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New book with Minneapolis roots tells ‘How Black Music Took Over the World’

New book with Minneapolis roots tells ‘How Black Music Took Over the World’

Musician Melvin Gibbs has built a career over decades nimbly crossing genres. He spoke with MPR News host Clay Masters about his new book, “How Black Music Took Over the World,” described as part memoir, part history and part science.
by Clay Masters and Gretchen Brown

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Drownings drive new safety effort for Minnesota kids with autism

Drownings drive new safety effort for Minnesota kids with autism

Fay Jede created Waeys Water Safety Foundation to honor her son who drowned after wandering from his home in 2024. She hopes to support mothers, especially in the East African community, with scholarships and information on water safety and kids with autism.
by Kyra Miles

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'We Are All Immigrants': After ICE surge, this group keeps up quiet resistance

'We Are All Immigrants': After ICE surge, this group keeps up quiet resistance

A group of men have handed out 500 armbands in Minneapolis. They hope to start conversations about their immigrant heritage amid federal immigration enforcement actions in the region.
by Clay Masters and Gretchen Brown

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High school student explores her Ojibwe identity and culture through fashion

High school student explores her Ojibwe identity and culture through fashion

A fashion show featuring Native students was held in northern Minnesota at Fortune Bay Resort Casino at the end of March. Adrionna Otis walked the runway for the first time, showcasing her beaded earrings and ribbon skirt she made. For Otis, creating wearable items helps her feel more connected to her Native identity and culture.
by Chandra Colvin

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