Thousands gather at Minnesota State Capitol for a vigil to honor Renee Good who was shot and killed by a federal agent during an ICE raid in Minneapolis earlier this week.

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I’ve been speaking out against attacks on journalists and the growing threats to press freedom. I’m grateful to share that my op-ed on this moment is now published by Newsweek. Read Here: newsweek.com/if-the-press-do…

Today, Minnesota’s Board of Pardons votes on Jason Sole’s request. Since his release, he’s built a life of leadership as a professor, author, Bush Fellow, and advocate for those still incarcerated.

BREAKING — Darnella Frazier, who filmed the murder of George Floyd, is speaking out about her sister, Rekeya Frazier, charged in the alleged kidnapping of a federal agent. She says key context was missing from early coverage and she wants the record set straight.

State Rep. María Isa Pérez-Vega announced her run for Ramsey County Commissioner, District 5, citing a call from the community and her record of delivering results. The race also includes St. Paul City Council President Rebecca Noecker.

As attacks on journalists rise here and around the world, protecting a free press is urgent. I’m proud that the Center for Broadcast Journalism and Power 104.7 donated $5,000 to our local NABJ chapter to support the next generation of Black journalists.

For me, this boycott is personal. Target was once our biggest advertiser. That helped us launch Here’s the Truth, our 3x Emmy-winning TV show. So, when Target rolled back DEI Black-owned media companies like mine were hit hard. This is why I won’t shop Target on Black Friday.

Today at 10AM: Don’t miss my full interview with former Kare 11 Anchor Alexis Rogers on Power 104.7 FM. From the fight for a free press to the wave of national layoffs, this is a powerful conversation you won’t want to miss. 🎙️ Tune in at Power1047fm.com

BREAKING: According to Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office Vance Boelter is in custody. He is suspected in the assassination of Minnesota DFL Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, and in the shooting of State Senator John Hoffman and his wife.

Minnesota state senator John Hoffman in Champlin and Minnesota state representative Melissa Hortman in Brooklyn Park were shot in their homes overnight by a gunman impersonating an officer. A manhunt is currently underway in Brooklyn Park and police issued a shelter in place.

Thank you for honoring me in this way and for giving me my flowers while I can still smell them—for making me part of the story we continue to write together. This is the Eastside, the neighborhood I grew up in. While they invest in Wall Street we will invest in these streets 💪🏽

Democratic Rep. Al Green of Texas was removed from the House chamber for disrupting president Trump during his 2025 joint session of Congress speech.

UPDATE: Boycotts, Buy-Ins, and the Upcoming Blackout — Organizations like the NAACP are urging Americans to participate in the Economic Blackout this Friday, Feb. 28 Full story: blckpress.com/post/boycotts-…

Jamar Clark’s Brother Hospitalized After Collision involving Minneapolis Police Officer. Full story: georgiafort.com/post/brother…

🌟 Honored to be nominated for Journalist of the Year at the Minnesota Society of Professional Journalists Page One Awards! 🌟 From navigating obstacles to launching an independent news program on TV. Thank you to everyone who believes in me and supports independent journalism.

Charges Dismissed Against State Trooper Who Shot and Killed Ricky Cobb II xitter.cf/i/broadcasts/1kvKpvAYA…