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Legal Loopholes in Wisconsin Cannabis Laws Leave Consumers Vulnerable

This story was produced in partnership with the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Investigative Journalism class taught in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication. On Oct. 23, 2024, Samuel … Read Full Article

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An Open Letter to Assata Shakur: What I Wish I Could Have Said

A Guide to Understanding the Debate Over Keeping Voter Rolls ‘Clean’

UW-Madison is Changing its Financial Aid Process. Here’s What to Know.

Trump and GOP Drive Shutdown While Families Face Soaring Premiums

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Deployment of FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance Teams

DSA teams are available to help residents apply for federal assistance MILWAUKEE – A new in-person support service is now available for residents affected by the extreme flooding in August. FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) teams will be … Read Full Article

Deny, Delay, or Defer

Kweku's Korner By Dr. Kweku Akyirefi Amoasi Have you ever seen two people who were about to fight, and they did everything but fight? I mean, they took off their jackets. They traded verbal jabs. They postured and got in a fighting stance, … Read Full Article

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Presents 2026 Recommended Budget to Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors

County Executive Crowley’s budget continues focus on fiscal responsibility and sustainability MILWAUKEE – On September 30, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley presented his 2026 Recommended Budget to the Milwaukee County Board of … Read Full Article

Fine Arts Studio Opens New High School to Engage ‘Forgotten’ Students

By PrincessSafiya Byers This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Visit milwaukeenns.org. Kayla Ramos attended, taught and … Read Full Article

What are the Goals of Managers/Controllers of the Economy?

BlackEconomics.org® The topic-question of this essay is more provocative than you might believe. It goes beyond the type of goals imposed on the U.S. Federal Reserve Board (FRB; an institutional unit charged with managing the U.S. economy) by the … Read Full Article

Productivity Boosters for Small Machining Shops

Small machining shops must operate under strict standards to maintain profits and efficiency. Consider integrating these productivity boosters to help. In a small machining shop, every minute and every movement counts. Boosting productivity is … Read Full Article

Medical Mission – Free Medical and Dental Care on October 4 – Ascension

9am to 1pm 1810 W. Bolivar Ave Milwaukee, WI 53221 … Read Full Article

Home Buying and Fixing Loan Assistance

Call 262-896-8170 or email dnarus@waukeshacounty.gov http://wwww.homeconsortium.com … Read Full Article

Listen & Watch WNOV The Voice Live Weekly on Youtube & Facebook

WNOV 860AM 106.5FM The Voice https://youtube.com/@wnovthevoice https://facebook.com/860wnov … Read Full Article

New Solar Installation at Coggs Building Advances County Climate Plan

By Karen Stokes Milwaukee County leaders showcased a new clean energy project Friday with the unveiling of rooftop solar panels at the Marcia P.Coggs Health and Human Services Building. County Executive David Crowley and County Board Chairwoman … Read Full Article

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Disaster Recovery Centers

Centers will help affected residents apply for FEMA assistance and get answers to their questions about the process MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) are open as of Wednesday, September 24, 2025 to assist … Read Full Article

Sickle Cell Awareness Month Highlights Patient Struggles and Research Breakthroughs

By Karen Stokes September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month, and James Griffin has experienced firsthand the challenges of living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). Diagnosed at age 2, Griffin endured severe pain, infections, surgeries, and countless … Read Full Article

Show Them: The High-Stakes Standoff Over America’s Budget

Say Something Real By Michelle Bryant When it comes to the latest budget battle between Democrats and Republicans, the old adage rings true: “I can show you better than I can tell you.” The current standoff is more than just a war of … Read Full Article

For Such a Time as This: Black Churches & The Urgent Need for Community Outreach

By LaKeshia N. Myers As Black America grapples with the latest iteration of the modern civil rights movement, Black churches find themselves at a critical crossroads. Our institutions, which have historically served as anchors of hope and … Read Full Article

Silence is Golden

Kweku's Korner By Dr. Kweku Akyirefi Amoasi I was once told the best quality about a cup is its emptiness. Not its size. Not its color. Not its handle. Not its special design. But the emptiness. It’s the hollow part that makes the cup useful. … Read Full Article

How Milwaukee Homebuyers Can Save on a Down Payment

Financial Literacy Sponsored by JPMorganChase While there is a lot of uncertainty around the housing market in 2025, affordability still remains a top challenge for homebuyers – especially first-time home buyers who, according to a 2025 Bankrate … Read Full Article

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Second Round of “Building Bridges” Grants for Local Small Businesses

The Building Bridges Program provides grants and resources to support small businesses and commercial corridor activation in Milwaukee County MILWAUKEE – On September 24, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley announced the second and … Read Full Article

‘A Celebration of Where We Come From’: Milwaukee Couple Open their Second Dealership

By Chesnie Wardell This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Visit milwaukeenns.org. As Terranda and Festus Akinyinka … Read Full Article

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