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White House will hold economic summit for Asian American entrepreneurs in St. Paul
The summit marks the first Twin Cities meeting of the president’s Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. The post White House will hold economic summit for Asian American entrepreneurs in St. Paul appeared first on Sahan Journal.
North Minneapolis food shelf that has been a lifeline for Ecuadoran refugees to close for now
The Camden Collective, which provides food, clothing and a youth jobs program, will have a community celebration on Saturday before it goes dark. The post North Minneapolis food shelf that has been a lifeline for Ecuadoran refugees to close for now appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Minnesota AG, feds probing Nolosha-Lakeville development marketed to Somali families
Both the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office and federal authorities confirmed they are investigating the project, which is planned on land tied up in the Feeding Our Future case. The post Minnesota AG, feds probing Nolosha-Lakeville development marketed to Somali families appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Suspect who allegedly left $120,000 at home of Feeding Our Future juror pleads not guilty
A woman who authorities say left a bag of $120,000 in cash at the home of a Feeding Our Future juror pleaded not guilty to federal charges Thursday. Ladan Ali, 31, was charged with conspiracy to bribe a juror, bribery of a juror and corruptly influencing a juror. Ladan made her first appearance in federal court Thursday, and prosecutors did not seek to detain her.
Crossover harpist Brandee Younger brings blend of classical, funk, soul to Mill Ruins Park
Also this weekend, ‘Cucarachalandia’ reimagines a lowly bug as a symbol of Chicano, Mexican resilience, and Pride month wraps up with a parade and festival in Minneapolis. The post Crossover harpist Brandee Younger brings blend of classical, funk, soul to Mill Ruins Park appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Wells Fargo destroyed during Floyd unrest will be reborn as housing, small business and job center
Nonprofit Project for Pride in Living broke ground Thursday on the $62 million project, which will include apartment units for large families, along with an Afro Deli and other small businesses. The post Wells Fargo destroyed during Floyd unrest will be reborn as housing, small business and job center appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Feds charge five people in alleged bribery attempt during Feeding Our Future trial
Three Feeding Our Future defendants who just finished trial, including one who was acquitted, are charged along with two others with attempting to bribe a juror. The post Feds charge five people in alleged bribery attempt during Feeding Our Future trial appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Twin Cities’ BIPOC owned, operated farmers markets offer food, culture, community
Indigenous-owned Four Sisters’ Farmers Market, Black-owned People’s Market and others are creating safe cultural spaces for communities to access food. The post Twin Cities’ BIPOC owned, operated farmers markets offer food, culture, community appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Four-year collaboration pays off as nonprofits break ground on Minneapolis shelter and apartment complex
The four-story complex, just off Lake Street East, will boost shelter beds and provide transition services for residents to get into housing. The post Four-year collaboration pays off as nonprofits break ground on Minneapolis shelter and apartment complex appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Planned development for East African immigrants in Lakeville under investigation by state Labor Department
More than 150 buyers have put down $25,000 reservation fees for Nolosha’s Lakeville project. But the land is tied up in the Feeding Our Future case, and a state agency says the company lacks a building license. The post Planned development for East African immigrants in Lakeville under investigation by state Labor Department appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Bird flu risks are rising for farmworkers across Minnesota. Health experts have advice — and free protective gear.
After devastating the state’s turkey flocks, the influenza virus H5N1 is now appearing in cows and goats. The fear: Humans may be next. The state’s 100,000-plus farmworkers — including many undocumented workers — should look out for symptoms and take precautions. The post Bird flu risks are rising for farmworkers across Minnesota. Health experts have advice — and free protective gear. appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Minnesota activists say state prioritizes industry over public health, environment
A coalition of 16 groups say the state’s handling of Smith Foundry in Minneapolis and logging in the northwoods are examples of how it’s letting down the public. The post Minnesota activists say state prioritizes industry over public health, environment appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Genre-defying artist Lady Midnight confronts addiction, grief, and her Afro-Caribbean roots in latest album
From ethereal ballads to dance floor anthems, “Pursuit & the Elusive” embodies the St. Paul singer’s relentless pursuit of sonic liberation. The post Genre-defying artist Lady Midnight confronts addiction, grief, and her Afro-Caribbean roots in latest album appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Biden order streamlining path to citizenship for spouses could affect 40,000 Minnesotans
Immigration advocates say a plan announced by the Biden administration this week could streamline the path to citizenship for thousands of undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens in Minnesota. The plan allows undocumented immigrants the ability to “parole in place,” if they have lived in the U.S. for 10 or more...
Dive into Somali Week with performances, cultural events and a street fair
Celebrations kick off this weekend with a Somali Cultural Festival in Plymouth in the lead up to Somali Independence Day. They wrap up June 30 with a concert. The post Dive into Somali Week with performances, cultural events and a street fair appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Pianist Kavyesh Kaviraj debuts Indian-infused ‘Fables’ at Twin Cities Jazz Fest
This weekend’s arts events include a diverse roster at Jazz Fest; immigrant stories at the Southern Theater; a hip-hop Pride event; and fabric art exploring lotería and tarot. The post Pianist Kavyesh Kaviraj debuts Indian-infused ‘Fables’ at Twin Cities Jazz Fest appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Historic building damaged during George Floyd protests reopens as Black-owned business incubator
The Coliseum building on Lake Street will be the future home of the Du Nord Cocktail Room and a New Orleans-style restaurant. It will also have meeting and work spaces for neighborhood businesses. The post Historic building damaged during George Floyd protests reopens as Black-owned business incubator appeared first on Sahan Journal.
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