On Sunday, September 23, 2018, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI) hosted "Laughter for the Soul Three," comedy event at the Marquette University Varsity Theater. The event marked the 29th anniversary of MHSI and is also a fundraiser for MHSI to support a variety of their health programs that help underserved neighborhoods. This year's performers were Fox6's Rob Haswell, … [Read more...] about MHSI hosts ‘Laughter for the Soul Three’
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A-LEGO hosts 2nd Annual Black Educators’ Ball
On Saturday, September 22, 2018, African American Ladies Empowered to Grow Opportunities (A-LEGO) hosted their 2nd Annual Black Educators' Ball at the Zoofari Conference Center, 9715 W. Bluemound Rd. The event honors local African American teachers who were nominated by their community for A-LEGO’s Outstanding Educator Awards. The educators honored are those who go above and … [Read more...] about A-LEGO hosts 2nd Annual Black Educators’ Ball
Boy, 12, boy killed in Harambee neighborhood house fire
A 12-year-old male child died in a house fire at 2509B N. 5th Street on September 24, 2018. Six adult occupants and four children were able to escape, but the victim was trapped on the upper floor of the 1½ story residence until rescued after an aggressive search; but unfortunately, by the time he was found, he had already succumbed to the high heat and fire. In the … [Read more...] about Boy, 12, boy killed in Harambee neighborhood house fire
Northwestern Mutual Foundation invests nearly $3.4 million to foster thriving neighborhoods and educational success
Northwestern Mutual is dedicated to enhancing its headquarters in Milwaukee by providing its residents with access to quality health, educational and community resources. To further its commitment, the company, through its Foundation, announced on Wednesday, September 26, 2018, nearly $3.4 million in grants to nonprofits and organizations. The organizations receiving funding … [Read more...] about Northwestern Mutual Foundation invests nearly $3.4 million to foster thriving neighborhoods and educational success
Colin Kaepernick pushes Nike’s market value up $6 billion, to an all-time high
Nike’s market value has risen by $6 billion since its controversial decision to feature former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick in its new ad campaign, CBS News reports. Shares are up more than 36 percent for the year, nearly 5 percent just since the ad’s launch. Kaepernick is known for being the first NFL player to take a knee during the national anthem back in 2016, … [Read more...] about Colin Kaepernick pushes Nike’s market value up $6 billion, to an all-time high
House passes Rep. Moore’s bill to designate Vel R. Phillips post office building
On Thursday, September 13, 2018, Congresswoman Gwen Moore’s (WI-04) bill to designate the facility of the US Post Office located at 2650 North Doctor Martin Luther King Drive in Milwaukee as the “Vel R. Phillips Post Office Building” passed the US House of Representatives. Congresswomen Moore delivered the following remarks on the House floor in support of her bill: "Mr. … [Read more...] about House passes Rep. Moore’s bill to designate Vel R. Phillips post office building
Senior Deacons honored at gala recognition night
On Saturday, September 15, 2018, the General Baptist State Laymen and the Wisconsin General Baptist State Laymen presented their annual Senior Deacons Recognition Night at the Best Western Plus, 5101 South Howell Ave. The theme was " Let My Works Speak For Me," and the keynote speaker was Bishop John Pierre James. The event honored more than forty-six deacons from eighteen … [Read more...] about Senior Deacons honored at gala recognition night
Nefertari African Dance Company celebrates 50th Anniversary
On Sunday, September 15 and 16, 2018, the Nefertari African Dance Company (NADC) hosted its 50th Year Anniversary at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society, 2620 W. Center St. The weekend events included multi-cultural dance workshops, and a gala event. The Nefertari Dance Company was founded in 1968 at the North Division High School by teacher and coach the late Sarah Lee … [Read more...] about Nefertari African Dance Company celebrates 50th Anniversary
Police probing “suspicious death” of student pledging Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity
University of California Riverside student "suddenly collapsed" during fraternity hiking trip The family of a 20-yearold student who was pledging a fraternity at the University of California, Riverside, wants to know whether hazing led to his death, CBS Los Angeles reports. As of Monday, September 17, 2018, police were awaiting results of the autopsy and were calling it a … [Read more...] about Police probing “suspicious death” of student pledging Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity
Boston Store plans to open new Milwaukee-area stores by Christmas
Not a joke, nor a hoax. The Indiana company that purchased the rights to Boston Store and other former Bon-Ton brands plans to open three brick and mortar locations in the Milwaukee area before the start of the holiday shopping season. Fred Hulls, a representative from Boston Store’s public relations department, made the announcement Monday, September 17, 2018, on WISN 12 … [Read more...] about Boston Store plans to open new Milwaukee-area stores by Christmas