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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.


Habitat for Humanity works to expand Black homeownership in the Twin Cities
(Elijah Todd-Walden/BLCK Press) Habitat for Humanity Twin Cities is pioneering a new way to provide resources and support for descendants...

Elijah Todd-Walden
Feb 13, 20232 min read


Celebrating “Black Love” this Valentine’s Day
The “Black Love” event will feature arts and crafts for all ages, self care activities, and tours of the Black Youth Arts Healing Center....

Jasmine McBride
Feb 10, 20233 min read


MN POST Board bans extremist views in new guidelines
POST Board chair Kelly McCarthy explains new officer guidelines at the initial draft vote on Dec. 9, 2022 (Elijah Todd-Walden/BLCK Press)...

Elijah Todd-Walden
Feb 9, 20231 min read


For NDN Way Comedy, laughter is the best medicine
For Rob Fairbanks, a sense of humor is not just a nice thing to have - it’s a tool for survival. “I've always been a firm believer that...

Ava Grace Pourier
Feb 9, 20231 min read


Mlima’s Tale takes a personal look at a cruel global industry
Ten Thousand Things Theater’s “Mlima’s Tale” by Lynn Nottage highlights the horrors of the destructive Ivory Trade. The story is seen...

Jasmine McBride
Feb 8, 20232 min read


City of Minneapolis evicts homeless camp at Lake and Hiawatha
Sanitation workers remove tents and belongings of residents of the Lake Street and Hiawatha Avenue homeless camp (Elijah Todd-Walden/BLCK...

Elijah Todd-Walden
Feb 7, 20231 min read
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