If elected in November, Harris would be the first female, the first black American, and the first South Asian American to be elected to the office of U.S. President After weeks of facing growing questions in regards to his age, physical and mental health, President Joe Biden announced Sunday, July 21, 2024, that he was ending his presidential re-election campaign, bringing … [Read more...] about President Biden ends campaign run, makes way for Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential bid
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Garfield’s 502 R&B Festival returns to bring community together
Photos by Yvonne Kemp Garfield's 502 R&B Music Festival returned to Garfield Avenue for another year of music, food, and fun on Saturday, July 20, 2024. “This is one of the events that attracts a more mature crowd, and it has become one of the best and most anticipated events and festivals in this particular area,” said Board Chair and Organizer Melissa Buford. … [Read more...] about Garfield’s 502 R&B Festival returns to bring community together
Rev. Al Sharpton delivers eulogy for Dvontaye Mitchell; Attorney Ben Crump delivers ‘National Call for Justice’
Rev. Al Sharpton, President and Founder of the National Action Network (NAN), delivered the eulogy for Dvontaye Mitchell in Milwaukee on Thursday, July 11, 2024, as thousands descend upon the city for the start of the Republican National Convention (RNC). Mitchell’s case has sparked outrage in Wisconsin’s largest city after the 43-year-old was detained by several Hyatt Regency … [Read more...] about Rev. Al Sharpton delivers eulogy for Dvontaye Mitchell; Attorney Ben Crump delivers ‘National Call for Justice’
Beverly Heals, Inc., hosts ‘2nd Annual W.E. W.I.N. Women’s Conference’
On Saturday, June 8, 2024, Beverly Heals, Inc., hosted its "2nd W.E. W.I.N Women’s Conference (Women Empowering Women In kNowledge)", at El- Bethel Church of God In Christ, 5401 W. Good Hope Rd., Milwaukee. This year’s Conference theme was “Releasing the PEACE that has been interrupted.” This conference focused on creating a safe psychological environment for release … [Read more...] about Beverly Heals, Inc., hosts ‘2nd Annual W.E. W.I.N. Women’s Conference’
RNC begins in Milwaukee: Mayor Johnson highlights unity and security
Mayor Johnson addresses the city's commitment to safety and community unity during the high-profile event As Milwaukee steps into the national spotlight with the Republican National Convention (RNC) beginning Monday, July 15, 2024, Mayor Cavalier Johnson delivered updates on the city's readiness, emphasizing strong security measures in place. This comes on the heels of … [Read more...] about RNC begins in Milwaukee: Mayor Johnson highlights unity and security
Who is J.D. Vance? What we know about Donald Trump’s VP pick
U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance of Ohio was named by former President Donald Trump as his vice presidential running mate on Monday, July 15, 2024. Vance, a 39-year-old venture capitalist and “Hillbilly Elegy” author - turned - politician, quickly rose in the ranks this past year to the shortlist of picks to be Trump's running mate. Vance recently entered the political scene, … [Read more...] about Who is J.D. Vance? What we know about Donald Trump’s VP pick
New AARP Wisconsin Poll: Voters 50-plus could tip the scales in 2024
Donald Trump leads over President Joe Biden among older voters by 7 percentage points On Tuesday, July 9, 2024 AARP Wisconsin released a 2024 statewide election survey, showing candidates for president, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Wisconsinites ages 50 and older. Eighty-five percent of voters ages 50 and older say they are “extremely motivated” … [Read more...] about New AARP Wisconsin Poll: Voters 50-plus could tip the scales in 2024
Stephen McKinley Henderson will lead select group of nation’s top regional theater actors
McKinley Henderson will serve as Master Teacher for 2024 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at Ten Chimneys Ten Chimneys Foundation is proud to announce Stephen McKinley Henderson as the 2024 Master Teacher for the nationally acclaimed Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at the Historic National Landmark, Ten Chimneys. Since its groundbreaking inception in 2009, the Lunt-Fontanne … [Read more...] about Stephen McKinley Henderson will lead select group of nation’s top regional theater actors
Honorary street sign approved for Dr. Gloria Gilmer
On May 30, 2024, the City of Milwaukee Citizen Advisory Committee on the Naming of Streets voted to approve placing an honorary street sign in the name of the late Dr. Gloria Ford Gilmer (who passed in 2021) at N. 6th Street and W. Highland Avenue on the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) campus. In 2023, Dr. Gilmer became the first black female mathematician to have … [Read more...] about Honorary street sign approved for Dr. Gloria Gilmer
Repairers of the Breach hosts annual ‘Independence Day Cookout and Program’
Repairers of the Breach, a daytime refuge and resource center for homeless adults hosted its annual "Independence Day Cookout and Program" on Thursday, July 4, 2024. This year’s celebration kicked off a new monthly inspirational series with community presenters speaking to the theme, “This Is My Story . . .” The first guest presenter was Dr. George E. Koonce, Jr., Senior Vice … [Read more...] about Repairers of the Breach hosts annual ‘Independence Day Cookout and Program’