On Oct. 5, U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth delivered a speech marking the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Navy, using the occasion to both praise military service and voice controversial views on diversity in America within the armed forces. Speaking at the Navy’s anniversary celebration in Norfolk, Virginia, Hegseth began by commending soldiers for their hard work and bravery. However, he quickly pivoted to a divisive message, arguing against the value of diversity in military culture.… Read more
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What's On Today - Saturday
- 12:00 am: R&B Hits and Throwbacks
- 2:00 am: R&B Hits and Throwbacks
- 5:00 am: Disruptive Narratives
- 5:30 am: New Beginnings with Freddie Bell
- 6:00 am: Gospel Selections
- 8:00 am: 4 Opinions with Tiffany Washington and Q Bear
- 9:00 am: Don't Complain, Activate with Leslie Redmond EslvOnt
- 9:30 am: Minnesota Acts Now Working For a Safer Community
- 10:00 am: Tropikal Vibes-Ras Bongo Jerie and Adonna Swift
- 12:00 pm: Classic Hip-Hop
- 2:00 pm: The Bakeshow with William "Bakeshow" Baker
- 6:00 pm: The Jeff Foxx Show
- 8:00 pm: O-Zone Radio on KMOJ
- 10:00 pm: R&B Hits and Throwbacks
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Sentenced To More Than 4 Years In Prison
On Friday, Judge Arun Subramanian sentenced disgraced music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs to 50 months in prison after he was found guilty on two prostitution related counts in July.
According to the New York Times, Judge Subramanian walked through his reasoning ahead of announcing his sentencing. Subramanian applied a sentencing enhancement due to coercion. This was in response to testimony that Diddy threatened to release videos of the “freak offs.” Subramanian added that the defense’s narrative framing the freak offs as nothing more than consensual sexual encounters between adults was “flatly inconsistent with both reality and any acceptance of responsibility.”… Read more
Medcalf: Why KMOJ Radio’s fight to survive matters
For decades, the Minneapolis station has been a vital hub for Black Minnesotans.
The Minnesota Star Tribune
If you sift through the YouTube archive of grainy Minneapolis videos from the 1990s, you’ll find a news clip about Prince playing a surprise concert.
The goal? To raise more than $30,000 for KMOJ, the local radio station that has aired great music and centered the Black community in the Twin Cities for decades.
“He’s bad,” Walter “Q Bear” Banks Jr.… Read more
No Ordinary Love: What You Should Know About Being An Autism Dad
Maybe I’m showing my age here, but there used to be ads for the Peace Corps where they described it as, “the toughest job you’ll ever love,” and, when I was approached to broach this topic for NewsOne, that line immediately popped into my head.
You see, last week, autism found itself in the headlines once again. Not because of a breakthrough in treatment or a moment of celebration and understanding, but because people who have somehow been given a great deal of power cynically decided to weaponize it as a boogeyman.… Read more
Letitia James And 19 AGs File Suit Against DOJ Over Sex Assault Rule Change
New York Attorney General Letitia James is among the 20 attorneys general who’ve filed a lawsuit against the Department of Justice (DOJ) over a rule change denying care for sexual assault victims if they can’t prove their citizenship.
According to NBC News, the lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island, focuses on a new DOJ rule that goes into effect on Oct. 31, barring states from using funds provided by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA), and the Byrne Justice Assistance Grants to assist undocumented immigrants.… Read more
GloRilla Says Cops Treated Her Like A Criminal After Burglary At Her Crib
GloRilla has not been happy with the Forsyth County Police Department after her home was broken into.
During a recent home invasion, Glo claims to have lost over $7000,000 worth of personal property. The Memphis rapper was interviewed by Atlanta news stations WSB-TV about her house being broken into. Stating that she felt like she was being treated poorly by the Atlanta Police Department, “I feel like me, my brother, sister were victims in this situation but somehow they’re trying to paint us out to be suspects and I just feel like it’s all the way wrong”.… Read more
Cassie Gets Vulnerable In Letter Prior To Diddy’s Sentencing
Cassie has penned an emotional letter to the judge.
Getting vulnerable about her feelings before Diddy’s sentencing. Taking it to the level of saying she still fears for her and her family’s safety if Diddy is released. Also adding that she hopes for “justice and accountability” for Diddy’s hearing that will be held on Oct.3rd. The NY fallen mogul has been sitting in a jail cell for a little over a year after being found guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution and racketeering, and sex trafficking.… Read more
Minneapolis flips the switch on City’s first-ever speed safety cameras
September 30, 2025
Starting October 1, the City of Minneapolis will launch automated enforcement of speed limits at five high-risk intersections for the first time in the City’s history. The traffic camera safety pilot program is a key part of the City’s award-winning Vision Zero initiative to eliminate traffic deaths and severe injuries on Minneapolis streets, and represents a new tool to ensure a seamless – and safe – city experience for all residents and visitors.
“These traffic safety cameras are about preventing reckless driving, stopping crashes from happening, and saving lives,” said Mayor Jacob Frey.… Read more
CENTER FOR COMMUNICATION AND DEVELOPMENT / KMOJ RADIO ANNOUNCES SITE REVEAL CELEBRATION FOR NEW BROADCAST FACILITY
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 · 11:00 AM
2125 Lowry Avenue North, Minneapolis Minneapolis, MN
For nearly 50 years, KMOJ Radio 89.9 FM, The People’s Station, operated by the Center for Communication and Development (CCD), has served as the voice of the Black community in Minneapolis–St. Paul, broadcasting from the heart of North Minneapolis. Now, at a historic crossroads, KMOJ is preparing to build its forever home. With secured land and state support, KMOJ will construct a “state-of the-art” broadcast and media facility at Lowry and Oliver Avenue in North Minneapolis.… Read more
KMOJ Radio, forced out by Blue Line, to build ‘forever home’
By Maury Glover
Published September 26, 2025 10:14pm CDT
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – KMOJ Radio in Minneapolis is moving to find its “forever home” due to plans for a new light rail in the area.
On the move
What we know:
For more than 40 years, Walter Junior Banks, otherwise known as Q Bear, has been on the air at KMOJ, promoting unity in the community.
But now “The People’s Station”, which has served as the voice of the black community, will have to find a new place to call home.… Read more
