By: Rene’ Settle-Robinson, D.P.M., Cheryl R. Martin, M.D. (2002), Bernestine Jeffers and Sana Montgomery (2002), Additions and Revisions by: Mbili F. Waller (2007), Janine A. James, M.D. (2002 and 2007) in Health Care: Closing the Gap. Another involvement is The Healthiest Wisconsin 2010: A Partnership Plan to Improve the Health of the Public, a framework for transforming … [Read more...] about Cream City Medical Society: The history of African Americans in medicine in Milwaukee (part 1)
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Black Church week of prayer for the healing of AIDS
Black Church week of prayer for the healing of AIDS kick off event will be held on Friday, February 28, 2014 Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin will hold the event at the Brentwood Church of Christ, 6425 N. 60th Street. This is an annual HIV awareness campaign that mobilizes faith communities; and highlights the contributions and impact congregations are making in areas of … [Read more...] about Black Church week of prayer for the healing of AIDS
Who’s afraid of Black History?
By Joe Brewster Co-Producer and Co-Director, American Promise Recently, the Dalton School found itself in a jam when a teacher aired "C.S.A.: The Confederate States of America," a satirical "mockumentary" that explores slavery through the lens of a speculative history where the South won the Civil War and slavery endures today. The effort backfired: according to a … [Read more...] about Who’s afraid of Black History?
What does the future hold for Milwaukee’s workers?
By Mary Burke Milwaukee has always been a city defined by its work ethic. It is a city full of hard-working men and women who are willing to roll up their sleeves, put in an honest day’s work, and are proud to support their families. I still hold fond memories of the small business my father ran on Virginia Street, and I have countless childhood memories of all that … [Read more...] about What does the future hold for Milwaukee’s workers?
Community Brainstorming Conference emphasis on youth and preventing crime
Juvenile crime in Milwaukee has reached a crisis state. Hardly a day goes past when there is not media coverage on youth as young as 10 or 11 committing delinquent acts and or criminal acts. Recent media coverage included youth engaging in activities from robbery to murder. The February 18, 2014 Journal Sentinel reported that the Milwaukee Public Schools still only has a 60.8 … [Read more...] about Community Brainstorming Conference emphasis on youth and preventing crime
Melinda Davenport joins WISN 12 news anchor team
WISN-TV announces Melinda Davenport as the new breaking news anchor on “WISN 12 News This Morning.” Beginning mid-March, Davenport will join Patrick Paolantonio and Marianne Lyles weekdays from 4:30-7 a.m. Davenport will bring the viewers of southeastern Wisconsin breaking news and trending stories from the WISN 12 breaking news desk. No stranger to cold weather, Davenport … [Read more...] about Melinda Davenport joins WISN 12 news anchor team
Career Youth Development selects new executive director
Career Youth Development (CYD) is pleased to announce the hiring of a new executive director, Ms. Eva Spencer. Ms. Spencer is a United States Army veteran with experience as a program director, educator and counselor. Ms. Spencer possesses exceptionally strong academic credentials and a wealth of experience in both program/office administration and direct services to … [Read more...] about Career Youth Development selects new executive director
Gregory Thornton leaving MPS
It was learned this week that Gregory Thornton, 59, who was selected superintendent of the Milwaukee Public School District in 2010 will be departing the district this summer to become superintendent of the Baltimore City Public Schools. The announcement was made Tuesday at a Baltimore elementary school where the School Commissioners were joined by Thornton and Baltimore mayor … [Read more...] about Gregory Thornton leaving MPS
City of Milwaukee joins local health plans in hosting ‘Faith Leaders’ Forum on Health’
Mayor Barrett and Commissioner of Health welcome faith leaders for day of listening and collaborative discussion On Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2014, Mayor Tom Barrett and Commissioner of Health Bevan K. Baker greeted more than 70 area faith leaders for the Faith Leaders’ Forum on Health. Hosted by Community Connect Health Plan and Children’s Community Health Plan with support from the … [Read more...] about City of Milwaukee joins local health plans in hosting ‘Faith Leaders’ Forum on Health’
First black congresswoman honored with postage stamp
By: Stephanie Allen-Gobert On Friday, January 31, at 11:00 am, black elected officials and activists celebrated the legacy of Bed-Stuy native Shirley Chisholm, with the unveiling of a USPS forever stamp. The celebration and unveiling took place at Brooklyn’s Borough Hall. Chisholm is the country’s first black congresswoman who later ran for president in 1972. The stamp, … [Read more...] about First black congresswoman honored with postage stamp