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Through powerful storytelling and community-driven journalism, BLCK Press reports on issues that matter most to Black communities—including justice, culture, policy, and resilience.
Minnesota legislature passes guaranteed paid leave
The Minnesota legislature passed a bill guaranteeing workers in the state paid sick and family leave time. Lawmakers say the measure...
Elijah Todd-Walden
May 10, 20232 min read
Community members celebrate Northside pride
(Courtesy of Northside Vibe) The Northside Vibe is a five day cultural event curated by local artist and North Minneapolis resident Joe...
Jasmine McBride
May 8, 20232 min read
Minnesota nurses, legislators respond to Mayo Clinic’s threat to pull funding
Minnesota State Senator Erin Murphy (DFL) speaks at a press conference with the Minnesota Nurses Association over Mayo Clinic's threats...
Elijah Todd-Walden
May 8, 20232 min read
Candy store mentors Black girls in business
Aretta-Rie Johnson helps out a young girls at her business, Fairy Tooth Candy Store, in St. Paul. Aretta-Rie Johnson opened The Tooth...
Jasmine McBride
May 8, 20231 min read
Mitchell Hamline conference focuses on well-being, secondary trauma for lawyers
Mitchell Hamline law school is hosting a conference called “Wellbeing In Law: Great in Theory, Better in Practice” to mark the 50th...
Jasmine McBride
May 5, 20232 min read
St. Paul police seek authorization to use drones
(Courtesy of City of St. Paul) The St. Paul City Council is considering an ordinance that would allow the St. Paul Police Department to...
Elijah Todd-Walden
May 4, 20232 min read
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