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Gerald Randall Host Breakfast for Lt. Governor Rebecca Klefisch
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Message to the Community: We must come together – some way, somehow
Rahim Islam is a National Speaker and Writer, Convener of Philadelphia Community of Leaders, and President/CEO of Universal Companies, a community development and education management company headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Follow Rahim Islam on FaceBook(Rahim Islam) & Twitter (@RahimIslamUC) We all must agree that the state of the Black community is in serious and … [Read more...] about Message to the Community: We must come together – some way, somehow
2014 Milwaukee Heart Walk & Fun Run brings a whole new look
(MILWAUKEE) – The American Heart Association invited the public to Veterans Park on Milwaukee’s lakefront, Sunday, September 28, 2014 for the Milwaukee Heart Walk & Fun Run. With interactive exhibits, health screenings, exercise demonstrations and healthy snacks, this event had something for people of all ages. Everyone had the chance to learn how to take control of their … [Read more...] about 2014 Milwaukee Heart Walk & Fun Run brings a whole new look
Nathan Conyers goes one-on-one with Attorney General candidate Brad Schimel
NC: Why are you running for the position of Attorney General? BRAD SCHIMEL: I’ve got two daughters and they’re both in middle school and I believe my kids and everybody’s kids deserve a safe Wisconsin. I’m running as that candidate with almost 25 years of frontline prosecution in Waukesha County. I’ve got the experience to know how to take on those tough public safety charges … [Read more...] about Nathan Conyers goes one-on-one with Attorney General candidate Brad Schimel
Eric Holder to step down as U.S. Attorney General
Attorney General Eric Holder announced Thursday, September 25, 2014, he will resign as the nation's top law enforcement official but will remain in office until a successor is confirmed. President Barack Obama made the announcement of the resignation at the White House on Thursday afternoon. He hasn't yet chosen a successor. Mr. Holder, who has been on the job since the … [Read more...] about Eric Holder to step down as U.S. Attorney General
HOME GR/OWN opens park to honor local civil rights pioneer Ezekiel Gillespie
On Thursday, September 25, 2014 Mayor Tom Barrett (top photo, center left) and Alderman Russell Stamper (left) cut the ribbon on Milwaukee’s newest park located at the southeast corner of 14th and Wright. Mayor Barrett’s HOME GR/OWN initiative worked to turn this previously vacant city-owned lot into a local park. Ezekiel Gillespie Park is the biggest neighborhood vacant lot … [Read more...] about HOME GR/OWN opens park to honor local civil rights pioneer Ezekiel Gillespie
First Lady Michelle Obama energizes Wisconsin voters
On Monday, September 29, 2014, First Lady Michelle Obama made a campaign appearance in Milwaukee for Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mary Burke. Speaking to an excited and jubilant crowd, Mrs. Obama spoke glowingly about the accomplishments of President Barack Obama's administration and why Wisconsin voters should elect Mary Burke governor on November 4th. Here are a … [Read more...] about First Lady Michelle Obama energizes Wisconsin voters
Spotlight on A&C Live Bait
A&C Live Bait Inc., 314 E. Center St. Milwaukee, WI is one of Milwaukee’s black family owned and operated businesses. A business that was founded by A.C. White and his wife Carrie White in 1970, the original name was A&C Sport Shop. After becoming incorporated in 1982 there was a changing of its name to A&C Live Bait, Inc., which it remain now 42 years later. Mr. … [Read more...] about Spotlight on A&C Live Bait
Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin loses major federal infant mortality grant
Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin, Inc. (BHCW) will discontinue operating its Milwaukee Healthy Beginnings Project (MHBP) as of January 31, 2015 due to the non-renewal of its federal National Healthy Start Initiative- Eliminating Racial/ Ethnic Disparities Program grant totaling $750,000 annually. BHCW’s grant application for the National Healthy Start … [Read more...] about Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin loses major federal infant mortality grant