ly/rxB3kwi
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#MSRNews
December 1, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Minneapolis teachers approved a new contract and avoided a strike, but educators say it still falls short for support staff and for schools serving Black communities where class sizes and staffing gaps remain. Full story: buff.ly/rxB3kwi
#MSRNews
#MSRNews
D’Angelo, the visionary behind “Brown Sugar,” “Voodoo” and “Black Messiah,” has passed at 50 after a private battle with cancer. His influence on Black music is immeasurable. Full MSR tribute: buff.ly/s7ts68D
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#MSRNews
December 1, 2025 at 12:05 AM
D’Angelo, the visionary behind “Brown Sugar,” “Voodoo” and “Black Messiah,” has passed at 50 after a private battle with cancer. His influence on Black music is immeasurable. Full MSR tribute: buff.ly/s7ts68D
#MSRNews
#MSRNews
Donika Kelly’s “The Natural Order of Things” blends love, memory and ancestral echoes into a vivid exploration of healing and renewal. Full MSR review: buff.ly/NETgqIZ
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#MSRNews
November 30, 2025 at 9:52 PM
Donika Kelly’s “The Natural Order of Things” blends love, memory and ancestral echoes into a vivid exploration of healing and renewal. Full MSR review: buff.ly/NETgqIZ
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#MSRNews
A new panel discussion around Dr. Gary F. Green’s “Playing the Game” exposed how Black athletes are stereotyped and dehumanized through labels and coded language. Full story: buff.ly/M9JweAw
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#MSRNews
November 30, 2025 at 6:38 PM
A new panel discussion around Dr. Gary F. Green’s “Playing the Game” exposed how Black athletes are stereotyped and dehumanized through labels and coded language. Full story: buff.ly/M9JweAw
#MSRNews
#MSRNews
Minnesota families are leading community based climate adaptation as rising energy costs and stronger storms hit low income neighborhoods hardest. Heat prep, flood safety and energy resilience are key strategies. Full story: buff.ly/6GMKq58
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#MSRNews
November 30, 2025 at 12:56 AM
Minnesota families are leading community based climate adaptation as rising energy costs and stronger storms hit low income neighborhoods hardest. Heat prep, flood safety and energy resilience are key strategies. Full story: buff.ly/6GMKq58
#MSRNews
#MSRNews
The future of George Floyd Square is back in debate as Minneapolis leaders revive a mixed use redevelopment plan. With competing visions for transit, pedestrian space and community design, the path forward remains unsettled. Full story: buff.ly/ioq0XMz
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#MSRNews
November 29, 2025 at 8:01 PM
The future of George Floyd Square is back in debate as Minneapolis leaders revive a mixed use redevelopment plan. With competing visions for transit, pedestrian space and community design, the path forward remains unsettled. Full story: buff.ly/ioq0XMz
#MSRNews
#MSRNews
Shout out to JaLisa’s Gorgeous Extensions, a Best of Black Business nominee. People say JaLisa works so hard and always delivers an incredible customer experience with high quality products.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #JaLisasGorgeousExtensions #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #JaLisasGorgeousExtensions #BlackOwnedMN
November 29, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Shout out to JaLisa’s Gorgeous Extensions, a Best of Black Business nominee. People say JaLisa works so hard and always delivers an incredible customer experience with high quality products.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #JaLisasGorgeousExtensions #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #JaLisasGorgeousExtensions #BlackOwnedMN
Transfers Savannah McGowan and Jada Hood took different paths but both came home to St. Thomas to play for coach Ruth Sinn and in front of their families. Read the MSR feature: buff.ly/jG4ts1N
#StThomas #Tommies #MSRNews
#StThomas #Tommies #MSRNews
November 29, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Transfers Savannah McGowan and Jada Hood took different paths but both came home to St. Thomas to play for coach Ruth Sinn and in front of their families. Read the MSR feature: buff.ly/jG4ts1N
#StThomas #Tommies #MSRNews
#StThomas #Tommies #MSRNews
Congress and advocates are pressing for full transparency after high-profile names were blacked out in the Epstein files. Survivors say the redactions raise concerns about political interference and protected power. Full story: buff.ly/RVk07pG
November 29, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Congress and advocates are pressing for full transparency after high-profile names were blacked out in the Epstein files. Survivors say the redactions raise concerns about political interference and protected power. Full story: buff.ly/RVk07pG
Sister Spokesman hosts Pause. Breathe. Heal. on Dec. 6 at NorthPoint Conference Center. A wellness day with a panel, rest spaces, vendors, music and community care. More details: buff.ly/nNYOm7W
November 28, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Sister Spokesman hosts Pause. Breathe. Heal. on Dec. 6 at NorthPoint Conference Center. A wellness day with a panel, rest spaces, vendors, music and community care. More details: buff.ly/nNYOm7W
Shout out to Cobble Social House, a Best of Black Business nominee. The cocktail menu is incredible, the bartenders are passionate, the vibe is intimate, and the service is always a perfect 10 out of 10.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #CobbleSocialHouse #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #CobbleSocialHouse #BlackOwnedMN
November 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Shout out to Cobble Social House, a Best of Black Business nominee. The cocktail menu is incredible, the bartenders are passionate, the vibe is intimate, and the service is always a perfect 10 out of 10.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #CobbleSocialHouse #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #CobbleSocialHouse #BlackOwnedMN
Wicked: For Good delivers a stunning finale with powerful performances from Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande and visuals that elevate the story to new heights. Full MSR review: buff.ly/cdEw1eR
#WickedForGood #MSRNews
#WickedForGood #MSRNews
November 28, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Wicked: For Good delivers a stunning finale with powerful performances from Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande and visuals that elevate the story to new heights. Full MSR review: buff.ly/cdEw1eR
#WickedForGood #MSRNews
#WickedForGood #MSRNews
A federal raid in St. Paul left workers and families terrified as masked agents wearing only “POLICE” labels detained employees and used pepper balls on protesters. City leaders say the tactics erode trust.
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St Paul federal raid sparks outrage after masked agents detain workers
St Paul federal raid at Bro Tex sparked outrage as masked agents detained workers and community leaders condemned the lack of transparency and rising fear.
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November 28, 2025 at 6:28 PM
A federal raid in St. Paul left workers and families terrified as masked agents wearing only “POLICE” labels detained employees and used pepper balls on protesters. City leaders say the tactics erode trust.
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#MSRNews
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#MSRNews
Minnesota civil rights leaders urge shoppers to keep the Target boycott going through the holidays, citing DEI rollbacks, layoffs and falling stock prices as proof it’s working. Read the MSR story: buff.ly/jONUWHr
#MSRNews #DEI
#MSRNews #DEI
November 28, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Minnesota civil rights leaders urge shoppers to keep the Target boycott going through the holidays, citing DEI rollbacks, layoffs and falling stock prices as proof it’s working. Read the MSR story: buff.ly/jONUWHr
#MSRNews #DEI
#MSRNews #DEI
Minneapolis remembers Jellybean Johnson, a joyful architect of the Minneapolis Sound whose drumming, solos, and mentorship changed lives. Read our tribute: buff.ly/CdEjnSc
#Minneapolis #MSRNews
#Minneapolis #MSRNews
November 28, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Minneapolis remembers Jellybean Johnson, a joyful architect of the Minneapolis Sound whose drumming, solos, and mentorship changed lives. Read our tribute: buff.ly/CdEjnSc
#Minneapolis #MSRNews
#Minneapolis #MSRNews
Shout out to Crowns Headspa, a Best of Black Business nominee. People say the ambiance and atmosphere are top tier. A true relax and reset space worth celebrating.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #CrownsHeadspa #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #CrownsHeadspa #BlackOwnedMN
November 27, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Shout out to Crowns Headspa, a Best of Black Business nominee. People say the ambiance and atmosphere are top tier. A true relax and reset space worth celebrating.
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #CrownsHeadspa #BlackOwnedMN
#BestOfBlackBusinesses #CrownsHeadspa #BlackOwnedMN
Maya Washington is speaking out about rewritten history and the harm it causes legacy athletes, including her father, Hall of Famer Gene Washington. She is pushing for NIL protections and accountability. Read the MSR story: buff.ly/3Xwtzsw
#NIL #MSRNews
#NIL #MSRNews
November 27, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Maya Washington is speaking out about rewritten history and the harm it causes legacy athletes, including her father, Hall of Famer Gene Washington. She is pushing for NIL protections and accountability. Read the MSR story: buff.ly/3Xwtzsw
#NIL #MSRNews
#NIL #MSRNews
Target’s retreat from DEI commitments is leaving some Black local suppliers in limbo. Twin Cities entrepreneurs who once grew through REACH now face stalled momentum and fragile partnerships. Read the MSR story: buff.ly/3vadWCq
#Target #DEI #BlackBusiness #MSRNews
#Target #DEI #BlackBusiness #MSRNews
November 27, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Target’s retreat from DEI commitments is leaving some Black local suppliers in limbo. Twin Cities entrepreneurs who once grew through REACH now face stalled momentum and fragile partnerships. Read the MSR story: buff.ly/3vadWCq
#Target #DEI #BlackBusiness #MSRNews
#Target #DEI #BlackBusiness #MSRNews
A Minneapolis man survived being shot after warning MPD about his neighbor for months. Two women who reported similar threats did not survive. Read the MSR investigation: buff.ly/sF0XCns
#Minneapolis #MPD #PublicSafety #PoliceAccountability #MinnesotaNews #MSRNews
#Minneapolis #MPD #PublicSafety #PoliceAccountability #MinnesotaNews #MSRNews
November 27, 2025 at 8:49 PM
A Minneapolis man survived being shot after warning MPD about his neighbor for months. Two women who reported similar threats did not survive. Read the MSR investigation: buff.ly/sF0XCns
#Minneapolis #MPD #PublicSafety #PoliceAccountability #MinnesotaNews #MSRNews
#Minneapolis #MPD #PublicSafety #PoliceAccountability #MinnesotaNews #MSRNews
Minneapolis kicks off winter with the Winterapolis Light Up on Nov. 28. Enjoy markets, music, crafts, trolley rides, and a citywide lighting ceremony at 6:05 p.m. Full details in the MSR story: buff.ly/41mtvrd
#Minneapolis #Winterapolis #HolidayEvents #WinterFun #MSRNews
#Minneapolis #Winterapolis #HolidayEvents #WinterFun #MSRNews
November 27, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Minneapolis kicks off winter with the Winterapolis Light Up on Nov. 28. Enjoy markets, music, crafts, trolley rides, and a citywide lighting ceremony at 6:05 p.m. Full details in the MSR story: buff.ly/41mtvrd
#Minneapolis #Winterapolis #HolidayEvents #WinterFun #MSRNews
#Minneapolis #Winterapolis #HolidayEvents #WinterFun #MSRNews
Food resources are available!
WIC and SNAP remain open and Hennepin County is processing applications. We’re here to help you find and afford food.
Apply now: buff.ly/CMshjkP
WIC and SNAP remain open and Hennepin County is processing applications. We’re here to help you find and afford food.
Apply now: buff.ly/CMshjkP
November 26, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Food resources are available!
WIC and SNAP remain open and Hennepin County is processing applications. We’re here to help you find and afford food.
Apply now: buff.ly/CMshjkP
WIC and SNAP remain open and Hennepin County is processing applications. We’re here to help you find and afford food.
Apply now: buff.ly/CMshjkP
Sister Spokesman is hosting Pause. Breathe. Heal., a wellness event built for rest, balance, and community support. Enjoy a panel, vendors, music, food, and space to recharge.
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#SisterSpokesman #MSREvents
buff.ly/mRFbDP8
#SisterSpokesman #MSREvents
November 26, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Sister Spokesman is hosting Pause. Breathe. Heal., a wellness event built for rest, balance, and community support. Enjoy a panel, vendors, music, food, and space to recharge.
buff.ly/mRFbDP8
#SisterSpokesman #MSREvents
buff.ly/mRFbDP8
#SisterSpokesman #MSREvents