By: Urban Media News “Anyone from Milwaukee saw this coming. It was always when, not if.” So said outgoing State Representative Mandela Barnes this week after nights of unrest in the Sherman Park neighborhood in the wake of another fatal police shooting. The images of stores set on fire, police in riot gear, and a community in pain have made headlines this … [Read more...] about Moving beyond Sherman Park to a brighter future
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Milwaukee Urban League hosts round-table discussion on the ‘Stronger Way Act’
On Monday, August 15, 2015 the Milwaukee Urban League Milwaukee Branch, along with U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (left), hosted a round-table discussion on the importance of the "Stronger Way Act." The Stronger Way Act, which is being co-sponsored by Senator Baldwin and Senator Cory Booker (DNJ), is a bill proposed to Congress that will create opportunity for all and reward … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts round-table discussion on the ‘Stronger Way Act’
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin opens new Midtown Clinic in Northwest Milwaukee
On Monday, August 15, 2016 Children's Hospital of Wisconsin hosted the grand opening celebration for the their new Midtown Clinic, 5433 W. Fond du Lac Ave. The newest and largest primary care clinic in Milwaukee features eight full-time and seven part-time doctors, as well as a staff of nurse practitioners, a psychologist and medical students to assist the community. A … [Read more...] about Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin opens new Midtown Clinic in Northwest Milwaukee
How the gymnastics world changed, and then turned, on Gabby Douglas
She just finished seventh out of eight on Sunday’s uneven bars final, ending an Olympics where the focus was more on her facial expressions, hand placement during medal ceremony national anthems and perceived enthusiasm for her teammates than whatever she did in actual competition. Now, Gabby Douglas was standing strong at Rio Olympic Arena with a backpack hanging from her … [Read more...] about How the gymnastics world changed, and then turned, on Gabby Douglas
Obstruction of Obama Supreme Court Nominee Continues
Five months ago President Barack Obama fulfilled his constitutional duty and nominated Judge Merrick Garland to fill the vacant seat on the United States Supreme Court. Republicans, including Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson have refused to give the President’s nominee a committee hearing and up or down vote on the floor of the Senate. Judge Garland … [Read more...] about Obstruction of Obama Supreme Court Nominee Continues
Vice presidential hopeful Tim Kaine visits Milwaukee
Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Kaine outlined Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton’s five-point plan to increase the number of “family supporting jobs” during a visit on Friday, August 5, 2016 in front of a crowd of more than 250 supporters at the Lakefront Brewery on Commerce Street. Kaine said that if elected President Hillary Clinton would … [Read more...] about Vice presidential hopeful Tim Kaine visits Milwaukee
Rain would not deter the 14th Annual Summer of Peace Youth Rally
The 14th Annual Summer of Peace Youth Rally took place on Friday, July 29, 2016 at Martin Luther King Peace Place, located at N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Drive and W. Ring St. The event theme was “Promote the Positive" and despite the rain, kicked off with community parades gathering at N. 5th and W. Locust (Peace Park & Garden) and at N. 9th and W. Ring (We Got … [Read more...] about Rain would not deter the 14th Annual Summer of Peace Youth Rally
Salvation Army and Brewers’ Wives helps local kids beat the heat
On Monday, July 25, 2016 the Salvation Army Milwaukee's Feed the Kids Summer Meals program and the Brewers' Wives charity foundation hosted an ice cream social at James Beckum Park (formerly Carver Park) for all the area children who are part of the program. The children not only got to enjoy refreshing ice cream treats on a hot summer's day, they also got to play … [Read more...] about Salvation Army and Brewers’ Wives helps local kids beat the heat
Traci Braxton guests at local Burger King’s ‘Celebrity Drive-Through’
On Saturday, July 23, 2016 the employees and customers at the Burger King on Green Bay & Capitol Drive got to "Take a Break from Boredom," with TV/ radio personality and singer Traci Braxton. Traci took drive-through orders and helped customers as part of a special promotion between "The Traci Braxton Show" on BLIS.F.M. radio and Burger King. Traci was in town … [Read more...] about Traci Braxton guests at local Burger King’s ‘Celebrity Drive-Through’
Coalition for Justice stands in solidarity for justice and lost lives
[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