Since moving to Minneapolis in 1990, my career in public policy has included organizer for the Whittier Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP), the first approved by the city of Minneapolis, consultant to various neighborhoods NRP plans, tenant’s rights organizer in St. Paul, executive di…
“We bled, we got beat, we went to jail, we got murdered. Pay up.” said Harry “Spike” Moss. “Make sure they (young people) understand that there is a debt to be paid. We didn’t do any of this in vain.”
It is no accident that the very first amendment to the United States Constitution ensures the right to a free press.
Throughout my life, I have seen great advances in the cause of civil rights. I have been honored to work alongside many other community activists, leaders and elected officials to achieve some of those steps – including passage of Minnesota's landmark anti-discrimination laws in the 1950s an…
Some of us are so “woke” we’re sleepwalking.
“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” Maya Angelou
Less than a month before the Midterm elections, Professor Duchess Harris has released a new book, “Black Feminist Politics from Kennedy to Trump,” that examines the role of Black feminism in the era of President Donald Trump.
Winter is coming, and Miami or Los Angeles sound attractive to everyone who isn’t looking forward to ice fishing.
I attended the Hennepin County Candidate Forum at the New Creation Church hosted by Isaiah & Faith in Minnesota this past Saturday. At one time I didn't think our vote was important, until Trump became President. His divisive & hateful rhetoric towards the immigrants, Muslims & o…
A proud heritage, a propensity towards service built on tradition and culture is depicted in this beautiful image ‘One Endless Voice to Enhance Our Traditions’ poster celebrating National Hispanic Month September 15th – October 15th, 2018. One endless voice in harmony, oftentimes in two lang…
Do you find your hips swaying, your shoulders with a mind of their own when you hear the rhythm of the beat of a Spanish tune? Well, it’s no wonder. It may very well be in your blood, in your blood line that is.
Upon graduating from Augsburg University in May of 2013, my vision to work in sports was a tad cloudy.
It is truly a field of dreams … and it’s not in Iowa.
Hennepin County Commissioner Peter McLaughlin has been representing Minneapolis on the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners since 1991, yet, the county’s record on contracting with people of color is abysmal.
In his 27 years as the 4th District Hennepin County commissioner, Peter McLaughlin for the first time failed to receive the DFL Endorsement.
Insight News readers helped send me to Washington more than 12 years ago to fight for greater justice, more affordable health care, and peace. Standing up for our values in Congress has been one of greatest honors of my life. But now, I have to pursue a new challenge as Minnesota’s next Atto…
Insight News endorses Erin Murphy and Erin Maye-Quade for governor and lieutenant governor in Tuesday’s (Aug. 14) DFL primary.
As teams gear up for the NFL season, President Trump is reviving his destructive and diversionary attacks aimed at turning fans against players.
This past Sunday we celebrated Father’s Day.
Not sure where to start so I guess I’ll start by saying thank you to Mr. Al McFarlane for the opportunity and challenge to share my personal perspective through print media.
I was born to Janice and Richard but by God's grace, LeeRoy and Nadene Neal became my parents very early in my life.
About 55,000 students in Minnesota are celebrating high school graduation this month.
Open letter from the undersigned to Sen. Bobby Joe Champion and constituents of the 5th Congressional District of Minnesota
Bishop Fred W. Washington, presiding bishop for the Minnesota Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction of the Church of God in Christ, will be hosting the 2018 Auxiliaries in Ministry (AIM) Conference June 12 – June 16.
For those who do not know, I recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Communications.
Last week, I shared an article about blended families … the most complex of all relationship types.
This weekend my mother and I went to see Tyler Perry’s new movie “Acrimony.”
Film Review by Kam Williams
The “12 Strong” Interview
Film Review by Kam Williams
Time for some frank realities.
Kari Davis has been announced as the new branch director of the YMCA at the Cora McCorvey Center, 1015 N. 4th Ave., Minneapolis (formerly Heritage Park YMCA).
Endorsed by Insight News and the DFL
This past month I realized sometimes I am incapable of taking care of myself. Although I understand basic necessities like sleeping and eating, I don’t have a good track record of practicing self-care mentally or physically.
President Donald Trump needs a swift kick out of office along with his supporting cast – vice president and the others.
Leading with Art
Insight News founder and editor-in-chief, Al McFarlane, recently appeared on Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) to discuss race and the media. Below is a link to the Sept. 28 MPR conversation.
Yet again, the Black man is the ‘suspect’
My name is Abeni Hill and I am having a crisis … a quarter-life crisis.
The violence this past weekend in Charlottesville, Va., further underscores the urgency of rooting out domestic terrorists who have become more emboldened during the political rise of their chosen leader – now president – Donald Trump.
Cindy Kent is someone who seeks to use all of her gifts and talents. Kent is president and general manager of 3M's Infection Prevention Division and has been in the Twin Cities community for more than a decade.
Commentary by Harry Colbert, Jr., Managing Editor
Latest shooting shows her officers lack training, prone to violence
Where was Chief Harteau’s statement when her officers killed Jamar Clark?
On Feb. 20 the United Nations declared a state of famine in South Sudan. Man-made crisis and conflict had left 4.9 million in need of urgent food assistance and at least 100,000 in immediate danger of death by starvation.
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"Grind" by L.A. Trello and Tez Smiff. This song and video were produced through the Best Buy Teen Tech Center at Hope Community, a Phillips neighborhood resource center. Best Buy has partnered with Hope and other centers throughout the nation to provide technology access to those who may oth…
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