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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.


More Minnesotans than ever before rely on food shelves.
Once considered a lifeline, food shelves are now an integral part of how many households in Minnesota get their monthly food needs met.

Rebecca Gilbuena
Mar 62 min read
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Why is no one talking about the economic impact of the Blackout?
History shows that sustained organizing can lead to meaningful change, even against deeply rooted oppressive systems.Â

Rebecca Gilbuena
Mar 45 min read
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Hundreds Protest Against Trump Administration Policies at Minnesota State Capitol
SAINT PAUL, Minnesota — In response to widespread national unrest over recent federal policies, the 50501 Movement has organized two...

Georgia Fort
Mar 41 min read
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Invisible no more: Incarcerated artists exhibit humanity at Weisman Art Museum
A new exhibition at the Weisman Art Museum features the work of seven poets and prose writers in Minnesota state prison.

Rebecca Gilbuena
Feb 253 min read
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Boycotts, buy-ins and the upcoming Blackout
Corporations continue to profit from Black dollars while rolling back DEI. In response, a growing movement to disrupt the economy.

Rebecca Gilbuena
Feb 242 min read
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Attorney General sues Trump six times, says he won't stop
Donald Trump issued a slew of executive orders attacking civil rights. Attorney General Keith Ellison has filed six lawsuits since Jan. 20.

Rebecca Gilbuena
Feb 202 min read
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