KMOJCast

City of Minneapolis, minimum wage increase and more updates.

Dr. Rachel R. Hardeman is a tenured Associate Professor in the Division of Health Policy & Management at the University of Minnesota’s School of Public Health, the Blue Cross Endowed Professor in Health and Racial Equity, and the Founding Director of the Center for Antiracism Research for Health Equity.

Community Challenge Grants, One of AARP’s very important programs is what we call “Livable Communities.” It’s starts with a problem – most people expect to be able to live in their home and community until the end of their life, but in reality those places won’t work for them forever. Maybe the housing isn’t built for aging or it isn’t affordable. The transportation and public places won’t be safe and accessible as they get older. And, we have lots of problems with how older people are not included or are even discriminated against in civic life, the workplace and the marketplace.

Dr. Michael Osterholm, Epidemiologist, Regents Professor and Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota and an advisor to President Joe Biden and the Olympic Committee. He is also the author of the book "Deadliest Enemy: Our Way Against Killer Germs." He chats with Freddie Bell about the Delta variant and strategies to increase the vaccine take rate.

Independent nonprofit organization that is affiliated with the National Endowment for the Humanities. Its mission is to spark positive change in society. For nearly eight years, Kevin Lindsey, also an attorney, served as The Commissioner for the States Department of Human Rights. That body is responsible for investigating complaints of discrimination. Lindsey, also served as assistant Ramsey County Attorney. He talks with Freddie Bell about the Derek Chauvin sentencing.

Mayor Frey update on proposed American Rescue Plan Funds , Public Safety and Gun Violence

The Attorney General talks about a June 5th Covid Vaccination event happening on June 5th at the Urban League Twin Cities.

St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter talks about the City Budget and a year of Civil Unrest and Covid response.

Judy discusses mental health resources for students in Minneapolis Public Schools.

KG Wilson talks about strategies to end gun violence in the city's Northside.

Walz talks about Covid, George Floyd, and racial healing.

With Racial Reckoning: The Arc of Justice Reporter Georgia Fort, KMOJ takes a look back over the events of the last year.

Earlier this week Mayor Frey announced a plan for public safety in Minneapolis. The mayor shared highlights of the plan with Freddie Bell. (Plan linked here for reference)

Jason Matlock talks about our Emergency Management Safety and Security Specialists who replaced our SROs. They’ve been doing a lot of great work throughout the pandemic and until students returned in-person, and have been working to establish and grow relationships since the return to in-person learning.

Superintendent Corner Executive Director of Community Services updates on Summer Programs.

P.J. Hill is a graduate of North Community High School, played basketball for Ohio State University and continued to play professionally for close to a decade afterward.Today P.J. works as a financial advisor, owns a real-estate company, and coaches basketball. He is committed to dismantling racism in his community and recently helped organize the “Take the Knee” rally and the “10K March.” P.J. serves on the Juxtaposition Arts board of directors as their treasurer and as a finance committee member.After George Floyd’s murder in May 2020, P.J. was inspired to step up and help his community demand change. He talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings today.

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison talks with CBS's Scott Pelley on the historic Derek Chauvin trial.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says the City welcomes the Federal Investigation in police practices.

Turning Point gives Information on 4 week healing community sessions, hosted by Mary Jo Winston, April 22nd 6pm-7pm.

Updates on the the "Boots On The Ground" initiative to assist Minneapolis using their voices to change MN system.

Outreach Manager, Marit Woods, new Facility Maintenance Training Program.

Mayor Frey talks about the shooting of Daunte Wright, the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin and Operation Safety Net.

Jason, discusses the importance of public safety and security concerns during the protests, and the importance of mental health check ins.

Jay discusses ongoing community issues and the importance of checking on our elderly during these times.

Update on 20 year old shot, killed by during Brooklyn Park, killed during Brooklyn Center traffic stop sparks overnight unrest.

Mayor Frey update on the Violence Prevention Programs and Community Patrol during the Chauvin trial and beyond.

Dr. Osterholm, updates on COVID-19.

Grade 6th-12th Minneapolis Public School virtual College and Career Readiness information.

Patsy Stinchfield discusses children vaccination during the COVID-19 pandemic

Mayor Jacob Frey discusses City's Commercial Property Development Fund

Jeff Foxx is an institution and is heard Saturdays at 6pm on KMOJ, Minneapolis. A popular force in New York City radio, Jeff has been “rockin’ the box” for more than 20 years. And there is more to Jeff Foxx than just a smooth, friendly voice. He invaded NY airwaves in the late 1980s before there was a Hot97 or even formal rap radio, he introduced the world to De La Soul and Public Enemy while keeping Black music alive and expanding. He’s done radio solo, as a duo, and as a part of the Sirius Satellite Network.

Myron Medcalf has previously worked as a news and sports reporter for the Star Tribune and is now a national writer for ESPN. His column will appear in print on Sundays twice a month and also online. He talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings about the ramifications of the Derek Chauvin trial.

Commissioner Irene Fernando discuss plans for the Blue Line Transit Project.

The Center for Antiracism Research for Health Equity founding Director, Dr. Rachel Hardeman joins the morning show. The Center is supported by a $5 million dollar gift from Blue Cross and Blue Shield. The center is Dr. Hardeman's vision rewlized.

The Executive Director of School Placement, Minneapolis Public Schools, Celina Martina joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings is a guest as she talks about approaching deadlines for school choice.

Chris Hinton, Construction Program Director, Summit Academy OIC joins Freddie Bell and VChantel Sings to highlight an April enrollment. saoic.org or 612-377-0150

Mayor Jacob Frey gives key points for people to prepare for upcoming trial.

Jules Porter making history in video game industry, video game creator.

CoCo and LaLa from Healthin' It Up discusses Healthy ways to eat, and hosting the Nationwide Today's Show.

Dr. Shawn Harris-Berry Associate Superintendent over High Schools discusses how Minneapolis will handle grading for different grade levels considering distance learning

Boyd discusses report details on how black communities are targeted by tobacco kings.

Dr. Charles Morgan discusses Black History today.

Mayor Frey discusses information on the updates to the body camera policies to increase transparency.

Entertainer Debbie Allen along with the National Foundation Kidney Disease Foundation, discusses leading factors of chronic Kidney failure.

Jay Haapala AARP discusses information on vaccine scams.

Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Ed Graff discusses students returning to the classrooms. Transition Week: February 1-5 – Enrichment Activities Virtual, Live Q&A: In-Person Learning: Sat., Feb. 6, 10 am to 12 Noon More on In-Person Learning for PreK-5 Students Key dates for In-Person Learning for PreK-5 Students