[slideshow_deploy id='18803'] On Monday, July 11, 2016 the Coalition for Justice hosted a solidarity rally and protest to honor the lives lost in police and gun violence. The rally was held at Red Arrow Park, the site of the Dontre Hamilton shooting and drew a diverse crowd. The rally was to show support for the victims and families of those who have lost their lives during … [Read more...] about Coalition for Justice stands in solidarity for justice and lost lives
Community Spotlight
Shanika Minor bound over for trial, accused in deaths of Tamecca Perry, her unborn child
MILWAUKEE — 24-year-old Shanika Minor, one of the FBI’s Most Wanted Fugitives was bound over for trial on Friday, July 15th. Minor is charged with one count of first degree intentional homicide and one count of first degree intentional homicide of an unborn child for the shooting deaths of Tamecca Perry and her unborn child. Minor was arrested Friday, July 1st at a motel in … [Read more...] about Shanika Minor bound over for trial, accused in deaths of Tamecca Perry, her unborn child
Philando Castile, a 32-year- old black man and school cafeteria worker, was shot to death
Philando Castile, a 32-year- old black man and school cafeteria worker, was shot to death by police in a suburb of St. Paul, Minn., on July 6 after being pulled over at around 9 pm for a broken tail light. When ordered to produce identification, Mr. Castille informed the police officer that he was legally armed with a concealed carry permit for a handgun. As Mr. … [Read more...] about Philando Castile, a 32-year- old black man and school cafeteria worker, was shot to death
HaRUNbee 5K Walk/Run approved as part of Bronzeville Week 2016
HaRUNbee 5K Walk/Run approved as part of Bronzeville Week 2016 The Common Council today approved the HaRUNbee 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, August 6 as part of Bronzeville Week 2016, and is intended to raise awareness and help increase healthy birth outcomes in the City of Milwaukee. The Milwaukee Lifecourse Initiative for Healthy Families (LIHF) organized the HaRUNbee … [Read more...] about HaRUNbee 5K Walk/Run approved as part of Bronzeville Week 2016
Bublr Bikes and HACM to Announce Major Partnership
Bublr Bikes and HACM to Announce Major Partnership Commitment to make bike share system accessible and used by all Milwaukeeans WHAT: Public announcement of Bublr Bikes and HACM partnership. Ceremonial opening of Bublr Bikes station adjoining HACM’s Townhomes at Carver Park development. • Announcement of Partnership Details • Speakers: Mayor Tom … [Read more...] about Bublr Bikes and HACM to Announce Major Partnership
Milwaukee Health Services holds free HIV testing event for ‘Men’s Health Month’ and ‘National HIV Testing Day’
[slideshow_deploy id='18726'] In observance of the 2016 National HIV Testing Day and Men’s Health Month, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI) Early Intervention Program offered free HIV and Hepatitis-C testing on Monday, June 27, 2016, at their two locations: MLK Health Center, 2555 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Drive, and at the Isaac Coggs Heritage Health Center, 8200 W. … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Health Services holds free HIV testing event for ‘Men’s Health Month’ and ‘National HIV Testing Day’
North Division graduate celebrates milestone achievement with all white graduation celebration
[slideshow_deploy id='18643'] Martinez Milton celebrated the life milestone of graduating from high school, on Friday, June 17, 2016 with an All White Graduation Celebration. The formal affair was held at the Radisson Hotel - West, 2303 N. Mayfair Road, and featured dinner, music and dancing for Martinez, his family and friends who all wore white. Martinez is a graduate … [Read more...] about North Division graduate celebrates milestone achievement with all white graduation celebration
500 Fathers stand up against violence
[slideshow_deploy id='18632'] On Friday June 17, 2016 Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton and Alderman Khalif J. Rainey, along with Mayor Tom Barrett and more than a hundred Milwaukee fathers attended a rally, to helping put a stop to violence in the community. The event was hosted in Moody Park, which is located in Alderman Rainey's district. The rally was held to … [Read more...] about 500 Fathers stand up against violence
Milwaukee celebrates 45th Juneteenth Day with parade and street festival
[slideshow_deploy id='18627'] Sunday, June 19, 2016 was not only Father's Day, it was also Juneteenth Day. Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. Milwaukee commemorated this event with a parade and an all-day street festival. The 45th Annual Juneteenth Celebration also launched the inaugural … [Read more...] about Milwaukee celebrates 45th Juneteenth Day with parade and street festival
North Side Business Incubator
North Side Business Incubator Focus: Building from Within A brand-new business incubator has found the spirit of entrepreneurship is alive and thriving on Milwaukee’s near north side. Twenty residents will present their business ideas, ranging from an art studio to a native plant nursery, at a free incubator workshop set for Wednesday, June 29, 1:30 to 5 p.m., at St. Ann … [Read more...] about North Side Business Incubator