By Karen Stokes In the final months of his presidency, Joe Biden is solidifying his political legacy, commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act at the White House on … Read Full Article
From Vision to Victory: Amplifying Black Voices
Say Something Real Congressional Black Caucus Annual Public Policy Convening By Michelle Bryant Anyone working in politics, civic engagement, or an advocacy role will tell you, if they are honest, that they get tired. The fields, while … Read Full Article
What Did You Do This Summer? – A Journey of Restoration
Kweku's Korner By Dr. Synthia M. Doaks As an educator, I am all too familiar with the back-to-school icebreaker, “What did you do this summer?” As a child, I would create elaborate stories to mask uneventful summers. As a parent, I ensured my … Read Full Article
How the League of Women Voters Helps People with Criminal Records
By Devin Blake 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. The League of Women Voters of Milwaukee … Read Full Article
Wis Dems Black Coalition Held Barbershop Talk & Film Screening
On Saturday, September 7th the Wis Dems Black Coalition held many events including the Barbershop Talk & Film Screening with Wendell Pierce, Erika Woods, and Lt. Governor of Michigan Garlin Gilchrist II at Gee's Clippers. … Read Full Article
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Signs Legislation
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley signs legislation approving $8.5 million in opioid settlement dollars to fund seven projects focused on opioid use disorder (OUD) abatement, prevention, and recovery programs over the next three years. • … Read Full Article
Vice President Kamala Harris is Working for Small Businesses
By Djdade Denson My business, Coffee Makes You Black, opened back in 2001. I love owning a small coffee shop with a positive impact on our community. Our mission is to uplift and empower the local Black community in Milwaukee. We hire employees … Read Full Article
Headline Thoughts No. 4
BlackEconomics.org® Generally, “Headline Thoughts” (HLTs) reflect our contemplations of, and conclusions about, recent, and important media headlines from a Black American economic perspective. This edition of HLTs maintains yet deviates from that … Read Full Article
Trump’s Project 2025 is a Threat to Black Americans
Project 2025 is Donald Trump and JD Vance's plan to remake the federal government if they win. … Read Full Article
FREE Diabetes Education and Support on Wednesdays Starting September 25th
Please join us for this important educational series to help improve your blood sugar levels (A1c) through nutrition and lifestyle changes. … Read Full Article
Promoting Mental Health in the Black Community – Mary Ellen Strong Foundation
Providing Resources, Supporting Students, Healing the Healers - Donate Today! … 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
Problem Gambling? – Bet On Yourself – Text 1-850-888-HOPE
Call the Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-GAMBLE-5, text 850-888-HOPE, or visit wi-problemgamblers.org. … Read Full Article
Governor Tim Walz Campaigns at Milwaukee’s Laborfest
By Karen Stokes Minnesota Governor Tim Walz celebrated Labor Day with the working people of Milwaukee at Laborfest 2024 held at Maier Festival Park on Monday. The annual event is to acknowledge the history and culture of the labor movement. As … Read Full Article
Harris-Walz Campaign Releases Latest Ad on Project 2025 and its Impact on Black Americans
By Karen Stokes Today, Team Harris-Walz released its second ad in the Project 2025 media campaign, emphasizing the dangers associated with Trump’s extreme agenda. Supported by $370 million in paid media allocated by Team Harris-Walz from Labor … Read Full Article
Must It Always Come Back to Slavery
Say Something Real Legacy of Segregation and Jim Crow Still Impacts Black Lives By Michell Bryant One of my irritating colleagues frequently challenges me with a question: Must it always come back to slavery? Without saying a word, my … Read Full Article