KMOJCast

New research from the University of Minnesota shows that black, Hispanic and asian populations are significantly more likely to die of COVID-19, regardless of their vaccinations status at the population levels

Open enrollment for MPS and St. Paul Public Schools.

Santa Pat Moss, part of the Santa Experience at the Mall of America is taking reservations to see him, from December 13th through the 19th.

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison won re-election.

Hollies Winston made history by becoming the first Black mayor of Brooklyn Park. Winston, the DFL-endorsed candidate, received 59 percent of the vote with 96 percent of precincts reporting. His opponent, Wynfred Russell, received 40 percent of the vote.

Dr. Chomilo, gives updates on onset of RSV in children, COVID and the Flu virus.

Brian O’Hara is exactly the type of person our city, our community, and our police department needs right now. He is an inclusive leader, a forward thinker, and a person of the highest moral integrity. His unrelenting willingness to show up and be present will allow him to succeed in driving police reform, reducing violent crime, and strengthening police-community relations."

On Saturday, November 19, 200, Hennepin History Museum is sponsoring a special event , Southside Stories, Our North Star Journey; featuring Greg McMoore. McMoore will share the story of his family's North Star Journey from their enslavement on a Virgina plantation to their freedom in Hastings, Minnesota .

Mayor Carter announced Commander Axel Henry to serve as the next Chief of Saint Paul Police Department. Henry is a Saint Paul native who has served with the St. Paul Police Department for 24 years

Christine talks about an important organization to District 622, and that is the 622 Education Foundation.

Steven Belton came to the position of President and CEO of the Urban League Twin Cities (ULTC) in April 2015 with intentions of serving as an interim role for no longer than 6 months. Seven and a half years later he looks back on his service of Love.

AARP and our Fraud Watch Network program help people protect their money from criminals who are spreading their scams far and wide.

Mayor Carter announced Commander Axel Henry will serve as the next Chief of Saint Paul Police Department. Henry is a Saint Paul native who has served with the SPPD for 24 years.

Tamika Felder is one black women highlited in CeMe. It's a campaign created by Seagen and Genmab giving representation to diverse women from the cervical cancer community and allowing them to share stories fostering deeper connections and empowering women in their care. Felder is a 20-year cancer survivor who is sharing education and awareness about cervical cancer and is the founder of Cervivor.

Immunologist Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of National Institute of Health and White House Chief Medical Advisor, joins Freddie Bell. He discusses efforts to get all Americans updated on their Covid vaccines and the effects of the so-called tripledemic.

Rich Martin, an employee-owner at Dakota Supply Group, discusses what this little-known Annual Observance entails.

Two decades of reading , math growth wiped away by pandemic-disrupted learning, yet 800 tutors still needed in Minnesota schools. Hennepin and Ramsey County schools need more than 300 tutors.

Mayor Frey nominates Brian O'Hara for Police Chief to serve as the next Minneapolis Chief of Police.

Commissioner Harrington discusses the upcoming Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Gun Locks Campaign and some great job opportunities at DPS.

October is Employee Ownership Month, a free and unbiased hub for information and resources on all forms of employee ownership.

The MN Timberwolves and Lynx today tipped off National Voter Education week, with it's "Pack the Vote" initiative aimed at addressing the barriers to voter education and access within the black community.

Chris Egert, Anchorman and Host of Minnesota Live on KSTP joins Freddie Bell this morning.

Dr. Osterholm discuss temperature ranges for COVID-19 vaccines and updates on vaccination protocol.

MDH continues outreach to people in Minnesota at highest risk of Monkeypox.

Rochelle Cox, Superintendent MPS, discusses improving the climate inside our schools. Climate refers to how all of our employees contribute to making Minneapolis Public Schools a place for everyone. The goal is to have MPS known by our community as welcoming, responsive and connected by: Fully implementing the climate framework to ensure all district staff, parents, and students feel heard, valued and respected. Providing consistent opportunities for youth, parents and community members to provide feedback

Dr. Nathan Chomilio, Medical Director, State of Minnesota for Medicaid and MinnesotaCare Programs talks with Freddie Bell about Medical Benefit extensions to 12 months after giving birth instead of only 60 days. Dr. Chomilo also offers an opinion on the CDC's relaxation of COVID guidelines.

Mayor Carter, talks homelessness, education and the state fair with Morning Show hosts Freddie Bell.

Dr. Michael Osterholm, American epidemiologist, Regents Professor, and Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research, discusses COVID, The Pox and the resurgence of Polio in America.

Artika Tyner 2022 Bush Fellow, is a accomplished educator, civil rights attorney, law professor and award-winning children's book author, who beat the odds as a child growing up surrounded by incarcerated family members. She immersed herself in books from an early age and became a first-generation college student. Now, she seeks to share the gift of reading with children of color who are growing up in conditions similar to those she experienced. She sees that Minnesota's educational system continues to experience some of the most significant racial disparities in the U.S.

Multiracial, multicultural movement of families, students, teachers and community members to dismantle and develop programs to end systemic racism at MPS.

Dr. Cedric Alexander, was sworn is a the City of Minneapolis fir Community Safety Commissioner with the authority to oversee and direct the city's community safety departments, including Police, Fire, 911, Emergency Management and the Office of Violence Prevention (Neighborhood Safety). The Executive Order formalizes the Commissioner's role in helping shape the new office of Community Safety alongside policymakers.

Mayor Frey is proclaim "Sylvia Fowles Day" in the city of Minneapolis for her last Lynx home game. Details for the Farmers Market week in Minneapolis. This week Commissioner Alexander's first week on the job.

Latasha Lee is the owner of Healthy Helpful Insight Healthcare which is a certified Nursing Assistant School. The school is located at 5701 Kentucky Ave Suite 155, Crystal Minnesota. The CNA classes are offered 2 days a week for 5 weeks. CPR/First Aid training available!

A legendary journey has come to an end. Hall of Fame basketball coach Larry McKenzie is retiring. He reflects on his career with KMOJ's Freddie Bell and says instead of coaching players he may begin helping coaches.

U.S. Attorney Andy Luger visits with Freddie Bell on the new Federal Violent Crime Strategy. Luger says he has never seen the level of violence being experienced in the metro area in his 30 years of service.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says Black Business Week activities are in full swing now in its second year after starting in 2019.

Dr. Anthony Fauci, Chief Medical Advisor to the President of United States, gives updates and advice data for the public health of America.

Minneapolis Mayor Frey nominates Cedric Alexander for Community Safety Commissioner. The position will oversee the mayor's newly proposed Office.

Rochelle Cox has more than 25 years’ experience as an educator with MPS, notably serving students who receive Special Education services and their families for much of that time. As she moves into her role as interim superintendent of Minneapolis Public Schools, Rochelle is focused on listening, learning and identifying ways to help the community come together in an effort to boost academic achievement for all students.

Emmett Till Legacy Foundation Chief Debra Watts and her team discovered the original arrest warrant involved in the murder of Emmet Till.

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and a national coalition of 22 attorneys general today issued a joint statement reaffirming their commitment to supporting and expanding access to abortion care. Despite the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, access to safe and legal abortion remains robustly protected in Minnesota and numerous states across the country. In Minnesota, the right to abortion is protected under the 1995 Minnesota Supreme Court Doe v. Gomez precedent, which found a more expansive right to abortion in the Minnesota Constitution than the U.S. Supreme Court did in Roe v. Wade. In September 2021, Attorney General Ellison and a similar coalition of AGs

Dianne Haulcy will join the Family Partnership as President and CEO on July 11th.

Elissa of Justice Page Middle School has received a Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Research Program award to carry out educational research in Colombia.

How Twin Cities Rise is transforming lives of those impacted by racial and social economic barriers.

Jason Bucklin, Out4Good Coordinator for Minneapolis Schools shares details about the program. He says Out4Good and MPS are dedicated to creating safe and supportive schools for the LBGT+ community. The program offers support through outreach programs and school and district level resources

2022 Bush Fellow, Prince Corbett shares his journey with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs. He serves as the Racial and Health Equity Administrator for Ramsey COunty, MN

AARP and our Fraud Watch Network program help people protect their money from con-artists who have been running full-force during the pandemic,

Juneteenth Minnesota, celebrating black cultural heritage, West Broadway block party. Sunday, June 19th 81m-6pm

Rob Williams, a Metro Transit bus operator for over 30 years. Williams discuss the service changes for bus routes and the need for more bus operators.

Mike Shum, is a filmmaker who explores the ways in which we perceive and define home within contexts of historical and cultural struggles.