On Thursday, December 1, 2016 The Interfaith Conference of Greater Milwaukee held their 46th annual "Making Waves" luncheon at the Italian Conference Center, 631 E. Chicago Street. The luncheon is hosted as an "oasis of inspiration" to all denominations to come together to build understanding, tolerance and friendship in Milwaukee's faith communities. As part of the … [Read more...] about Interfaith Conference of Greater Milwaukee honors local leaders making a difference
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Summerfest reveals new U.S. Cellular stage for 2018
Summerfest's U.S. Cellular Connection Stage is getting a built-from-scratch upgrade for 2018, fest officials announced Thursday. Constructed as part of a 10-year sponsorship renewal deal with U.S. Cellular, the stage will have its back to Lake Michigan, with clearer lakefront and skyline views and an increased capacity of 9,000, said Don Smiley, president and CEO of … [Read more...] about Summerfest reveals new U.S. Cellular stage for 2018
5 places to find Christmas in or near Milwaukee
Candy Cane Lane in West Allis is famous for Christmas displays that benefit the Midwest Athletes Against Childhood Cancer Fund. Konzal's Crazy Christmas Light Show, which benefits the Wisconsin Make-A-Wish Foundation, makes the trip to Jackson worthwhile. If you're looking to shake off your inner Scrooge, check out these five businesses where season's … [Read more...] about 5 places to find Christmas in or near Milwaukee
Homicides soar in Milwaukee, along with many theories on cause
A sudden rocket-like rise in killings in Milwaukee and elsewhere has experts pondering why — and grasping for solutions A year ago, Tamika Holmes was settling into her new home in Phoenix when she got the call that too many Milwaukee mothers receive. Her 20-year-old daughter, Jahara Kennedy, was dead. Kennedy was celebrating her sister's birthday at the Days Inn on … [Read more...] about Homicides soar in Milwaukee, along with many theories on cause
Woman arrested in boy’s death was convicted in torture case
One of the women arrested in the death of a 7-year-old Milwaukee boy previously was convicted of neglecting a baby who was "tortured" in her home and died from his injuries, court records show. The 7-year-old boy was taken from a home near S. 19th St. and W. National Ave. and to a hospital Tuesday, police said. He was suffering from numerous injuries and died several … [Read more...] about Woman arrested in boy’s death was convicted in torture case
Presidential recount kicks off in Wisconsin
Madison — A 13-day race to recount nearly 3 million presidential ballots starts Thursday in Wisconsin, with some workers prepared to tally votes until midnight in the nation's first statewide presidential recount since 2004 — one experts believe has little chance of changing the outcome of the race. Green Party candidate Jill Stein's campaign paid $3.5 million to cover … [Read more...] about Presidential recount kicks off in Wisconsin
Packers Legend LeRoy Butler meets Sojourner families
Facetime for Android Smart-Phones On Monday, November 21, 2016, Super Bowl champion and "Lambeau Leap" inventor LeRoy Butler visited Sojourner Family Peace Center, 619 W. Walnut Street. Butler met families and talk about dreams, determination and the social problems that result from bullying. Butler shared his personal experiences of dealing with violence and bullying … [Read more...] about Packers Legend LeRoy Butler meets Sojourner families
Milwaukee Downtown flips the switch on the 2016 holiday season
iCloud Drive On Thursday, November 17, 2016 Milwaukee Downtown BID #21 hosted Milwaukee's Annual Holiday Lights Kick-Off Extravaganza to light up downtown's parks and streets for the 18th season during its switch-flipping ceremony at Pere Marquette Park. Performers in the Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival Kick-Off Extravaganza included: local variety band Platinum; … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Downtown flips the switch on the 2016 holiday season
AMC theaters to show ‘Sing’ for free Nov. 26
The animated movie "Sing," CamScanner Appwhich doesn't formally open in theaters until Dec. 21, is available in a free screening Nov. 26 at AMC Theatres, including AMC's Mayfair Mall 18 in Wauwatosa and Star Johnson Creek 12. Tickets for the screening at 10 a.m. Saturday are available on the first-come, first-served basis to the first 200 moviegoers. According to … [Read more...] about AMC theaters to show ‘Sing’ for free Nov. 26
White House email from Kevin Durant that highlights a new PSA he appears in for the My Brother’s Keeper Success Mentors Initiative.
Born and raised in Seat Pleasant, Maryland, I grew up in a community with higher rates of poverty and lower graduation rates than most of the state. For me, having the support of my mom was critical, but the support of mentors like the people I met at the local Boys and Girls Club, or people at my community activity center, or my youth basketball coach also helped ensure that I … [Read more...] about White House email from Kevin Durant that highlights a new PSA he appears in for the My Brother’s Keeper Success Mentors Initiative.