By Genna Batson Ever since George Floyd was murdered by a police officer on May 25, 2020 there has been a global outpouring of support for the Black Lives Matter movement, and ongoing protests against police brutality. There has also been a widespread disruption of content across Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Instead of sharing selfies and food pictures, much of … [Read more...] about MHS alum and Harvard grad Miles Weddle creates Stand in Solidarity Fund
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue July 16, 2020
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National school choice advocate Howard Fuller to retire from Marquette
Howard Fuller, former superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools and nationally known advocate for school choice, is retiring after decades at Marquette University, where he served as a distinguished professor of education and founder and director of its Institute for the Transformation of Learning. The university announced his decision in a statement Friday, June 19, 2020 … [Read more...] about National school choice advocate Howard Fuller to retire from Marquette
Gov. Evers appoints Kori Ashley as Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge
Gov. Tony Evers announced on June 5, 2020, his appointment of Kori Ashley as Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge. The appointment fills a vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Dennis R. Cimple, effective September 11, 2020. “Kori Ashley will be a dynamic judge who pushes for real change,” said Gov. Evers. “We know that the criminal justice system is broken, and that it … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers appoints Kori Ashley as Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge
What is and isn’t in Milwaukee’s mask mandate
Specific details are now available on Milwaukee’s proposed mask ordinance. The proposal would require individuals over the age of one to wear masks both indoors and outdoors when they leave home, with limited exceptions. Scheduled to be introduced Tuesday, July 7, 2020, by Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, the proposal is expected to be reviewed during a yet-to-be-scheduled … [Read more...] about What is and isn’t in Milwaukee’s mask mandate
Kanye West has a cool slogan, but no actual paperwork on file in presidential run
There are, however, what appear to be at least two fake filings using West's name. Kanye West has shared the catchy slogan for his purported presidential run: #2020Vision. But as of Monday, July 6, 2020, what he didn't have was any proof that the 11th-hour bid to unseat his MAGA friend, President Donald Trump, was anything more than a clever catchphrase. A spokesperson … [Read more...] about Kanye West has a cool slogan, but no actual paperwork on file in presidential run
“Women Who Inspire” to highlight Dr. Berdie Cowser
“Women Who Inspire,” a program of the Committee to Celebrate the Centennial Anniversary of Wisconsin’s Ratification of the 19th Amendment, will highlight Dr. Berdie Cowser, director of the Bureau of Housing at the Center for Veterans Issues Ltd., First Lady Kathy Evers announced on Thursday, July 2, 2020. “As we celebrate women’s right to vote, from enactment of the 19th … [Read more...] about “Women Who Inspire” to highlight Dr. Berdie Cowser
Indiana man claims group of assailants threatened to “get a noose”
An Indiana Black man said a group of White men assaulted him and threatened to "get a noose" after claiming he and his friends had trespassed on private property as they gathered at an Indiana lake over the Fourth of July weekend to watch the lunar eclipse. The incident prompted dozens of people to protest in front of the Bloomington, Indiana courthouse Monday, July 6, … [Read more...] about Indiana man claims group of assailants threatened to “get a noose”
The potential eviction crisis could create a debt time bomb
By Khalil Shahyd We are now just over three weeks away from the expiration of the federal eviction ban passed by the Congress under the CARES Act in March. If Congress doesn’t urgently act to extend the moratorium, U.S. households that are most vulnerable to the health and economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic face the increasing threat of evictions at the worst possible … [Read more...] about The potential eviction crisis could create a debt time bomb
Declaration of Independence – Introduction
On July 4, 2020, our nation celebrated Independence Day or “July 4th.” According to history.com, the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution. On July 2, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence, and two days later delegates from the 13 colonies adopted the Declaration of Independence, a historic … [Read more...] about Declaration of Independence – Introduction