On Thursday, April 18, 2024, Radio Milwaukee's premier fundraising event, "Vinyl Comes Alive," returned after a hiatus and it included presenting their first-ever lifetime achievement award to Pastor Sam Belton, legendary jazz drummer and owner of Sam's Place Jazz Cafe presented to him at Turner Hall Ballroom. "Receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award is not just an … [Read more...] about ‘Legendary’ Milwaukee jazz drummer Sam Belton honored with award
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Congresswoman Gwen Moore celebrates birthday with fundraiser at Ivy House
On Sunday, April 14, 2024, friends and colleagues hosted a birthday fundraiser for Congresswoman Gwen Moore at The Ivy House, 906 S. Barclay St. Congresswoman Moore was joined by friends, family, community leaders and supporters (top photo) to help celebrate her birthday and to raise funds for her future campaigns. Congresswoman Moore is pictured with her son, State … [Read more...] about Congresswoman Gwen Moore celebrates birthday with fundraiser at Ivy House
Nellie Weddle celebrates 88th birthday with community fundraiser
On Sunday, April 14, 2024, long-time community activist Nellie Weddle, founder of Nellie's Outreach Resource Initiative (NORI), celebrated her 88th birthday at the Washington Park Senior Center, 4420 W. Vliet Street. The party was not only a way for family, friends and community partners to recognize Nellie's work and birthday, but the event was also a fundraiser for … [Read more...] about Nellie Weddle celebrates 88th birthday with community fundraiser
Remembering Sade Robinson
On Monday April 1, 2024, 19-year-old Sade Robinson disappeared. By the afternoon of Friday, April 12, Milwaukee and the whole world would know what had happened to her. When Maxwell S. Anderson, 33, a man who Robinson had a date with the night she disappeared, was formally charged with first-degree intentional homicide, mutilating a corpse and arson. But while the gruesome … [Read more...] about Remembering Sade Robinson
2024 Milwaukee crime data: homicides down 39 percent in 1st quarter of year
Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman, Mayor Cavalier Johnson and Office of Violence Prevention Director Ashanti Hamilton, on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 presented the city's crime numbers for the first three months of 2024. With the first quarter review, Milwaukee police say homicides have decreased 39 percent – down to 23 from 38 this time in 2023. Property crime is down 11 … [Read more...] about 2024 Milwaukee crime data: homicides down 39 percent in 1st quarter of year
Milwaukee Brewers celebrate 2024 Opening Day at American Family Field
The Milwaukee Brewers celebrated their 2024 Opening Day at American Family Field against the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 after a successful first series sweep over the New York Mets. Despite the rain and cold, the game was a sell-out. Jackson Chourio singled in a run in his first American Family Field plate appearance; Christian Yelich homered; and the Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers celebrate 2024 Opening Day at American Family Field
Greater Milwaukee Urban League, partners host ‘STEAM n2 Careers’
On Monday, April 4, 2024, 300 students from seven Milwaukee area elementary schools participated in a full day of hands-on exhibits, activities, and projects exploring STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) career paths. The event was generously sponsored by Kohler Co., Kohl's, and Rockwell Automation. The STEAM n2 Careers Summit was Thursday, … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League, partners host ‘STEAM n2 Careers’
Gov. Evers signs bipartisan “Prince Act” to expand AMBER Alert System for missing kids
Legislation comes in the wake of the tragic disappearances of Prince McCree in Milwaukee and Lily Peters in Chippewa Falls On Tuesday, April 9, 2024, Gov. Tony Evers signed the “Prince Act”—Senate Bill (SB) 981, now 2023 Wisconsin Act 272—which aims to address gaps in the Wisconsin AMBER Alert System by expanding criteria for issuing alerts for missing children. Gov. Evers … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers signs bipartisan “Prince Act” to expand AMBER Alert System for missing kids
Connect One BRT fare-free rides come to an end: What riders need to know
The Milwaukee County Transit System's (MCTS) Connect One BRT is a nine-mile route that runs along Wisconsin Avenue from the Regional Medical Center to downtown. According to MCTS, the ridership for Connect One makes it one of the top 10 routes. The Connect One has been free for riders since it debuted in June 2023, but soon they'll have to pay. The free fare is … [Read more...] about Connect One BRT fare-free rides come to an end: What riders need to know
‘Scam Jam’ will help Milwaukeeans stay one step ahead of the fraudsters
Brought to you by AARP Wisconsin Scammers steal millions of dollars from Wisconsinites every year, and their tactics are constantly evolving. That’s why it’s more important than ever to arm yourself with the information you need to stay vigilant and battle the fraudsters on their own turf, said AARP Wisconsin, which is hosting a free “Scam Jam” event in Milwaukee on April … [Read more...] about ‘Scam Jam’ will help Milwaukeeans stay one step ahead of the fraudsters