On Saturday, April 14, 2018, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-WI) and Congressman Keith Ellison (D-MN) hosted "Misery in Our Midst: A Forum on Gun Violence," at Sojourner Family Peace Center, 619 West Walnut Street. The forum discussed many different topics related to gun violence and its prevention, including the link between domestic violence and gun violence and how to prevent … [Read more...] about Reps. Gwen Moore and Keith Ellison host forum on gun violence
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Milwaukee civil rights leader Vel Phillips passes away at 94
Lifelong trailblazer and civil rights advocate Vel R. Phillips died Tuesday, April 17, 2018, leaving a legacy of fighting for equality that has inspired generations. Phillips, 94, was praised by city leaders as an unwavering voice for justice who deeply changed Milwaukee. “She was a lonely warrior for a long time,” Mayor Tom Barrett said. “There were others who were … [Read more...] about Milwaukee civil rights leader Vel Phillips passes away at 94
GMAR celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act
On Wednesday April 11, 2018, the Greater Milwaukee Association of Realtors (GMAR) and city leaders recognize the 50th Anniversary of the Fair Housing Act at an event held on the Marquette University campus. Speakers for the event were Mayor Tom Barrett; Alderman Ashanti Hamilton; former Milwaukee NAACP Youth Council member and Commando Fred Reed; civil rights activist Margaret … [Read more...] about GMAR celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act
Milwaukee Brewers celebrate Home Opening Day 2018
On Monday, April 2, 2018, The Milwaukee Brewers celebrated their home opener of the 2018 baseball season. Despite the chilly conditions for tailgating, it did not dampen the spirits of a full house at Miller Park. Opening day both inside and outside the stadium marked the ceremonial start of spring in the upper Midwest, whether or not the weather wanted to cooperate. Dan and … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers celebrate Home Opening Day 2018
Milwaukee Urban League’s Annual Board of Directors Meeting
Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) Annual Board of Directors Meeting was held at the law offices of Foley & Lardner, LLP on Wednesday, March 28, 2018. Front row left to right: Daryl A. Hudson, 2nd vice chair MUL and business manager of Oak Creek UPS; Katie R. Robb, assistant treasurer MUL and general manager of Great Lakes Coca Cola Milwaukee & Madison offices; Jocelyn … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League’s Annual Board of Directors Meeting
FashionWalk 2018:’It Takes a Village to End Sex Trafficking’
On Sunday, March 25, 2018, the Foundations for Freedom, Inc., hosted its annual "FashionWalk" fundraiser, at Leader Luxury, 6310 N. 43rd Street. The FashionWalk brought together youth, community leaders, and local fashion designers to raise awareness of the seriousness of the problem of human trafficking in our communities through the glamour of a fashion show. The … [Read more...] about FashionWalk 2018:’It Takes a Village to End Sex Trafficking’
Milwaukee Urban League’s Annual Board of Directors Meeting
On Wednesday, March 28, 2018, the Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) hosted their annual meeting at the law offices of Foley & Lardner, LLP, 777 East Wisconsin Ave. During the meeting the board and Milwaukee Urban League President and CEO Dr. Eve Hall outlined the success of last year, partnerships, financial reports, and outlined goals and new business for the coming … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League’s Annual Board of Directors Meeting
A View From The Top: Celebrating Five Decades of Common Council Leadership
On Thursday, March 22, 2018, Marquette University, Avenues West Association and Near West Side Partners presented a luncheon entitled, "A View From The Top: Five Decades of Common Council Leadership," at the Tripoli Shrine Center, 3000 West Wisconsin Ave. The luncheon was a historic conversation with the past and present African American Common Council presidents, including … [Read more...] about A View From The Top: Celebrating Five Decades of Common Council Leadership
Notice of Spring Election and Sample Ballots
Notice of Spring Election and Sample Ballots April 3, 2018 OFFICE OF THE MILWAUKEE COUNTY ELECTION COMMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF MILWAUKEE: Notice is hereby given of a spring election to be held in the City of Milwaukee on April 3, 2018, at which the officers named below shall be chosen. The names of the candidates for each office to be voted for, whose … [Read more...] about Notice of Spring Election and Sample Ballots
Notice of Referendum Election
Notice of Referendum Election APRIL 3, 2018 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at an election to be held in the several towns, villages, cities, wards and election districts of the State of Wisconsin, on Tuesday, April 3, 2018, the following question will be submitted to a vote of the people pursuant to law: 2017 ENROLLED JOINT RESOLUTION 7 To amend section 1 of … [Read more...] about Notice of Referendum Election