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Kyle Stokes
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Now: Axios Twin Cities reporter | Then: MinnPost; NPR stations in L.A., Seattle, Indiana | Alum: Mizzou Journalism | Survivor: Halloween Blizzard 1991
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5/ The first day I visited Minneapolis City Hall, my goal was just to find Council chambers, not write a story. Not a good day to be a rubbernecker. That day, they voted to demolish Roof Depot. I'd later learn a *lot* about that bitter, complex fight:

The long, bitter fight over Minneapolis’ Roof Depot site, explained | MinnPost
The long, bitter fight over Minneapolis’ Roof Depot site, explained | MinnPost

An occupation-style protest against tearing down an East Phillips warehouse — and a judge’s last-minute order halting demolition — were new twists last week in a drama that's lasted almost a dec...

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6/ I learned a lot reporting this story. It’s about the City of Minneapolis' troubled Black History Month expo, and the ex-employee in charge of it. I think the lessons are about diversity, power, and the responsibility that comes with spending public money:

Minneapolis ex-equity director: Audio shows no need for Council rescue of expo | MinnPost
Minneapolis ex-equity director: Audio shows no need for Council rescue of expo | MinnPost

The controversy is raising questions about who holds power in City Hall and what will become of the city's Racial  Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Department.

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Kyle Stokes
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Now: Axios Twin Cities reporter | Then: MinnPost; NPR stations in L.A., Seattle, Indiana | Alum: Mizzou Journalism | Survivor: Halloween Blizzard 1991
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