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Prosecution, defense make a last stand in Feeding Our Future trial before jurors begin deliberations
Prosecutors and defense attorneys gave closing arguments Friday in the Feeding Our Future fraud trial. The post Prosecution, defense make a last stand in Feeding Our Future trial before jurors begin deliberations appeared first on Sahan Journal.
‘Loyal to his oath’: Slain Minneapolis officer remembered for his heroism
Officer Jamal Mitchell was among the four killed after responding to reports of gunshots in the south Minneapolis Whittier neighborhood. The post ‘Loyal to his oath’: Slain Minneapolis officer remembered for his heroism appeared first on Sahan Journal.
St. Paul Public Schools go big on geothermal energy, using the earth to heat and cool buildings
Geothermal power is having a moment in Minnesota. One of the biggest early adopters is St. Paul Public Schools. The post St. Paul Public Schools go big on geothermal energy, using the earth to heat and cool buildings appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Feeding Our Future defendant says ‘highly respected’ community member recruited him
Mukhtar Shariff shifted blame for the alleged fraud onto the community member, Mahad Ibrahim. Mahad became Mukhtar’s business partner in a company that is accused of stealing federal funds designated to feed underserved children. The post Feeding Our Future defendant says ‘highly respected’ community member recruited him appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Musical sculptures celebrate resilience of BLM movement at show near George Floyd Square
Twin Cities arts events this weekend include Douglas Ewart’s show at the Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center; the 54th annual Edina Art Fair; and a show by artist Duk Ju L. Kim at NE Sculpture. The post Musical sculptures celebrate resilience of BLM movement at show near George Floyd Square appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Feeding Our Future fraud suspect testifies in his own defense, witnesses saw food being distributed
Mukhtar Shariff’s attorneys presented evidence that his company purchased $1.5 million worth of food, and called witnesses from the Dar Al Farooq Center who say they saw food distributed at the Bloomington mosque. The post Feeding Our Future fraud suspect testifies in his own defense, witnesses saw food being distributed appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Minnesota housing advocates chalk up modest wins at the Legislature this year
New rights for renters who are crime victims; easier ways to verify income; and more funding for emergency rental assistance are among the gains during a contentious session. The post Minnesota housing advocates chalk up modest wins at the Legislature this year appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Feeding Our Future fraud trial nears end; only one defendant will call witnesses in his defense
Jurors could begin deliberating in the case early next week. Seven defendants are being jointly tried for allegedly stealing $41 million from the federal government. The post Feeding Our Future fraud trial nears end; only one defendant will call witnesses in his defense appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Millions of dollars are available in federal and state energy rebates. How can you take part?
Local groups are connecting Minnesotans to benefits that can save them money while lowering carbon emissions. The post Millions of dollars are available in federal and state energy rebates. How can you take part? appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Driver charged with second-degree assault after hit-and-run at south Minneapolis mosque
According to charges, the driver had a history of trespassing at Alhikma Islamic Center, with the most recent incident occurring last week. The post Driver charged with second-degree assault after hit-and-run at south Minneapolis mosque appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Legislative stumble puts Roof Depot project at risk, forcing supporters to close $5.7 million funding gap
When the Minnesota Senate failed to beat the legislative session buzzer to pass a bonding bill at midnight Sunday, it threw a wrench in community plans to take over the long contested Roof Depot building in south Minneapolis. The East Phillips Neighborhood Institute and its allies won a major victory...
New Minnesota law limits districts’ ability to hire special education teachers without training
The change was necessary to maintain federal special education funding. But one education advocate said it went too far, and will lead teachers to jump to other specialties. The post New Minnesota law limits districts’ ability to hire special education teachers without training appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Hmong Arts Festival celebrates the qeej with master players, acrobatic performances
The traditional bamboo pipe takes center stage at the RiverCentre; more than 20 local soul acts perform at U.S. Bank Stadium; and the Red Eye Theater features “Works-in-Progress” by BIPOC artists. The post Hmong Arts Festival celebrates the qeej with master players, acrobatic performances appeared first on Sahan Journal.
St. Paul Foundry fights pollution control order in court as community seeks answers
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency ordered Northern Iron to limit pollution due to concerning data; now the company is resisting the demands in court. The post St. Paul Foundry fights pollution control order in court as community seeks answers appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Hit-and-run at Minneapolis mosque investigated as possible bias crime
A suspect in a vehicle struck an employee with the Minnesota chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations. The victim suffered non-life threatening injuries. The post Hit-and-run at Minneapolis mosque investigated as possible bias crime appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Meet the boss: Join Sahan Journal for a live community conversation with Black entrepreneurs who’ve made it in Minnesota.
On Thursday, May 30, Sahan Journal will host a discussion at Capri Theater’s Paradise Community Hall, in Minneapolis. Come meet and hear from Black entrepreneurs about their journey and tips on becoming a boss in Minnesota. The post Meet the boss: Join Sahan Journal for a live community conversation with Black entrepreneurs who’ve made it in Minnesota. appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Time to reset, reflect: Group plans vigil on fourth anniversary of George Floyd’s death
Other events this weekend include panel discussions, a documentary film screening, a rally and a prayer event. The post Time to reset, reflect: Group plans vigil on fourth anniversary of George Floyd’s death appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Opinion: My mother was proud of her work as a midwife. Then we came to America and her credentials didn’t count.
Many immigrants are shut out of skilled jobs at a time when the U.S. needs them most. The right policies can change that. The post Opinion: My mother was proud of her work as a midwife. Then we came to America and her credentials didn’t count. appeared first on Sahan Journal.
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