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Court approves restrictions on MPD use of force during peaceful protests
The agreement prohibits the city from arresting, threatening to arrest or using physical force like chemical agents, flash bang grenades and foam-tipped bullets against people engaging in lawful demonstrations. 
Young pastor with deep roots in Black church ‘keeps it very real’
Thirty-year-old Elijah McDavid III is the senior pastor at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church in north Minneapolis. He’s continuing the long standing role of the Black church playing an active role in helping the community, but doing it with his own style.
Twin Cities at forefront of guaranteed basic income experiment
Minneapolis and St. Paul are at the forefront of a national experiment which involves giving people $500 a month with no strings attached.
Argentina-Mexico World Cup match brings people together in Minnetonka restaurant
More than 100 people filled the space at DelSur Empanadas Argentinas to watch the World Cup victory for Argentina 2-0 against Mexico. Fan support at DelSur favored the victors, but for many, the gathering at the Minnetonka restaurant was about more than a soccer game.
How a basketball jersey can open pathways for Native opportunities
Artist Sarah Agaton Howes (Anishinaabe) designed warmup jerseys for the University of Minnesota women’s basketball team. They debuted during a game last Sunday that also included jingle dress dancers, traditional drumming and land acknowledgment in honor of Native American Heritage Month.
Skyway vacancy offers chance of a lifetime for clothing maker
Rammy Mohamed used to make clothes in her basement. Now she’s opened a highly visible boutique in the St. Paul skyway.
Vigil for transgender victims draws crowd mourning Colorado Springs shooting
People packed a Minneapolis event Sunday for the annual Transgender Day of Remembrance, looking for somewhere to be together to grieve the mass shooting at a Colorado Springs LGBTQ nightclub the night before.
Promoting Hmong culture: Fashion and music at the Armory
Hmong Nouveau presented viewers with a mix of fashion and music, showcasing Hmong designers, dancers, choreographers and musicians.