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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.


“She Didn’t Cause That Crash”: A Mother’s Fight for Justice for Camille Dennis-Bond
For nearly four years, Crystal Bond has lived in two worlds: one as a full-time property manager, the other as a relentless advocate for...
BLCK Press Staff
Aug 27, 20254 min read


Brooklyn Park Small Business Center Celebrates Two Years of Community-Driven Growth
The Brooklyn Park Small Business Center (BPSBC) marked its second anniversary with an open house, celebrating the achievements of its members while outlining new initiatives to support the city’s diverse entrepreneurial community. As the Center steps into its third year, the goals are to reach full occupancy, expand programming, and continue adapting spaces to meet community demand.

Rebecca Gilbuena
Aug 26, 20253 min read


Creating Worlds Where Black Kids Can Fly: Minneapolis Painter Brit Sigh on Marcus and Khyah
Painter Brit Sigh, based in northeast Minneapolis, is building a fantastical world around his recurring characters Marcus and Khyah—Black children with butterfly wings who embody resilience, imagination, and joy.

Rebecca Gilbuena
Aug 20, 20253 min read


Israel’s Gaza Invasion Sparks Global Outcry and Minnesota Faces Pressure to Divest
Minnesota’s State Board of Investment (SBI), which controls billions in public pensions, continues to hold an estimated $5.4 billion in Israel bonds, weapons manufacturers, and companies linked to the genocide. Despite intense public pressure, the board—chaired by Governor Tim Walz—has repeatedly delayed or restricted meetings.

Rebecca Gilbuena
Aug 18, 20253 min read


Hennepin County Attorney Backs Effort to Overturn Bryan Hooper’s 1998 Murder Conviction
Bryan Hooper, imprisoned for 27 years for the 1998 murder of Ann Prazniak, may soon have his conviction vacated after the state’s key trial witness recanted and confessed to the killing. Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced her office will join the Great North Innocence Project’s petition for post-conviction relief, citing compelling new evidence and multiple recantations from incentivized witnesses.

Rebecca Gilbuena
Aug 12, 20252 min read


Housing Workers Fear Homelessness Surge as State Ends Stabilization Program
When the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) announced on August 1 that it was pulling the plug on the state’s Housing...

Rebecca Gilbuena
Aug 12, 20252 min read
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