HaRUNbee 5K Walk/Run approved as part of Bronzeville Week 2016 The Common Council today approved the HaRUNbee 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, August 6 as part of Bronzeville Week 2016, and is intended to raise awareness and help increase healthy birth outcomes in the City of Milwaukee. The Milwaukee Lifecourse Initiative for Healthy Families (LIHF) organized the HaRUNbee … [Read more...] about HaRUNbee 5K Walk/Run approved as part of Bronzeville Week 2016
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Crusader earns five national awards for excellence in journalism
The Chicago Crusader and Gary Crusader earned five national Merit Awards at the National Newspaper Publishers Association’s (NNPA) annual convention in Houston June 23, capping a year of changes and achievements at the parent company Crusader Newspaper Group. The 70-year-old Merit Awards are the oldest and most prestigious honor given to Black newspapers for journalism … [Read more...] about Crusader earns five national awards for excellence in journalism
Mt. Zion Wings of Glory hosts ’15th Annual Men’s Day’
[slideshow_deploy id='18705'] On Sunday, June 26, 2016 Mount Zion Wings of Glory Church of God in Christ hosted their '15th Annual Men's Day,' at their church located at 2630 N. 6th Street. The theme for the event was "Let Brotherly Love Continue," inspired by I John 3:14. The yearly event is held to honor the men of Mt. Zion Wings of Glory for their work and support of the … [Read more...] about Mt. Zion Wings of Glory hosts ’15th Annual Men’s Day’
Milwaukee Brewers honor the Legacy of the Negro Leagues
[slideshow_deploy id='18678'] On Saturday, June 25, 2016 The Milwaukee Brewers honored the legacy and contributions of the Negro Leagues to Major League Baseball with the 20th Annual Negro Leagues Tribute Game and tailgating event. Each year the Brewers and opposing team don the authentic uniforms of the Negro Leagues. This year it was the Milwaukee Brewers wearing the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers honor the Legacy of the Negro Leagues
Johnson Sheds Light on Community-Based Solutions to Poverty
WASHINGTON — Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) shed light on community-based solutions to ending poverty during a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing that he chaired on Wednesday. Committee members examined how community leaders across America are finding innovative nongovernmental solutions to address needs and provide opportunities for … [Read more...] about Johnson Sheds Light on Community-Based Solutions to Poverty
Iowa congressman wants to block $20 Tubman
An Iowa congressman this week proposed legislation that would have blocked Harriet Tubman from replacing President Andrew Jackson on the $20 bill, but it won't get a vote after a committee determined it wasn't in compliance with House rules. Republican Rep. Steve King introduced an amendmentto bar the Treasury Department from spending any funds to redesign paper money or … [Read more...] about Iowa congressman wants to block $20 Tubman
North Side Business Incubator
North Side Business Incubator Focus: Building from Within A brand-new business incubator has found the spirit of entrepreneurship is alive and thriving on Milwaukee’s near north side. Twenty residents will present their business ideas, ranging from an art studio to a native plant nursery, at a free incubator workshop set for Wednesday, June 29, 1:30 to 5 p.m., at St. Ann … [Read more...] about North Side Business Incubator
Sen. Taylor appointed to recidivism reduction committee
(MADISON) – Senator Lena Taylor (D-Milwaukee) was appointed yesterday to the Legislative Council Study Committee on Reducing Recidivism and Removing Impediments to Ex-Offender Employment. The committee’s goal is to review effective strategies and best practices for reducing recidivism. The committee is tasked with evaluating evidence-based strategies from … [Read more...] about Sen. Taylor appointed to recidivism reduction committee
Exclusive: Take a look at the Milwaukee Bucks new arena preview center: Slideshow
The Milwaukee Bucks are putting the final touches on a “preview center” designed to give prospective season ticket and luxury suite buyers a virtual-reality feel for the new arena. The sales center occupies 6,000 square feet in the same Schlitz Park Stock-House building as the Bucks front office at 1543 N. Second St. and is scheduled to be completed in time to be used by the … [Read more...] about Exclusive: Take a look at the Milwaukee Bucks new arena preview center: Slideshow
Taco Bell giving away free tacos Tuesday
(KMTV) - If you are a Golden State Warriors fan Monday's loss is not all disappointment. OK, from a basketball standpoint maybe it is. However, maybe some free Taco Bell will help soothe the pain. The fast food chain will offer free tacos … [Read more...] about Taco Bell giving away free tacos Tuesday