Social Issues

Minneapolis officials say police force numbers are starting to rebound
After several years of declining numbers, Minneapolis city officials say the size of the police force is showing signs of growth. It will be the first time since 2020 that the department will see an increase in sworn officers.
As passions flare over the topic of immigration in national debates, residents of Worthington engaged in a much more nuanced conversation on the topic, sharing stories of how their families settled in the town in search of common ground.
How to say ‘Kamala’ — and why it makes a difference
As Vice President Harris has risen up in the political world, the name “Kamala” is getting more airtime. And on the campaign trail, Harris’ name is often intentionally mispronounced by her opponent.
Minneapolis honors Bernadette Anderson with commemorative street on city‘s north side
A north Minneapolis street will bear the name of Bernadette Anderson, an outspoken advocate for civil rights for African Americans. Anderson also had a reputation for offering tough love and for keeping an open door to young people who need help, including an upstart musician who went by the name Prince.
Minnesota‘s oldest Black newspaper celebrates 90 years in print
The Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder turns 90 this week. We spoke with one of their veteran reporters about how the paper has changed since he began working there over 30 years ago.
Breaking community defends b-girl Raygun and is hopeful for return to Olympic program
In a show of support on Sunday, the head judge of the breaking competition said 36-year-old university professor Rachael Gunn was just trying to be original. And the breaking federation says it has offered mental health support in the wake of online criticism.