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April 21st, 2026

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After years of talking about diversity, the number of black leaders at US companies is still dismal

True corporate diversity can't be achieved unless it's reflected at the top. And given the persistent dearth of black professionals in power roles at major companies, corporate America has a long way to go. There's growing awareness of the need for diversity at all levels of the workplace -- not just because giving equal opportunities to all is the right thing to do, but … [Read more...] about After years of talking about diversity, the number of black leaders at US companies is still dismal

Maranta Plant Shop rewards those will to help those in need

On Monday, May 10, 2021, Michelle Alfaro and Enrique Rodriguez, owners of Maranta Plant Shop, gave away 200 free plants to people who lined up for more than an hour to donate non-perishable food items. The food is being donated to the Hunger Task Force. "I was overwhelmed and fulfilled to see all the happy, energetic people waiting in line around the block to donate," Michelle … [Read more...] about Maranta Plant Shop rewards those will to help those in need

Ascension’s Blanket of Love hosts ‘Walk Through Baby Shower’

On Friday, April 16, 2021, Ascension Healthcare's Blanket of Love program hosted a "Walk Through Baby Shower" at Ebenezer Church of God in Christ, 3232 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. The event was for expecting mothers or those who have recently delivered up to the age of 3 months. Those who attended were able to get information, sign up for services, and receive free … [Read more...] about Ascension’s Blanket of Love hosts ‘Walk Through Baby Shower’

Arlington Heights residents call for renaming of local park to honor local activist

On Saturday, April 24, 2021, the Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist & Political Repression (MAARPR) hosted a press conference at Lindbergh Park in the Arlington Heights neighborhood campaigning to change the name of the park to Lucille Berrien Park. Ms. Berrien (left photo) was in attendance with the MAARPR to demand the park be named in her honor, and that the money used to … [Read more...] about Arlington Heights residents call for renaming of local park to honor local activist

The number of Black women mayors leading major cities to reach historic high. Here is why they are winning

A new wave of Black women are breaking barriers as they ascend to mayoral seats in cities with deeply rooted histories of racism and inequality. On Tuesday, April 20, 2021, Tishaura Jones will be sworn in as the first Black female mayor of St. Louis after winning the election earlier that month. Her victory came just two weeks after Kim Janey was appointed Boston's first … [Read more...] about The number of Black women mayors leading major cities to reach historic high. Here is why they are winning

Waupun weighs a future without 167-year-old prison

The U.S. prison population suffered higher rates of infection, higher than most other institutions during the COVID-19 pandemic and for those living at Waupun Correctional Institute (WCI), the state’s oldest continuously operating prison, and for those who care for them, the pandemic further complicated the debate over WCI’s future. Men incarcerated at the prison shared … [Read more...] about Waupun weighs a future without 167-year-old prison

President Biden nominates three Black women for Federal Court of Appeals

Remember these names: Ketanji Brown Jackson, Tiffany Cunningham, and Candace Jackson-Akiwumi. These are President Joseph Biden’s first three nominations for the federal Court of Appeals. In 2020, Biden pledged to name the first African American woman to the U.S. Supreme Court. A number of retirements are expected from the federal judiciary now that Donald Trump is out of … [Read more...] about President Biden nominates three Black women for Federal Court of Appeals

AKA Day at the Derby goes virtual

In celebration of the Kentucky Derby, the members of the Diamond Jubilee Pearls Foundation of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., hosted their annual fundraising event "AKA Day at the Derby". This year, there's a little twist as the event went totally VIRTUAL. This one-of-a-kind Derby Experience serves as the major fundraiser for the Foundation's scholarships and community … [Read more...] about AKA Day at the Derby goes virtual