When nation's freeways were built, Black communities paid the price
An exhibit at the Hennepin History Museum shows how construction of freeways across the country divided and destroyed Black communities, with effects still felt today.
Photographer John Noltner continues his quest to find peace in America
To counter a growing divisiveness he witnessed as he traveled, he launched "A Peace of My Mind," a multiyear, multimedia arts project sharing stories of the courage and kindness of everyday people.
A new kind of Native American dance troupe
Since its founding six years ago, the group has quickly gained attention: It had a cameo in the 2016 music video "Stand Up/Stand N Rock" with Taboo of the Black Eyed Peas and performed at the Sydney Opera House in 2019.
Howard University student wants more Black girls and women to discover rugby, so she started a team
Howard student creates club team, one of a very few at HBCUs.
Through loss and illness, teen boys in Blaine turn to each other for strength
Two teens learned at an early age that sometimes the best thing a friend can do is just be there.
Richfield woman's handmade cards remind the grieving they aren't forgotten
Twenty-five years and hundreds of cards later, Mary Jane Steinhagen reminds us of the healing power of empathy.
Inspired conversations: Changing Minnesota's educational system by leading Black boys to literacy
Keenan Jones reflects on his work, what drives him and what solutions he believes will give Black boys their best chance at success.
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