Incumbent Mayor Tom Barrett dominated Alderman Bob Donovan in a debate held March 11 at Marquette University Law School. The debate was broadcast live by WISN-TV and moderated by Mike Gousha. Mayor Barrett began by noting that during the past year Alderman Donovan had proposed three pieces of what he described as minor legislation and 49 press releases. He noted that in the … [Read more...] about Mayoral candidates debate at Marquette University Law School
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Milwaukee Bucks invite minority business leaders to participate in their $1-billion downtown arena project
Former Milwaukee Alderman Willie Wade addressed “Build the Future,” a business information session held Monday, March 14, 2016 at the BMO Harris Bradley Center by the Milwaukee Bucks for local businesses interested in participating in the $1-billion downtown arena construction project. Wade, who resigned his seat on the city council in February to accept a position as vice … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Bucks invite minority business leaders to participate in their $1-billion downtown arena project
Saint John’s On The Lake partners seniors and youth to help facilitate learning
Third-grade youth from Westside Academy and volunteer residents of Saint John’s On The Lake retirement residence do some stretching and exercise prior to reading a book about Abraham Lincoln on February 22. Our Next Generation is an after school enrichment and learning program. About 20 volunteers from Saint John’s participate in the twice-a-week program. On Mondays, youth … [Read more...] about Saint John’s On The Lake partners seniors and youth to help facilitate learning
Happy 102nd Birthday Mrs. Susie James
On Saturday, March 5, 2016 Mrs. Susie James (right) celebrated her 102nd birthday at the Northwest Family Center, 4104 W. Good Hope Rd. Mrs. James was joined by family and friends for dinner, reflections, and tributes in song. Among the guests was Senator Lena Taylor who presented Mrs. James with a proclamation. … [Read more...] about Happy 102nd Birthday Mrs. Susie James
President Barack Obama visits Milwaukee to congratulate the city’s success in the Healthy Communities Challenge
President Barack Obama paid a visit to Milwaukee on Thursday, March 3, 2016. President Obama appeared at the Bruce Guadalupe Community School in order to congratulate the city of Milwaukee on winning the "Healthy Communities Challenge." The "Challenge" was a competition issued by the White House among 20 communities across the U.S. that had high numbers or percentages of … [Read more...] about President Barack Obama visits Milwaukee to congratulate the city’s success in the Healthy Communities Challenge
Black Inventors Gallery hosts Gallery-on-the-Go! at City Hall to honor achievements of great Black inventors
On Thursday, February 24, 2016 the Black Inventors Gallery took part in a nationwide effort to honor Black History Month by hosting a Gallery-on-th-Go! at Milwaukee's City Hall Rotunda. The gallery, an informative exhibit of inventions that have changed everyday lives, promotes the significant impact that African American inventors have had in the fields of science, technology, … [Read more...] about Black Inventors Gallery hosts Gallery-on-the-Go! at City Hall to honor achievements of great Black inventors
President Obama meets with black leaders
During the final Black History Month of his administration, President Barack Obama met on February 18 with a number of civil rights leaders prior to the annual reception. This was the first meeting of its kind during the President’s two terms. Its purpose was to meet with leaders who represent different generations of the civil rights movement in order to discuss a range of … [Read more...] about President Obama meets with black leaders
Milwaukee celebrates a milestone with grand opening of the Sojourner Family Peace Center
On Thursday, February 4, 2016, elected officials, community leaders, project funders, partners and community residents gathered to celebrate a milestone for Milwaukee, the grand opening of the Sojourner Family Peace Center. The new center at 135 West Wells Street will transform the community's response to family violence, ultimately making greater Milwaukee a healthier, safer … [Read more...] about Milwaukee celebrates a milestone with grand opening of the Sojourner Family Peace Center
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc., wants everyone to ‘Know their Status’
In observance of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day on Sunday, February 7, 2016, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI), Early Intervention Program (EIP) offered free HIV and Hepatitis C testing on Monday, February 8, 2016 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at their two convenient locations – MLK Heritage Health Center, 2555 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Drive, and at the Isaac Coggs … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Health Services, Inc., wants everyone to ‘Know their Status’
Sheriff Clarke helps celebrate National Catholic Schools Week
Sheriff David A. Clarke, Jr., was invited to speak to the 5th-8th graders at St. Margaret Mary Catholic School in Milwaukee on Tuesday, February 2, 2016. As part of National Catholic Schools Week, role models from the community were invited in to encourage and motivate the students. The sheriff spoke about the importance of education and lifestyle choices, characteristics of … [Read more...] about Sheriff Clarke helps celebrate National Catholic Schools Week