Gov. Tony Evers announced on Tuesday, August 11, 2020, that in just over six months, Wisconsin's COVID-19 death toll has surpassed 1,000 people. This devastating news comes just as Gov. Evers issued Emergency Order #1, requiring face coverings to be worn in response to the recent spike in new infections. Since early July, the average number of deaths and the seven- day average … [Read more...] about Wisconsin COVID-19 death toll surpasses 1,000
It’s official: Biden/Harris 2020
After months of speculation, presidential candidate Joe Biden named California Sen. Kamala Harris as his running mate on Tuesday, August 11, 2020, making history by selecting the first Black and South Asian American woman to compete on a major party’s presidential ticket and acknowledging the vital role Black voters will play in his bid to defeat President Donald Trump. “I … [Read more...] about It’s official: Biden/Harris 2020
Second ‘Well Mommy & Baby Care Package Drive-Up’ delivers 250 care packages to Milwaukee families
The African American Breastfeeding Network Inc. (AABN) hosted its second "Well Mommy & Baby Care Package Drive- Up," on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 2207 North 2nd Street. "Families are experiencing insurmountable stress due to COVID-19, and other situations. This event may lift some of the tension and stress families are feeling by … [Read more...] about Second ‘Well Mommy & Baby Care Package Drive-Up’ delivers 250 care packages to Milwaukee families
WEDC Commissioner Lafayette Crump announces grants to help fight coronavirus pandemic
Lafayette Crump, who was approved as the new Commissioner of City Development for Milwaukee on July 7, 2020, shared efforts by the Wisconsin Economic Development Commission (WEDC) to stop the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic and assist local businesses to restart at an outdoor press conference in downtown Milwaukee on Wednesday, August 5, 2020. During brief remarks, Crump … [Read more...] about WEDC Commissioner Lafayette Crump announces grants to help fight coronavirus pandemic
Police Chief Alfonso Morales demoted to Captain
Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales has been demoted to captain, his rank before becoming chief. The Fire & Police Commission voted unanimously to make the move after many members expressed their disappointment in Morales. The commission had given 11 directives to Morales on July 20th. ‘”His conduct is unbecoming, filled with ethical lapses and flawed decisions,” … [Read more...] about Police Chief Alfonso Morales demoted to Captain
Outreach Community Health Centers hosts back-to-school event
Eunice Asiedu (top photo), a nurse midwife with Outreach Community Health Centers, assists with a Drive/Walk- Through Community & Health Resource Fair at the Outreach Community Health Centers (below), 210 West Capitol Drive, on Thursday, August 6, 2020. Outreach distributed 400 book bags and school supplies to children ages 6-11. … [Read more...] about Outreach Community Health Centers hosts back-to-school event
The crime of sameness
In the USA today there is a miasma that has affected the entire culture of the country. I am not talking about COVID 19. Look around you at the people of the two major groupings in the US, white and black. Do you notice how there seems to be a similarity in how they dress, act and in some cases look? I know. I know. There are distinct differences, hair, etc. Yet, if one went … [Read more...] about The crime of sameness
Persevere
The last few months have been a very difficult time for so many of us. I repeat here this “Request for Transfer” by an unknown author that has gotten me through some dark times when I’ve wanted to give up. I wanted to share it to help keep spurring us forward today. “Request for Transfer” To: Commander-in-Chief From: Battlefield Soldier Subject: Request for … [Read more...] about Persevere
Kids Eat Right Month (Week 2)
August is celebrated as Kids Eat Right Month sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition Dietetics (“Academy”). The Academy is the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals founded in Cleveland, Ohio in 1917 by a visionary group of women dedicated to helping the government conserve food and improve the public’s health and nutrition during WWI.1 This month’s … [Read more...] about Kids Eat Right Month (Week 2)
At last, two new meds to fight sickle cell disease
For the first time in 20 years, the FDA has approved two transformative new treatments for the approximately 100,000 people with sickle cell disease (SCD). One new med will prevent the excruciating pain of SCD while the other is formulated to prevent organ damage. “After decades of waiting, there is now a treatment option that could change the course of this disease,” … [Read more...] about At last, two new meds to fight sickle cell disease