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Minneapolis-St. Paul November 13, 2023

Ilhan Omar faces Democratic primary challenge from candidate hitting her 'missteps'

Former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels announced that he will once against try to unseat Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., in the 2024 Democratic primary.

Culture November 8, 2023

Statue of Native American leader replaces toppled monument of Spanish missionary in California

A statue depicting Native American leader William J. Franklin Sr. has been unveiled in California, replacing one of St. Junípero Serra.

United Kingdom November 1, 2023

Black Lives Matter activist sentenced for fundraiser fraud; took thousands for expensive lifestyle: report

Black Lives Matter activist Xahra Saleem of London was sentenced to time behind bars after funneling tens of thousands of pounds into her personal account.

OPINION October 23, 2023

‘Mao’s America’ bears a terrifying resemblance to China that took 20 million lives. I know, I lived through it

‘Mao’s America’ bears a terrifying resemblance to China that took 20 million lives. I know, I lived through it. The Cultural Revolution canceled 3,000 years of history.

Books October 10, 2023

Biography of George Floyd, Geraldine Brooks’ ‘Horse’ both win Dayton literary awards

A George Floyd biography and a novel entitled “Horse" won awards from the Dayton Literary Peace Prize Foundation. They were chosen for their power to foster peace and social justice.

Media October 8, 2023

NY Times columnist roasts Kendi’s ‘antiracist’ philosophy as ‘strident, simplistic’

A New York Times columnist slammed "antiracist" thinker Ibram Kendi for his "simplistic" philosophy and the institutions that pushed it in 2020.

OPINION September 26, 2023

I used to lead protests against the police -- now, I'm working with them to keep communities safe

The only way to deal with police tragedies in the United States is to strengthen the bonds between law enforcement and community members.

OPINION September 25, 2023

It’s time to resurrect statues of heroes torn down by the mob. They are our national treasures

It’s time to resurrect statues of heroes torn down by the mob. Bringing back these national treasures sends a powerful message to those who tear down our culture.

Minneapolis-St. Paul September 19, 2023

Minneapolis police staffing level plummets to historic 4-decade low 3 years after George Floyd's death: report

Minneapolis police staffing dipped to a four-decade low last month, as the department struggles with recruitment and retention three years after George Floyd's death.

Minnesota September 13, 2023

Minneapolis faces millions in annual costs for compliance with court-ordered policing reforms

In response to court orders mandating an end to racially biased and unconstitutional policing practices in Minneapolis, substantial measures are being undertaken.

Atlanta September 5, 2023

Over 60 'militant anarchists' face RICO indictment over Atlanta 'Cop City' demonstrations, attacks on police

A RICO indictment in Fulton County, Georgia, targets over 60 "eco-activists" allegedly conspiring against the construction of an Atlanta police training facility.