Gregory Walls, Gary L. Campbell, Dorcas Moore, Gloria Ford Gilmore, Mother Lizzie Trice-Parr and photos of 40 other people we have lost in 2021. … [Read more...] about Rest In Power: Those We Lost In 2021
National and Local News
Three officers granted immunity in new investigation into Joseph Mensah
The Milwaukee County judge who ruled last summer there was probable cause to charge former Wauwatosa police officer Joseph Mensah with a crime in a deadly 2016 shooting, granted immunity Monday, January 3, 2022, to three Wauwatosa officers in the new investigation into the shooting days before the officers were scheduled to meet with the special prosecutor leading the … [Read more...] about Three officers granted immunity in new investigation into Joseph Mensah
Hoan Bridge lights up for Kwanzaa
LIGHT THE HOAN! The Hoan Bridge came to life as our community celebrated Kwanzaa on its First Day, Sunday, December 26, 2021, at 642 East Erie Street. The first principle of Kwanzaa honors "UMOJA," which means to strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation, and race. The Lighting of the Hoan Bridge Kwanzaa Celebration is a collaboration with Carmen A. … [Read more...] about Hoan Bridge lights up for Kwanzaa
Voice of the Fatherless Child presents ‘I Want A Father for Christmas’
On December 17 and 18, 2021, Voice of the Fatherless Child, America Works of Wisconsin, and Community Advocates presented an original stage show called "I Want A Father For Christmas" and a resource fair for fathers at the King Center, 1531 W. Vliet Street. The show is the brainchild of Voice of the Fatherless Child President and Founder Monte R. Mabra and was sold out both … [Read more...] about Voice of the Fatherless Child presents ‘I Want A Father for Christmas’
Rest In Power: Those We Lost in 2021
Remembering Gen. Colin Powell, Eric Jerome Dickey, Cicely Tyson, Clarence Williams III, Charlie Robinson, DMX, Lee Evans, Marvin Hagler, Biz Markie, Dorothy Steel and 15 others who passed in 2021. … [Read more...] about Rest In Power: Those We Lost in 2021
Mayor Tom Barrett resigns from office, Common Council President Cavalier Johnson becomes acting mayor
State Senator Lena Taylor ends campaign for Lt. Gov., announces run for mayor Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett resigned on December 22, 2021, handing over authority to Common Council President Cavalier Johnson, who assumes the role of acting mayor until the city’s spring election. The transition, which was effective at 5:00 p.m., came after the U.S. Senate’s unanimous … [Read more...] about Mayor Tom Barrett resigns from office, Common Council President Cavalier Johnson becomes acting mayor
Desmond Tutu, anti-apartheid human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize Winner, dies at 90
Human rights activist and anti-apartheid hero Archbishop Desmond Tutu died on Sunday, December 26, 2021. He was 90. The Desmond and Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation confirmed the South African civil rights icon's death on Sunday, noting the Nobel Peace Prize winner passed away in Cape Town. "Tutu was a living embodiment of faith in action, speaking boldly against racism, … [Read more...] about Desmond Tutu, anti-apartheid human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize Winner, dies at 90
Brew City Cowboys ride door-to-door to bring Christmas to those in need
On Saturday, December 18, 2021, the Brew City Cowboys along with West Care Foundation, Beulah Family Homestead and the Milwaukee Police Mounted Patrol Unit, passed out Christmas toys and turkeys on horseback. The Cowboys were escorted from 3rd and Wright, east to Humboldt and North Avenue, then North through the neighborhoods to Keefe Avenue and then to MLK Dr., and finally … [Read more...] about Brew City Cowboys ride door-to-door to bring Christmas to those in need
Jammin’ 98.3 FM hosts ‘Stokes Coats’ at Gee’s Clippers
On Thursday, December 16, 2021, Jammin'98.3 FM along with America Works of Wisconsin, Inc., and Gee's Clippers, 2200 N. MLK Dr., hosted "Stokes Coats." Jammin'98.3 FM radio host Earl Stokes and the staff of Gee's Clipers collected adult and children's coats for those in need here in Milwaukee. In total Earl and crew collected more than 500 new and gently used winter coats, well … [Read more...] about Jammin’ 98.3 FM hosts ‘Stokes Coats’ at Gee’s Clippers
Ascension Ebenezer Resource Center hosts Christmas Toys Giveaway
Volunteers at the Ascension Ebenezer Resource Center stood ready to assist with a Christmas Toy Giveaway on December 18, 2021. Approximately 220 children aged 10 and under received a Christmas gift, had the opportunity to stock up on food staples, were read stories and had their pictures taken courtesy of Our Daily Bread Community Outreach Center, Inc. Sponsors included The … [Read more...] about Ascension Ebenezer Resource Center hosts Christmas Toys Giveaway