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This series focuses on issues dealing with race, diversity and equity in the St. Louis community. For the first time, we're talking with teenagers.
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Almost 100 years after his death, the story of Jack Trice, Iowa State's first Black athlete, still resonates deeply with today's Cyclone athletes.
Black History
COLLECTION: The impact of Black history on Iowa sports
Local 5 Sports Director Reina Garcia takes a closer look at the lives and legacies — both on and off the field — of these three Black athletes in Iowa history.
Sports+
Jack Trice's legacy lives on at Iowa State
Almost 100 years after his death, the story of Jack Trice, Iowa State's first Black athlete, still resonates deeply with today's Cyclone athletes.
Black History
Former Harlan's Barber Shop building could become a historical landmark
The 110-year-old building is getting a new look as an architect plans to renovate it into an office, promising to keep fixtures of the barber shop's history.
The Big Story
Harlan's Barber Shop could become a historical landmark
Des Moines' landmark review board looked over the plans recommended by Wilke-Shapiro two weeks ago. City council says they are set to make their decision soon.
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