Sahan Journal

11/01/2025

TUNE IN: Are you a student considering attending college? Sahan Journal and MPR News recently explored the value of college at community conversation. You can hear a recording of the conversation on Monday, Nov. 3 at 9 a.m. on . Stream it on mprnews.org or via radio on 91.1 FM in the Twin Cities metro.

Preview the conversation: https://sahanjournal.com/inside-sahan-journal/is-college-worth-it-career-pathways-minnesota/

11/01/2025

Twin Cities food banks and restaurants geared up to help those facing a cut in food benefits, but a federal ruling may have put those cuts on hold.

By Shubhanjana Das, Katrina Pross and Binta Kanteh

Twin Cities food banks and restaurants geared up to help those facing a cut in food benefits, but a federal ruling may have put those cuts on hold.

10/31/2025

Hopkins mayoral candidate Abderazak Ali hopes his self-funded campaign will appeal to those looking for a fresh face in the suburban race.

Written by Atra Mohamed

Hopkins mayoral candidate Abderazak Ali hopes his self-funded campaign will appeal to those looking for a fresh face in the suburban race.

10/31/2025

Minneapolis educators filed their official intent to strike notice Friday afternoon. Educators could strike as soon as Nov. 11 if they have not reached a deal with the district, but they did not set a strike date.

By Becky Dernbach

Minneapolis educators filed their official intent to strike notice Friday afternoon. Educators could strike as soon as Nov. 11 if they have not reached a deal with the district, but they did not set a strike date.

10/31/2025

Meet some of the candidates running for the Minneapolis City Council. All 13 wards are up for election. Three council members aren’t running for reelection.

Written by Joey Peters and Cynthia Tu

Meet some of the candidates running for the Minneapolis City Council. All 13 wards are up for election. Three council members aren’t running for reelection.

10/31/2025

Election Day is less than a week away! Still trying to decide who you should rank on your ballot to be the next mayor of Minneapolis? Take the same quiz the candidates did and find your closest match.

Candidates for Minneapolis mayor told us where they stand on issues. Which is the top match for you? Find out before heading to the polls.

10/31/2025

Día de los Mu***os traditions remind us of our collective grief and healing, writes St. Paul therapist Ana M. Rivera.

https://sahanjournal.com/opinion/dia-de-los-muertos-traditions-cultural-healing/

10/31/2025

Things to do in the Twin Cities this weekend: Día de los Mu***os celebrations; new show at Public Functionary; denim art celebrates Black liberation; book release parties by writers of color.

By Myah Goff

https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/twin-cities-things-to-do-dia-do-los-muertos-denim-art-new-books/

10/30/2025

Election Day is Nov. 4. Here’s what Minnesotans need to know about how to register to vote, where to vote and what’s on the ballot.

By Abe Asher

https://sahanjournal.com/democracy-politics/minnesota-2025-election-day-how-to-vote-registration/

10/30/2025

Launch your future at Normandale. Join our Fall Open House Oct 30 to explore programs, support, and community. Find your path at Normandale. College, career, and connection start here: Normandale.edu/openhouse

10/30/2025

LISTEN UP: Is college still worth it? On Nov. 3 at 9 a.m. will air a recording of our recent community conversation about how the value of college is changing for students of color. Tune into 91.1 FM in the Twin Cities metro or stream it on mprnews.org.