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Obama on George Floyd's death and the 'maddening' normalcy of racism

Obama on George Floyd's death and the 'maddening' normalcy of racism

Former President Barack Obama has responded to the Minneapolis death that has set off protests and drawn national attention, including President Trump's. Read his full statement.
by Dana Farrington

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Looted and smoldering, ‘Lake Street, the great street’ braces for more

Looted and smoldering, ‘Lake Street, the great street’ braces for more

As anger over the death of George Floyd led to violence and looting, a commercial corridor known for its mix of mom-and-pop businesses starts to pick up the pieces. 
by Jon Collins

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St. Louis County commissioners delay vote — again — on refugee resettlement

St. Louis County commissioners delay vote — again — on refugee resettlement

The northeastern Minnesota county tabled a vote in January on whether to consent to refugee resettlement. Despite hours of passionate debate Tuesday, the board voted again to delay the decision until federal courts weigh in on the issue.
by Dan Kraker

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Unemployment claims up — way up — among Asian Minnesotans

Unemployment claims up — way up — among Asian Minnesotans

At a time when Asian Americans are reporting experiences with bigoted abuse because of COVID-19, they’re also reporting a surge in unemployment. The trend has created uncertainty about how Asian-owned businesses will survive. 
by Riham Feshir

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To figure out who's a citizen, Trump administration is using these records

To figure out who's a citizen, Trump administration is using these records

After failing to get the now-blocked citizenship question onto 2020 census forms, the Trump administration is turning to IRS tax forms, Medicaid data and Interior Department law enforcement records.
by Hansi Lo Wang

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