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
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The National Museum of American History and Culture for NNPA websites and Facebook pages
AAMUSEUM -- Prior to its grand opening Sept. 24, the National Museum of African American History and Culture hosted an open house for its nearly 10,000 charter members, those whose donations made the creation of the $540 million museum possible. Howard University News Service reporter Sidnee King spoke with some as they toured the facility last weekend and they shared … [Read more...] about The National Museum of American History and Culture for NNPA websites and Facebook pages
Upcoming TV Special: Rethinking High School
Students Give Journalist, Educators Earful in “Rethinking High School” SCHOOLS (Print) – The distinguished panel of educators, academicians and thinkers, moderated by Peabody and Emmy Award-winning journalist Soledad O’Brien, had come together in the sedate environs of Howard University’s Founders Hall to have, they perhaps thought, a dispassionate discussion on high … [Read more...] about Upcoming TV Special: Rethinking High School
Tulsa officer Betty Shelby booked, released on bond
Tulsa police officer Betty Shelby was booked at the local county jail early Friday and released shortly after on $50,000 bond. Shelby has been charged with manslaughter in the fatal shooting of an unarmed black man, Terence Crutcher, after his SUV broke down last week. Tulsa County District Attorney Steve Kunzweiler announced the charge Thursday. The criminal … [Read more...] about Tulsa officer Betty Shelby booked, released on bond
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.
After watching, Keith Scott’s family calls for shooting videos to be released
The grief-stricken family of a Charlotte, N.C., man who died in a police-involved shooting was shown videos of this fateful encounter — and wants them released to the public. Keith Lamont Scott’s relatives and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department have painted two very different pictures of what happened leading up to his death on Tuesday. For the family, the videos … [Read more...] about After watching, Keith Scott’s family calls for shooting videos to be released
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
Milwaukee Exposure & Explorer Project celebrates 7th Annual Luncheon
On Sunday, September 11, 2016, The Milwaukee Exposure and Explorer Project (MEEP) hosted its 7th Annual Luncheon. MEEP was founded in the summer of 2009 by former Milwaukee Public School teachers Lilly Simmons, Erma Smith, and Betty Rodgers. The founders recognized the need for urban children to be exposed to the possibilities and opportunities of a variety of careers. … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Exposure & Explorer Project celebrates 7th Annual Luncheon