On Monday, July 14, 2014 hundreds of residents gathered on the Clarke Street School playground to say goodbye to Sierra Guyton (inset photo). The young girl passed away on Sunday, July 13 after being taken off of life support. Balloons and local residents filled the Clarke Street playground to express their love towards this neighborhood child. Sierra was a student of Clarke … [Read more...] about Community gathers to remember Sierra Guyton
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Sister senators lock arms for unfettered access to ballot box
By WI State Senator Lena Taylor, and Ohio State Senator Nina Turner Last week’s announcement by U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder that the Department of Justice will intervene in election lawsuits in Ohio and Wisconsin is welcome news to voters in our two states. The Department’s involvement not only brings additional legal expertise to bear and highlights the egregiousness … [Read more...] about Sister senators lock arms for unfettered access to ballot box
MPS host Fourteenth Annual Back to School Health Fair at Northdivision H.S.
The 14th annual Back to School Health Fair was held at North Division High School on Friday, August 8, 2014. More than three thousand people attended the fair to receive information about resources in the community. Local dignitaries were present to address parents and students about educational programs throughout the city of Milwaukee. Pictured at the Milwaukee Urban League … [Read more...] about MPS host Fourteenth Annual Back to School Health Fair at Northdivision H.S.
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin community services hosts ribbon tie for foster care event
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin Community Services hosted its fifth Ribbon Tie for Foster Care on Wednesday, August 6, 2014, at The Shops of Grand Avenue in downtown Milwaukee. This year the event has expanded to the Children’s Hospital Community Services office in West Allis. Volunteers from area businesses and members of the community gathered to place ribbons around trees … [Read more...] about Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin community services hosts ribbon tie for foster care event
Wisconsin primary results prep voters for fall election
Wisconsin voters who went to the polls on Tuesday, August 12, 2014 were bombarded with an avalanche of television advertising in several key races. In the primary election for governor, the state’s current governor, Scott Walker, didn’t have a primary election to worry about. Nonetheless, his campaign for the state’s highest elective position did try to persuade voters not to … [Read more...] about Wisconsin primary results prep voters for fall election
Jennifer Lopez at Kohl’s HQ in Menomonee Falls
On Thursday, June 12, 2014 Jennifer Lopez was performing with Pit Bull in front of thousands of soccer fans in Brazil at the opening of the World Cup soccer games. Twenty-four hours later on Friday, June 13, the singer and American Idol judge drew a massive crowd in… Menomonee Falls?! That’s right — the Jennifer Lopez. Lopez was at Kohl’s Corporate Office to be part of a … [Read more...] about Jennifer Lopez at Kohl’s HQ in Menomonee Falls
Moral Monday movement comes to Milwaukee
Rev. Dr. William J. Barber, II, from North Carolina spoke passionately Friday, June 13, 2014, during a noon time press conference held at the Milwaukee Branch NAACP office, on the importance for NAACP branches across the nation building coalitions. Dubbed Moral Monday, this movement began in North Carolina as a protest and civil disobedience against the state legislature, … [Read more...] about Moral Monday movement comes to Milwaukee
2014 Black & White Ball brings in $307,000 in proceeds to support Milwaukee Urban League programs
The 2014 Black and White Ball, held on Saturday, June 14, 2014, at the Wisconsin Center in downtown Milwaukee proved to be another successful fundraiser for the Milwaukee Urban League. This year, the event raised more than $307,000 and included a special appeal to provide laptop computers for high achieving high school students. Money raised during this signature annual … [Read more...] about 2014 Black & White Ball brings in $307,000 in proceeds to support Milwaukee Urban League programs
Harambee Banquet dedicated to memory of Dr. James G. White, Milele Coggs honored for distinguished service
“A Community Pulling Together to Help Solve Community Problems" was the theme for the WestCare Wisconsin inaugural Harambee Community Banquet honoring the late Dr. James G. White, which was held July 12, 2014 at Heart Love Place Ballroom, 3229 North Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Drive. The mission of the Harambee Community Banquet is: to celebrate the historic and resilient … [Read more...] about Harambee Banquet dedicated to memory of Dr. James G. White, Milele Coggs honored for distinguished service
Second Annual Men’s Health Night a big success!!
Brain Brawn & Body, Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare - St. Joseph Campus and WJMR Jammin 98.3 held their Second Annual Men’s Health Night Saturday, July 19, 2014 at Marquette University Alumni Memorial Union. Approximately 400 people were in attendance including an all star line-up of national and local celebrities. They all came together to inform and inspire the Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Second Annual Men’s Health Night a big success!!