On Tuesday, September 27, 2016 the Milwaukee Urban League, the Department of Workforce Development, Milwaukee County, the City of Milwaukee, Employ Milwaukee Workforce Development, and Job Center of Wisconsin hosted the opening of the Neighborhood Job Center Access Point inside the Milwaukee Urban league, 435 West North Ave. The Access Point helps individuals looking for work … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League opens ‘Neighborhood Job Center Access Point’
Community Spotlight
Riverside University High School hosts ‘All City Class Reunion’
On Friday, September 30, 2016 at the Astor Hotel, Riverside University High School held their "All City Class Reunion." This momentous occasion featured alumni attending who graduated since the 1950's and beyond, with the Classes of '72, '81, and '74 having the biggest turnouts. … [Read more...] about Riverside University High School hosts ‘All City Class Reunion’
Mayor Barrett submits austere and resourceful 2017 proposed budget to Milwaukee Common Council
Despite “the triple whammy of increased pension obligations, rising health care costs and cuts in state aid” Mayor Tom Barrett submitted to the Milwaukee Common Council a proposed 2017-18 budget of $1.53 billion which includes just a 2.7 percent increase in taxes. According to Mayor Barrett, the average homeowner will experience an annual property tax increase of … [Read more...] about Mayor Barrett submits austere and resourceful 2017 proposed budget to Milwaukee Common Council
Milwaukee Branch NAACP host 2016 Freedom Fund Dinner
On Friday, September 23, 2016 the NAACP Milwaukee Branch hosted their annual Freedom Fund Dinner at the Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee. The theme for this year's dinner was, "Our Lives Matter, Our Votes Count" and the keynote address was delivered by TV One Morning News host Roland Martin. Pictured at the event are (from left) NAACP state president Frank A. Humphrey; … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Branch NAACP host 2016 Freedom Fund Dinner
A Conversation with African American Museum’s Lonnie Bunch
AABUNCH -- It was a day full of glitz and glamour as celebrities, elected officials, civil rights icons, three American presidents and tens of thousands gathered here Saturday to celebrate the historic opening of the The new Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. Prior to the opening, Howard University News Service reporter Maiyah Mayhan talked … [Read more...] about A Conversation with African American Museum’s Lonnie Bunch
Russ Feingold hosts community BBQ in Sherman Park
Wisconsin U.S. Senate Democratic Candidate Russ Feingold hosted a community barbecue at Sherman Park on Saturday, September 17, 2016. The event featured food, music, bounce houses and other entertainment for families. Feingold was received warmly by a crowd estimated by organizers at more than 300 and took questions from many of the guests. At least 100 were still … [Read more...] about Russ Feingold hosts community BBQ in Sherman Park
Andre Ellis named winner of the 2016 Frank P. Zeidler Public Service Award
Andre Lee Ellis, a local activist, community leader, and theatre director was honored as a recipient of the 2016 Frank P. Zeidler Public Service Award during a special ceremony in the Common Council Anteroom on Tuesday, September 20, 2016. Ellis has worked diligently to improve the lives of young African American men, while also investing in and improving the community. … [Read more...] about Andre Ellis named winner of the 2016 Frank P. Zeidler Public Service Award
‘Laughter For Your Soul’ event celebrates 27 years of Milwaukee Health Services, Inc.
On Sunday, September 18, 2016, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI), celebrated 27 years of service to Milwaukee's most underserved neighborhoods during their family friendly comedy show, "Laughter for the Soul: Chuckles for Your Health!" The show was held at Milwaukee Area Technical College's Cooley Auditorium. The special guest for the event was world … [Read more...] about ‘Laughter For Your Soul’ event celebrates 27 years of Milwaukee Health Services, Inc.
Tour Historic Central Library
Tour Historic Central Library Tour the Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave., with the Friends. Free tours begin at 11 a.m. each Saturday afternoon in the rotunda. Tour goers receive a coupon for a free book at the end of the tour in the Bookseller Store and Café. To arrange for a special tour call (414) 286-TOUR. SPECIAL EVENT Harvest Fest Celebrate the … [Read more...] about Tour Historic Central Library
Veteran WNOV radio host Eric Von dies
Eric Von, one of the leading voices of black talk radio in Milwaukee, died September 8 of an apparent heart attack. He was 58 years old and had suffered for a number of years from a debilitating chronic illness. In addition to his radio broadcasting work, Von was also a journalist, television broadcaster, founder of the online men’s health magazine Brain Brawn and … [Read more...] about Veteran WNOV radio host Eric Von dies