It is a grim irony: As college students around the country protest that universities haven’t gone far enough to correct racial injustice, the Supreme Court may shred what is left of affirmative action in public education. And it may do so in the name of a young white woman who a court ruled could never have been accepted to her first choice school, no matter what her race. On … [Read more...] about Will the Supreme Court shred affirmative action?
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Obama: U.S. still bears ‘scars’ of slavery
President Obama Wednesday, Decebmer 9, 2015 commemorated the 150th anniversary of abolishing slavery in the U.S., using the occasion to draw parallels to the current political furor over Muslim immigration and terrorism. “We betray the efforts of the past if we fail to push back against bigotry in all its forms,” Mr. Obama told congressional leaders and other dignitaries in a … [Read more...] about Obama: U.S. still bears ‘scars’ of slavery
Lights! Camera! Soul! presents ‘Mahalia: The Gospel Musical’
On Friday, December 4, and Saturday, December 5, Lights! Camera! Soul! presented "Mahalia: The Gospel Musical," at Body & Soul Healing Arts Center, 3617 N. 48th Street. The play was directed by Samantha Montgomery with musical direction by Erica Johnson and special arrangement by Samuel French. Book, lyrics and music was by Tom Stolz, and starred Don Johnson as Rev. … [Read more...] about Lights! Camera! Soul! presents ‘Mahalia: The Gospel Musical’
Milwaukee Brotherhood of Firefighters host annual holiday party
On Friday, December 5, 2015, the Milwaukee Brotherhood of Firefighters (MBFF) hosted their annual Holiday Party. The event was held at Celebrations, 4740 W. Bradley Rd, and hosted by Comedian Kelly Kellz, and featured music by Cigarette Break, DJ Vel & DJ Quis B. The event is held as a fundraiser for the MBFF and their various activities. The MBFF was established in 1979 … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brotherhood of Firefighters host annual holiday party
‘We Can’t Stop Now,’ New Horizon Center, Inc.’s 30th Pearl Anniversary
On Friday, December 4, 2015 New Horizon Center, Inc. (NHC) hosted its 30th Pearl Anniversary. The event celebrated the New Horizon Center, its employees, friends, supporters, and all the families they have helped over the last 30 years. The crowd enjoyed a dinner banquet, entertainment, and awards presentation. The theme for the event was "We Can't Stop Now," and the keynote … [Read more...] about ‘We Can’t Stop Now,’ New Horizon Center, Inc.’s 30th Pearl Anniversary
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority hosts 42nd Annual Debutante Cotillion
Taylor Alexandria Beamon, a student at Messmer Catholic High School, (front row center) was named the Debutante at the 42nd annual Debutante Cotillion organized by the Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. The event was held November 28, 2015 at the Pfister Hotel. Other participants were: First Runner-up Raven Alexandria Avery Moore from Brookfield … [Read more...] about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority hosts 42nd Annual Debutante Cotillion
Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce hosts two shopping events to keep “Black Friday” spending in the Black community
Shoppers examine a selection of gifts and craft items for sale at The Wisconsin African American Women’s Center Ltd., 3020 W. Vliet St., one of two ‘Black Friday Events’ sponsored by the Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, November 28, 2015. Doors were also open from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society 2620 W. Center St.; while the WAAW … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce hosts two shopping events to keep “Black Friday” spending in the Black community
Two new anchors join wisn 12 news team
WISN 12 announces two new anchors joining its award winning news staff. Ben Wagner of KHBS/KHOG in Arkansas and Sheldon Dutes of NBC 4 New York will be joining WISN 12 News during weekday mornings and weekend evenings, respectively. “After a nationwide search I know that these two experienced journalists will make immediate contributions to 12 News," said Chris Gegg, news … [Read more...] about Two new anchors join wisn 12 news team
Recycle the Black Dollar Expo is Saturday, December 5
Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs will be participating in the Recycle the Black Dollar (RTB$) Expo from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 5, 2015 in the lower level of Chic Café, 770 N. Jefferson St. The mission of the event is to encourage attendees to support Black businesses. The ultimate goal of the RTB$ expo is to ensure that everyone has at least one Christmas gift … [Read more...] about Recycle the Black Dollar Expo is Saturday, December 5
Nominations to open for 6th District Difference Makers Award
Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs is once again seeking nominations for the Dr. James G. White 6th District Difference Makers Award, which honors those persons or organizations making the 6th District a great place in which to live. Nominations will be accepted beginning Tuesday, December 1, 2015 – and can be submitted via email to mcoggs@milwaukee.gov. The deadline for nominations … [Read more...] about Nominations to open for 6th District Difference Makers Award