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Ron Edwards, Fmr. President Of Minneapolis Urban League, Dies At 81

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- People throughout the Twin Cities are remembering long-time community activist Ron Edwards, who passed away Tuesday.

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Ron Edwards (credit: CBS)

The past president of the Minneapolis Urban League, Edwards was a fierce advocate for inclusion within the Minneapolis fire and police departments.

Edwards was 81 years old.

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