Samad’s House and the Franciscan Peacemakers held a fall community resource event on Saturday, September 19, 2020. The resource fair was held on 34th and Lisbon Avenue. There were several community organizations and businesses present to talk and give out materials to residents about voting and COVID 19 such as Medical College/Froedtert Hospital, Washington Park Association, … [Read more...] about Samad’s House and the Franciscan Peacemakers hold fall community resource fair and voter registration
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Highway is dedicated to local Milwaukee advocate Jeannetta Simpson-Robinson
On Thursday, September 17, 2020, the family of Jeannetta Simpson- Robisnon, local community leaders and residents gathered for the dedication and sign unveiling of the Jeannetta Simpson- Robinson Memorial Highway, the stretch of I-43 between the North Avenue and Keefe/Atkinson Ave. interchanges. Ms. Simpson-Robinson died on October 9, 2008 at the age of 68. She was … [Read more...] about Highway is dedicated to local Milwaukee advocate Jeannetta Simpson-Robinson
Mayor proposes cutting 120 police officers in 2021 budget
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett is proposing to cut 120 police officers in the 2021 city budget. He presented his budget Tuesday, September 22, 2020. Barrett said the coronavirus pandemic has caused budget challenges and a drop in revenue. Milwaukee's bond rating was recently downgraded by two notches making it more difficult for the city to borrow money. Barrett said … [Read more...] about Mayor proposes cutting 120 police officers in 2021 budget
Souls to the Polls and Greater Galilee hosts ‘Labor Day Sit-In’
Lift Up the Fight for Black Lives, Black Votes and Economic Justice Souls to the Polls, Greater Galilee Baptist Church and a network of churches, unions and community groups hosted a Labor Day sit-in on Monday, September 7, 2020 at Greater Galilee Baptist Church, 2432 N. Teutonia Avenue. The struggles of the past six months have created fear and instability around the … [Read more...] about Souls to the Polls and Greater Galilee hosts ‘Labor Day Sit-In’
Bader Philanthropies hosts ‘Take-away BBQ’
On Thursday, September 10, 2020, Bader Philanthropies, Inc., celebrated the final days of summer with a festive and fun "Take-away BBQ" at their headquarters at 3300 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. Attendees could driveup or walk-up to choose from a selection of "hot off the grill,"foods, sides and beverages. While they waited in line, guests enjoyed live music and … [Read more...] about Bader Philanthropies hosts ‘Take-away BBQ’
Louisville has settled Breonna Taylor’s wrongful death lawsuit for $12 million
The city of Louisville, Kentucky, has agreed to pay $12 million to the family of Breonna Taylor, the 26-yearold EMT killed by police six months ago, to settle a wrongful death lawsuit, family attorney Sam Aguilar confirmed to CNN. Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer announced the settlement Tuesday, September 15, 2020, in a joint press conference with the Taylor family's … [Read more...] about Louisville has settled Breonna Taylor’s wrongful death lawsuit for $12 million
Packers stay in locker room for pre-game anthems
The Green Bay Packers stayed in the team locker room during the pregame anthems Sunday, September 13, 2020. A reporter tweeted the news Sunday morning. "Instead of a roll call of who’s sitting or standing, they want to keep the focus on the issues and actions they’re taking to create real change," Tom Pelissero tweeted. The national anthem and Black national anthem … [Read more...] about Packers stay in locker room for pre-game anthems
VP candidate Kamala Harris makes Milwaukee her first campaign stop
Sen. Kamala D. Harris visited Milwaukee on Monday, September 7, 2020 for her first in-person campaign stop since being named the Democratic vice-presidential nominee, highlighting the campaign's continued convergence on Wisconsin, the epicenter of ongoing protests against police violence and a state President Trump won by fewer than 30,000 votes in 2016. Hours after Vice … [Read more...] about VP candidate Kamala Harris makes Milwaukee her first campaign stop
St. Ann Center hosts Free Refreshment Fridays: Eat, Drink, & Be Healthy
Every Friday in September, St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care-Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave. will be hosting "Free Refreshment Fridays." The regular event will allow locals to explore the grounds and walkways of the campus, and get some fresh air and exercise in a safe environment. The events will include a free beverage, healthy snacks, live music and … [Read more...] about St. Ann Center hosts Free Refreshment Fridays: Eat, Drink, & Be Healthy
WestCare Wisconsin holds ‘Drive-Thru Resource Fair & Food Pantry’
From August 5 - September 17, 2020, West Care Wisconsin, Feeding America, and the Greater Milwaukee Foundation have been hosting a regular "Drive-Thru Resource Fair and Food Pantry," at the Clinton Rose Senior Center, 3045 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. During this event, families in need can drive up to access WestCare's food pantry as well as other services … [Read more...] about WestCare Wisconsin holds ‘Drive-Thru Resource Fair & Food Pantry’