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US Senate goes ‘nuclear’ to clear path for President Trump’s Supreme Court pick
MILWAUKEE -- Senate Republicans -- including Wisconsin's Ron Johnson -- made an historic change to Senate rules Thursday, April 6th -- clearing the way for President Donald Trump's Supreme Court nominee to be confirmed. This was the so-called "nuclear option." It allowed Senate Republicans to shut down a Democratic filibuster over Neil Gorsuch. And it left both sides blaming … [Read more...] about US Senate goes ‘nuclear’ to clear path for President Trump’s Supreme Court pick
The 25 Most Anticipated Tours of 2017
Regardless of how listening to albums and songs has changed over the last several decades, live music remains a constant. Around this time of year, loads of artists announce their live show itineraries while festivals cue us in to other performers who are likely to be on the road. As fans, we scan these listings looking for our home city (or something within a reasonable … [Read more...] about The 25 Most Anticipated Tours of 2017
ESSENCE® Presents Keynotes, Conversations and Celebrations on Festival’s Daytime Empowerment Experience Stage
Featuring Iyanla Vanzant, Ava DuVernay, Congresswoman Maxine Waters, Rev. Al Sharpton, Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, Dr. Cissy Houston & More New York, NY (March 16, 2017) — Time Inc.’s (NYSE:TIME) ESSENCE Festival® presented by Coca-Cola® announces its star-studded daytime lineup of speakers and panelists for the event’s signatureESSENCE® Empowerment Experience … [Read more...] about ESSENCE® Presents Keynotes, Conversations and Celebrations on Festival’s Daytime Empowerment Experience Stage
50th Annual Hampton Jazz Festival Line-up Announced
--Each evening to sizzle with classic performances by R&B, Pop, and Soul Legends-- Hampton, Virginia- This June 23-25, 2017 the 50th annual Hampton Jazz Festival returns to the Hampton Coliseum for yet another soulful weekend of unforgettable entertainment. This highly anticipated event will feature the top jazz, pop, R&B, and blues performers in the … [Read more...] about 50th Annual Hampton Jazz Festival Line-up Announced
President Trump’s border wall may be built on Mexican land
No wall in the middle of the Rio Grande Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke on Tuesday implied that President Donald Trump’s promised border wall could be built on Mexican soil — but the White House is still scrabbling to find funding for the project. In a Tuesday speech to the Public Land Council in Washington, Zinke said the proposed U.S.-Mexico border wall — projected to cost … [Read more...] about President Trump’s border wall may be built on Mexican land
Judge in Hawaii extends order blocking President Trump’s travel ban
HAWAII — A federal judge in Hawaii decided Wednesday, March 29th to extend his order blocking President Donald Trump’s travel ban. U.S. District Judge Derrick Watson issued the longer-lasting hold on the ban just hours after hearing arguments. Hawaii says the policy discriminates against Muslims and hurts the state’s tourist-dependent economy. The implied message in the … [Read more...] about Judge in Hawaii extends order blocking President Trump’s travel ban
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.® 83RD CENTRAL REGIONAL CONFERENCE APRIL 6-9, 2017
Thursday, April 6 Volunteering to sort and label food to feed the Milwaukee community. Friday, April 7 | Step Show Members will pause for some fun at the Old School, AKA 83rd Regional Step Show. Friday, April 7 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, April 8 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Schedule your appointment to give blood at the AKA Community Blood … [Read more...] about ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.® 83RD CENTRAL REGIONAL CONFERENCE APRIL 6-9, 2017
Trump’s First Legislative Effort Fails as G.O.P. Pulls Bill to Repeal Obamacare
WASHINGTON — House Republican leaders, facing a revolt among conservatives and moderates in their ranks, pulled legislation to repeal the Affordable Care Act from consideration on the House floor Friday afternoon in a humiliating defeat for President Trump on the first legislative showdown of his presidency. Paul D. Ryan, the House speaker, rushed to the White House shortly … [Read more...] about Trump’s First Legislative Effort Fails as G.O.P. Pulls Bill to Repeal Obamacare
How are Wisconsin’s representatives voting on the Obamacare replacement bill?
House Speaker Paul Ryan (R) is about as firm a "yes" on the AHCA as can be expected. The Janesville rep has led the effort with President Trump and other GOP leaders to attempt to ensure its passage. The bill failing in his chamber would be a blow to his credibility as Speaker. ll of Wisconsin's Democrats are expected to vote "no" on the House version of the AHCA. Rep. Mark … [Read more...] about How are Wisconsin’s representatives voting on the Obamacare replacement bill?