Strengthen Your Local Journalists. Donate
  •
  • The UpTake
  • The UpTake
  • Video
    • MN Senate Channel
    • MN House Channel
    • MN House Channel 2
  • Issues
    • Health Care
    • Racial Equality
    • Minimum Wage
    • Environment
    • Gun Violence
    • Net Neutrality
    • Labor/Unions
    • Marriage Equality
  • Actions
    • Suggest a Story
    • Send Us A Video
    • About The UpTake
    • The UpTake Team
    • Blog

The UpTake (http://theuptake.org/)

  • Video
    • MN Senate Channel
    • MN House Channel
    • MN House Channel 2
  • Issues
    • Health Care
    • Racial Equality
    • Minimum Wage
    • Environment
    • Gun Violence
    • Net Neutrality
    • Labor/Unions
    • Marriage Equality
  • Actions
    • Suggest a Story
    • Send Us A Video
    • About The UpTake
    • The UpTake Team
    • Blog
The UpTake
Near North encampment dodges eviction — for now

The Near North encampment has been a strong community for months, facing multiple threats of eviction and frigid weather. Residents have raised tens of thousands of dollars with the help of volunteers and social media. While their future is uncertain, many residents said they hope the group can stick together.

Students in an alternative program transition to in-person classes

Alternative Learning Center students at Anoka-Hennepin Regional High School describe the challenges of distance learning this year, and what they hope to achieve now they are back.

In the Heart of the Beast’s MayDay Parade is Getting “decentralized”

In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre is in the midst of a
transformative period that began before Covid hit. At a recent virtual
meeting, the organization outlined its recent steps to “de-centralize”
its MayDay festival, meaning the giant parade and festival won’t take
place in the way it has in the past.

The UpTake’s Future: A Recommitment to Community Journalism

By Cirien Saadeh | November 12, 2020

The UpTake has a new mission statement – here’s what it means.

Unrest unfolds after Brooklyn Center police kill Black man

After Brooklyn Center police shot and killed 20-year-old Daunte Wright, protesters and mourners gathered outside the police department to call for change. Police met their emotions with chemical munitions and less-lethal weapons. A curfew was set in place by multiple mayors and Gov. Tim Walz to quell ongoing unrest.

The Cost of Human Life

Freelance writer McKenzie Kemper responds to the death of Daunte Wright.

Radical News Radio Hour: Rent Stabilization (Episode 36)

On today’s episode we discuss rent stabilization and launch a month-long deepdive into the stories and issues of housing justice across Minneapolis-Saint Paul.

More Headlines

Explosive Week 1 in the Chauvin Murder Trial Raises New Questions
Column: The Peculiar Timing of the $27 Million Settlement
Minneapolis Musicians, Artists, and Creators Respond To Social Issues
Big news from The UpTake

  Thank you to all who joined us for our first Community Cafe at Sammy’s Avenue Eatery on Tues. the 16th! Many of you might not know this but The UpTake has been going through a period of transition since I’ve taken over. News organizations, including our own, have struggled to find sustainability and, even […]

Minnesota loses one dairy farmer every day

On May 7, the Civc Buzz of the Minneapolis League of Women Voters had two speakers discussing, “The Urban/Rural Struggle for a Sustainable Future.” Both speakers, Meg Moynihan and Amanda Babcock, discussed the challenges of running a farm, whether it be in rural Minnesota or an urban landscape. Watch the livestreamed discussion here. Story and video by Bill Sorem.

Find stuff

Sign up for news from The UpTake

Support The UpTake

Recent Posts

  • Unrest unfolds after Brooklyn Center police kill Black man

    By J.D. Duggan, Freelance Journalist Daunte Wright, 20, was shot by a Brooklyn Center police officer following a traffic stop. Protesters and mourners later mobilized outside of the police department, where they were met by resistance from officers.

  • The Cost of Human Life

    By: McKenzie Kemper, Freelance Writer On July 6, 2016 Philando Castile was shot by a police officer during a traffic stop.  On May 25, 2020 George Floyd was killed with a knee to his neck by a police officer.  On April 11, 2021 Daunte Wright was shot by a police officer during a traffic stop.  (more…)

  • Radical News Radio Hour: What This Moment Means (Episode 35)

    By: Cirien Saadeh, Executive Director and Freelance Journalist In this episode of the Radical News Radio Hour, we hear from community leaders about what they believe we should know about Minneapolis right now and what this moment means. We also hear from Ms Margaret of Ms Margaret Live about her media and organizing work.

Popular Posts

The UpTake
  • The UpTake
  • About The UpTake
  • The UpTake Team
  • Donor Policy
  • Editorial Policy
  • Our Supporters & Sponsors
  • Donate Now!
  • Wiki
  • Contact Us
  • Log In

Categories

Archives

About The UpTake

Harnessing community journalism for social and racial justice.

The UpTake
1041 Grand Avenue
Suite 354
Saint Paul, MN 55105

© Copyright 2021, The UpTake

Back to top ↑