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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.
Minneapolis police postpones shutting down homeless encampment, citing possible violence
One of the volunteers standing in front of a makeshift barricade. (Elijah Todd-Walden/BLCK press) Dozens of people arrived at “The...
Elijah Todd-Walden
Dec 29, 20222 min read
Changing the narrative, one video at a time
Youth Lens 360 creates opportunities for young creatives interested in video production and empowers them to dismantle mainstream media...
Jasmine McBride
Dec 23, 20222 min read
St. Paul City Council plans to establish commission for reparations
Trahern Crews addresses the St. Paul city council (Elijah Todd-Walden/BLCK press) The St. Paul City Council held a public hearing on...
Elijah Todd-Walden
Dec 22, 20222 min read
Twin Cities writing group holds space for Black women's words, lives
Fifteen years ago writer Carolyn Holbrook started “Twin Cities Black Women Writing” to create a space specifically for Black women...
Jasmine McBride
Dec 22, 20222 min read
Creating space for grieving and healing through art
Performer Pedra Pepa in she who lives on the road to war. (Valerie Oliveiro/Rosy Simas Dance) Rosy Simas Danse is hosting an immersive...
Elijah Todd-Walden
Dec 21, 20222 min read
Women of color are making valuable connections… over brunch
Brown Skin Brunchin’, which hosts networking events for women of color, is coming to Minneapolis on January 15. Founded in 2018, Brown...
Aaliyah Demry
Dec 16, 20222 min read
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