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October 7th, 2025

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President Biden ends campaign run, makes way for Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential bid

If elected in November, Harris would be the first female, the first black American, and the first South Asian American to be elected to the office of U.S. President After weeks of facing growing questions in regards to his age, physical and mental health, President Joe Biden announced Sunday, July 21, 2024, that he was ending his presidential re-election campaign, bringing … [Read more...] about President Biden ends campaign run, makes way for Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential bid

Garfield’s 502 R&B Festival returns to bring community together

Photos by Yvonne Kemp Garfield's 502 R&B Music Festival returned to Garfield Avenue for another year of music, food, and fun on Saturday, July 20, 2024. “This is one of the events that attracts a more mature crowd, and it has become one of the best and most anticipated events and festivals in this particular area,” said Board Chair and Organizer Melissa Buford. … [Read more...] about Garfield’s 502 R&B Festival returns to bring community together

Stepping up for success: Churches unite togive away 1,000 pairs of new shoes

Churches provided new shoes for the school year to help students in the community with self-esteem and to combat truancy. Religious leaders from Ephesians Missionary Baptist Church and the Embassy Center of Milwaukee gave away 1,000 pairs of new shoes to students. The two congregations have come together to help kids start the school year on the right foot. "I'm sure you … [Read more...] about Stepping up for success: Churches unite togive away 1,000 pairs of new shoes

Nadine Smith celebrates 85th birthday

Nadine Smith celebrated her 85th birthday on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at Gordon Park Pavilion. She was elated and surprised by the presence of close family members and friends, which included two of her lifelong friends at this joyous event. Nadine and her five children moved to Milwaukee from Memphis, TN in 1969. She is a faithful, loyal member of the Mothers Board at … [Read more...] about Nadine Smith celebrates 85th birthday

Mid-summer mental health check-in

By RISE Drug Free MKE While summer is associated with good times at the beach, music festivals, and backyard cookouts, it can be difficult to acknowledge that you may be struggling with your emotions. There is so much pressure to be active and engaged in the community that many forget to relax, recuperate, and reflect. But summer is a great time to do a mental health … [Read more...] about Mid-summer mental health check-in

This Week In Black History – July 25, 2024

July 25, 1916 – Garrett Morgan, inventor of the gas mask, rescued six people from gas-filled tunnel in Cleveland, OH. July 26, 1948 – President Harry S. Truman issued Executive Order 9981, ending segregation in the U.S. armed forces. July 27, 1880 – Alexander P. Ashbourne patented process for refining coconut oil. July 28, 1868 – 14th Amendment that granted blacks … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – July 25, 2024

Rev. Al Sharpton delivers eulogy for Dvontaye Mitchell; Attorney Ben Crump delivers ‘National Call for Justice’

Rev. Al Sharpton, President and Founder of the National Action Network (NAN), delivered the eulogy for Dvontaye Mitchell in Milwaukee on Thursday, July 11, 2024, as thousands descend upon the city for the start of the Republican National Convention (RNC). Mitchell’s case has sparked outrage in Wisconsin’s largest city after the 43-year-old was detained by several Hyatt Regency … [Read more...] about Rev. Al Sharpton delivers eulogy for Dvontaye Mitchell; Attorney Ben Crump delivers ‘National Call for Justice’