Breakfast will be held from 8:00 am- 9:00 am. Program begins at 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Saint Matthews C.M.E. Church 2944 North 9th Street (Parking on 8th Street, off Chambers). This weekend’s conference will address Jobs–Action Steps to Solutions. Panelists: Tom Barrett Mayor, City of Milwaukee Reggie Newson Secretary, Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development [...]

MacArthur Weddle shows off his award with his grandson. Weddle was honored last weekend by Community Brainstorming Conference with its 2011 James Howard Baker Award. Weddle was chosen by the executive board of CBC because of his commitment and dedication to the uplifting of the African American Community, especially its youth, in conformance with the [...]

The Community Brainstorming Conference announces that the 2011 Recipient of the Annual James Howard Baker Award will be MacArthur Weddle, long time president and CEO if the Northcott Neighborhood House. Weddle was chosen by the executive board of CBC because of his commitment and dedication to the uplifting of the African American Community, especially its [...]

By Cassandra Lans With the November 2, general election less than two weeks away, it is more than evident that Wisconsin Republican candidates are not interested in receiving the African American vote. The two standouts Scott Walker and Ron Johnson are in the most competitive races, the race for governor and the race for U.S. [...]