An early morning vandal was captured on surveillance cameras smashing the glass to multiple doors and windows at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society Thursday, July 6, 2023. The obtained surveillance footage from the center shows a woman using a rock to smash the glass. She broke two doors and a window. Milwaukee Police Department said it is searching for an … [Read more...] about Vandal bust windows outside Wisconsin Black Historical Society
Milwaukee Common Council approves 2 percent sales tax to avoid a financial crisis
The tax passed with a 12-3 vote The Milwaukee Common Council voted 12-3 on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, to approve a higher sales tax. That was two more than the two-thirds majority needed to pass. Voting 'no' were council members Andrea Pratt, Mark Chambers, Jr., and Milele Coggs. The sales tax in Milwaukee will go up 2 cents per dollar as of January 1, 2024. City … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Common Council approves 2 percent sales tax to avoid a financial crisis
The Hop announces expanded service for busy festival weekend
Streetcar to operate until 1 a.m. Friday/Saturday nights; provide more frequent service Saturday The Hop, presented by Potawatomi Casino Hotel, on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, announced extended and expanded service to accommodate festival-goers attending this weekend’s Bastille Days Festival in Cathedral Square Park and Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival at Veterans Park. … [Read more...] about The Hop announces expanded service for busy festival weekend
Word of Hope Ministries hosts diverse business graduation and laptop award
On Saturday, June 10, 2023, Word of Hope Ministries, Inc., held its Diverse Business Development Program Graduation at Compel Family Life Center, 4057 N. Mayfair Rd. The event was the culmination of the eight-week Cohort for the Diverse Business Development Program. Their were various speakers who provided resources and information to small businesses. It was also an … [Read more...] about Word of Hope Ministries hosts diverse business graduation and laptop award
Register now for MPS Head Start for Fall 2023
Register now for Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Head Start for Fall 2023. If your child is 3 or 4 years old, it’s time for their learning journey to begin. Children who attend preschool, Head Start, or an early learning program are more prepared for kindergarten and are more successful in school. Help your child succeed— register for MPS Head Start now! Head Start is a free … [Read more...] about Register now for MPS Head Start for Fall 2023
Mayor visited Rufus King festival because a student took initiative
When one Rufus King International High School graduate looks over the accomplishments of his senior year, he can include getting the mayor of Milwaukee to attend the school’s Ethnic Fest. Mayor Cavalier Johnson came to King International High School to watch student dance and drum performances, sample cultural foods, greet students, and sit down for a recorded interview … [Read more...] about Mayor visited Rufus King festival because a student took initiative
Five critical heart facts black people need to know
According to the American Heart Association, more than 121 million Americans are dealing with heart problems. Additionally, more than 800,000 people have heart attacks every year. As startling as those numbers are, though, the statistics about heart disease are even more troubling for black people. Here are a few of them you need to know. 1. Black Americans are 30 percent … [Read more...] about Five critical heart facts black people need to know
Menopause and your diet: Foods to choose and avoid
Menopause, a natural stage in a woman’s life, brings a host of changes and challenges. One aspect that is crucial to consider is nutrition. Eating the right foods and avoiding others can help you navigate this change with vitality and optimal health. This article will discuss the key foods to eat and those to avoid so you can thrive during menopause and beyond. Diet … [Read more...] about Menopause and your diet: Foods to choose and avoid
Hunger Task Force kicking off voucher program for seniors in Milwaukee County
Hunger Task Force will accept applications at four drive-thru events, online and by mail-in for the annual distribution of seniors farmers market vouchers. The second in-person drive-thru event was Friday, July 7,at Abundant Faith Church of Integrity, 7830 W. Good Hope Road The Senior Farmers’ Market Voucher Program provides low-income seniors with $25 in vouchers that can … [Read more...] about Hunger Task Force kicking off voucher program for seniors in Milwaukee County
This Week In Black History – July 13, 2023
July 13, 1965 – Thurgood Marshall becomes first African American appointed U.S. Solicitor General. July 14, 1955 – George Washington Carver Monument, first national park honoring an African American, is dedicated in Joplin, MO. July 15, 1867 – Maggie Lena Walker, first woman and first African American to become president of a bank. July 16, 1862 – Anti-lynching … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – July 13, 2023