On Sunday, November 13, 2022, from 12:30 p.m.-3 p.m., in the Turner Hall on the lower level of Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 1825 W. Hampton Ave., the church hosted its 3rd Annual Veteran's Day Recognition Luncheon honoring 12 veterans that have served in different branches of the military who are also members of the church. Guest speaker was The Badger Group CEO and … [Read more...] about Zion Hill MBC hosts ‘3rd Annual Veteran’s Day Recognition Luncheon’
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North Sunrise Rotary Club dedicates public bench to promote community engagement
On Tuesday, November 1, 2022, The Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club dedicated a neighborhood bench located on the northwest corner of 55th and Center, near a Milwaukee County Transit bus stop. The neighborhood bench project was presented to our club by one of their members, Thanner Baquero, a local resident of the Uptown Neighborhood. The purpose of the neighborhood bench is … [Read more...] about North Sunrise Rotary Club dedicates public bench to promote community engagement
Democrats defy ‘red wave’ to keep Senate control
Democrats took a post-election victory lap on Sunday, Novmeber 13, 2022, after retaining control of the U.S. Senate, defying Republican hopes for a "red wave" in the midterm elections, and turned their attention to Georgia, where a run-off contest could strengthen their hand in Congress. Democratic leaders portrayed the better-than-expected performance as vindication of … [Read more...] about Democrats defy ‘red wave’ to keep Senate control
Judge Derek Mosley named director of Marquette Law School’s Lubar Center
Derek Mosley, a judge of the Milwaukee Municipal Court for 20 years, has been named director of Marquette University Law School’s Lubar Center for Public Policy Research and Civic Education, Marquette President Michael R. Lovell announced on November 1, 2022. Mosley, who was appointed Municipal Court Judge in 2002 following a seven-year career as an assistant district attorney … [Read more...] about Judge Derek Mosley named director of Marquette Law School’s Lubar Center
DHS announces new walkin location for Milwaukee Enrollment Services (MilES)
Starting November 1, 2022, Milwaukee Enrollment Services (MilES) will serve Milwaukee County residents who participate in state benefit programs at a new location at 6055 North 64th Street. Members of programs such as BadgerCare Plus, FoodShare, and Wisconsin Shares will have free parking, bus line access, and improved building accessibility with first floor walk-in … [Read more...] about DHS announces new walkin location for Milwaukee Enrollment Services (MilES)
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. is pleased to announce its ‘Eleventh Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway’
In an effort to help feed those in need this Thanksgiving, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI), Molina Healthcare, United Healthcare Community Plan, iCare, Feeding America, LabCorp, North Shore Bank, Feeding America and Galst Foods are providing nutritious grocery dinners to Milwaukee residents. Feeding America reports that nearly 520,000 Wisconsinites do not know where … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. is pleased to announce its ‘Eleventh Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway’
Lena Horne Theatre dedication celebrates the relationship between the late performer and the Nederlander Organization
The Lena Horne Theatre is the latest Broadway house to be renamed for a black artist. On November 1, 2022, the venue, owned by the Nederlander Organization and the current home of “Six,” revealed its new marquee in a dedication ceremony and block party outside the theater on 47th Street. Led by Broadway royalty (LaChanze, Audra Mc- Donald, Tamara Tunie and Vanessa Williams — … [Read more...] about Lena Horne Theatre dedication celebrates the relationship between the late performer and the Nederlander Organization
Fall General Election 2022 winners
Governor Tony Evers Lt. Gov. elect Sara Rodriguez Senator Ron Johnson Congresswoman Gwen Moore Attorney General Josh Kaul … [Read more...] about Fall General Election 2022 winners
Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘The 37th Black & White Ball’
On Saturday, November 5, 2022, the Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) hosted their annual "Black & White Ball" at the Wisconsin Center, 400 West Wisconsin Ave. More than 1,100 Milwaukee-area business and community leaders, including many area CEOs, came together to attend the GMUL's annual fundraiser. The evening included a red carpet walk, pre-event with live music, … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘The 37th Black & White Ball’
Wisconsin goes purple, voters weigh in on split state
Republicans and Democrats both won and lost major races in the 2022 election Republicans and Democrats both won and lost major Wisconsin races in the 2022 elections. Outlets project Democrat Governor Tony Evers to keep his spot over Republican Tim Michels, while Democrat U.S. Senate candidate Mandela Barnes fell short to Republican Senator Ron Johnson. It solidified … [Read more...] about Wisconsin goes purple, voters weigh in on split state