Six years after her son Philando Castile was killed by a police officer, Valerie Castile says she’s encouraged by how a younger generation is speaking out for social justice. - Full coverage The death of Philando Castile and the trial of Jeronimo Yanez - ChangeMakers Valerie and Allysza Castile, carrying on Philando's spirit
Listen to four pieces written by American composers for Independence Day.
Spend your Fourth of July weekend with The Current. All weekend long, tune in to hear the best songs in The Current's music library in alphabetical order.
“After the sun has slipped away and the orange sky turns dark blue, fireflies put on a display like only they know how to do!” Go on a sparkly summertime adventure with Backyard Night Lights, the latest episode of YourClassical Storytime, featuring music by Edvard Grieg, illustrations by Mia Jennings and storytelling by Scott Blankenship.
Income inequality is deepening in America. Economic gains in recent decades have been unevenly dispersed, with the vast majority of the wealth going to those already on top. Part of that discrepancy is rooted in the inability to buy property. Angela Davis hosted “In Focus: How housing can shrink the racial wealth gap,” a virtual discussion that tackles the racial wealth gap in Minnesota with panelists from across the state.
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A Minneapolis-based company creates video games that have an educational purpose — teaching students math, science and language arts. The online games are available in English, Spanish, Lakota and Dakota. The creators of 7 Generation Games also combine learning with culture by working with different communities. - Seeing themselves on screen Meet Minnesota gamers and game developers of color - Next generation Video games, diverse characters score big with Minnesota gamers
The executive order said the governor’s office will not honor requests to extradite people who are accused of breaking other states' laws on reproductive health care. - FAQ What Minnesota and neighboring states could do now that Roe is overturned - Friday In Minnesota, emotions high after Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade - Wisconsin Governor's Race Evers looks for boost from anger over abortion
Twin Cities Pride returned to Minneapolis over the weekend for its 50th anniversary year, drawing thousands of people to the festival, parade and other events. - All Things Considered Looking back on 50 years of Pride in the Twin Cities
Pride Month is a wonderful time to celebrate our unique identities and to reflect on how pride and authenticity show up in our lives. This year, YourClassical asked classical musicians in the LGBTQIA community about their thoughts on Pride. Explore this special series, Proud to Be, and help us celebrate the lives and accomplishments of LGBTQIA artists in classical music.