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North Minneapolis church home to Black and Jewish history turns 100
The First Church of God in Christ building in north Minneapolis, previously home to the Tifereth B’nai Jacob Synagogue, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2024.
Wildfire burning near Burntside Lake outside Ely forces evacuations
The Birch Bay Fire has burned about 25 to 30 acres near the North Arm of Burntside Lake, about eight miles outside Ely. Nine cabins have been evacuated.
O'Hara's departure can be 'reset' for Minneapolis policing settlement agreement
People who follow the City of Minneapolis’ settlement agreement with the Minnesota Department of Human Rights say the sudden departure of former police chief Brian O’Hara may not necessarily impede the city’s progress in complying with the agreement.
Celebrating Prince: The artist and his impact
If you are a Prince fan, listen to hear MPR News host Angela Davis talk about his legacy and a five-day celebration to honor his music and life.
Twin Cities residents honored with JFK Profile in Courage Award
The residents of the Twin Cities were honored Sunday with a John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award, for demonstrating “compassion and unwavering commitment to the ideals that sustain our democracy” during the federal immigration enforcement surge.