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Who speaks for the African American community?
October 31, 2003 - MPR’s Brandt Williams reports on who speaks for Black community. Reports includes comments from church leaders, an academic, a city council member, and resident of the community.
The allegation that police sexually assaulted a black man, whether true or not, rings believeable to african americans in the city
October 23, 2003 -
Day 2 reactions to polilce brutality allegations
October 15, 2003 - Community activists in Minneapolis expressed outrage today (WEDS) over allegations of police brutality by Minneapolis police officers. Minneapolis police have asked the FBI to investigate the allegation. Members of groups which represent several communities of color say they believe an African American male suspect was sexually assaulted while in custody Monday afternoon. The activists are demanding a federal civil rights investigation of the Minneapolis department. MPR's Brandt Williams reports
Word of Mouth: Tim Eriksen & Mirjana Lausevic / Kate Green poetry / Los Nativos / Arts round-up
September 26, 2003 - On this Word of Mouth program, MPR’s Marianne Combs presents a conversation with musician Tim Eriksen & vocalist Mirjana Lausevic; poetry reading by Minnesota poet Kate Green; a profile of St. Paul hip hop group Los Nativos; followed by a Word of Mouth segment on local arts and culture events.
Research says racial profiling occurs around Minnesota; study ordered by legislature
September 24, 2003 -
Firefighters laid off in Minneapolis budget cuts are hired back, most of them, anyway
September 22, 2003 - Nearly all of the Minneapolis firefighters who were laid off this spring will return to duty this week. The fire department was able to rehire 31 of the 32 active firefighters who lost their jobs due to city budget cuts. Department officials say they were able to rehire them after finding ways to save money and bring in additional revenue. Minnesota Public Radio's Brandt Williams reports
Urban design and housing contribute to inner city crime, according to a new study
September 19, 2003 -
Attendance stinks for Twins
September 5, 2003 -
The Midtown Public Market is located at the intersection of two major streets and multiple cultures in South Minneapolis
September 3, 2003 - The Midtown Public Market is located at the intersection of two major streets and multiple cultures in South Minneapolis. The market is based in one of the most diverse areas of the state, home to growing populations of asian, latino and African immigrant communities. Organizers hope these immigrant communities will play a large role in the market's success. Minnesota Public Radio's Brandt Williams reports:
30 members of the Minnesota Guard are heading to Afghanistan
August 20, 2003 - Thirty members of the Minnesota National Guard's 34th Military Police Company will be deployed to Afghanistan. The soldiers are expected to be on duty for a year, providing security support at an unnamed U.S. installation in the war torn country. This morning (WEDS), members of the Company and their families were honored at a deployment celebration held in Rosemount. Minnesota Public Radio's Brandt Williams reports

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