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Diverse Radio for Minnesota's Communities
This week, we remember the political violence that shook the state last year. We also look at the history of one of the state's newest official holidays, Juneteenth, and how it continues to be celebrated across generations. [Read Transcript...]
Community residents respond to Operation Metro Surge and the killing of Renee Good. Then, we look at how hazardous road conditions are affecting drivers, along with tips on how to stay safe on winter roads. And we conclude with ways to protect yourself and your health when clearing your sidewalks and driveways. [Read Transcript...]
Today, we bring you a special edition of Native Lights. We’re talking with Robert Lilligren, CEO of the Native American Community Development Institute, which is based in Minneapolis. He is also a White Earth citizen.
Robert discusses the unprecedented deployment of some 2,000 ICE and Border Patrol agents to Minneapolis, how that has impacted the Native community, and what Indigenous leaders and organizations are doing to educate and protect the community. [Read Transcript...]
Renters in Northern Minnesota are seeing the results of a new, first-of-its-kind law in our state. Plus, some of the state's law students from tribal nations receive top honors and candlelight winter walks return to Minnesota state parks. [Read Transcript...]
