Chris Coleman

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• A multi-generational plea for social justice activism from Josie Johnson and her granddaughter

  On this MPR News Presents program, a broadcast of local 2020 Habitat for Humanity event in with longtime civil rights activist Josie Johnson and her granddaughter Josie Duffy Rice. The two talk about the importance of "passing the activism torch." Johnson says that not only do we need more justice, fairness, and opportunity...but we need a commitment to believing that social justice work matters and is long-lasting.

  Feb. 23, 202153 minSave
• Mayor Chris Coleman discusses Central Corridor LRT and other city items

  St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman joins Midday to answer questions about city schools, jobs, parks, transportation, the Central Corridor LRT, development, and taxes. Coleman also answers listener questions.

  Apr. 21, 201159 minSave
• St. Paul through the eyes of the mayor

  St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman joins Midday to discuss the challenges facing his city, and the achievements that have been made in the past year. Coleman also answers listener questions.

  Mar. 13, 200859 minSave
• Chris Coleman inaugurated as St. Paul's new mayor

  MPR’s Marisa Helms reports on Chris Coleman being sworn in as the 45th mayor of St. Paul. In his first speech as mayor, Coleman emphasized the city's growing diversity and the need for citizen involvement and cooperation.

  Jan. 3, 2006Save
• R.T. Rybak and Chris Coleman meet and greet over lunch

  MPR’s William Wilcoxen reports on current mayor of Minneapolis and the future mayor of Saint Paul meeting for lunch at local Italian restaurant to congratulate one another on their respective victories in yesterday's elections. Mayor R.T. Rybak, Mayor of Minneapolis; and Chris Coleman, Mayor-elect of Saint Paul say they expect to replace the two cities' rivalry with a new era of cooperation on issues that affect both Twin Cities.

  Nov. 9, 2005Save
• Chris Coleman & R.T. Rybak talk about their mayoral election wins

  The citizens of Minnesota's two largest cities cast resounding votes in their mayoral elections, sweeping Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak to a second term and choosing Chris Coleman as the next St. Paul Mayor over incumbent Randy Kelly. What will the election mean for the Twin Cities?

  Nov. 9, 200559 minSave
• Meet the Candidates: Twin Cities mayoral candidates make their pitch

  As part of the Meet the Candidates series, Midday presents interviews with six mayoral candidates…St. Paul mayoral candidates include Green Party candidate Elizabeth Dickinson, incumbent Mayor Randy Kelly, and former City Councilman Chris Coleman. Minneapolis mayoral candidates include Hennepin County Commissioner Peter McLaughlin, incumbent Mayor R.T. Rybak, and Green Party candidate Farheen Hakeem.

  Sep. 8, 200554 minSave
• MPR says it will stay in St. Paul and expand in current space

  MPR’s Bill Catlin reports on Minnesota Public Radio announcement to expand its headquarters in downtown St. Paul. The non-profit will acquire a building across the street from its current headquarters for nearly $8 million. The package also includes a vacant piece of land, and will be financed by grants and a $3 million city loan.

  Oct. 18, 2001Save
• A Congressional debate at the State Fair

  MPR’s William Wilcoxen reports how the race to succeed the retiring Bruce Vento has turned into the state's hottest House race. The tradition of political discourse at the State Fair continued as DFL and Independence Party candidates for the 4th Congressional District seat debated at the Minnesota Public Radio booth.

  Aug. 31, 2000Save
• Sale of Minnesota Twins and new ballpark

  A discussion of the St. Paul agreement with the Minnesota Twins regarding sale of the team and a new ballpark with St. Paul City Council Member Chris Coleman, a member of the negotiating team.

  Aug. 4, 199949 minSave