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  • September 22, 2023

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HBCU Transformation Project Receives $124 Million Boost to Propel Systemic Change

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia To help fortify historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) nationwide, the HBCU Transformation Project has … Read Full Article

Featured Stories

Kristen Welker Set to Become First Black ‘Meet the Press’ Host

Impeach Justice Janet Protasiewicz? Here’s what’s missing from debate

After Three Forced Apartment Evacuations, Leaders Press for Answers

How Event Series Helps Residents Re-Entering Society After Incarceration

Vel Phillips Poised to Make History Again

Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor As a State Senator, I have had the chance to meet many amazing people. I’ve also been privileged to travel, rub elbows, and discuss the big issues of the day, with leaders from around the … Read Full Article

New National Research Points to Opportunities and Action Steps to Shrink the Digital Divide

Dallas, Texas – Connected Nation (CN), with support from AT&T, has published new research examining national attitudes toward home broadband (high-speed internet) and the federal Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which offers discounts on … Read Full Article

Milwaukee American Heart Association Gearing up for Annual Heart and Stroke Walk

MILWAUKEE, WI— The Milwaukee lakefront again will be on full display for the American Heart Association’s annual Heart and Stroke Walk on Saturday, Sept. 23. Walkers will begin their route around Veterans Park, 1300 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, a … Read Full Article

Residents Express Concerns that Changes to Fire and Police Commission Will Lead to Weaker Oversight of Milwaukee Police

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. Various groups that engage the criminal … Read Full Article

Eliminating Excuses

BlackEconomics.org® After demoralizing and unforgiveable losses, football enthusiasts often hear coaches and players say: “We make no excuses, but...” When these words roll off their lips, we say: “Stop! Make no excuses! Accept defeat! Move … Read Full Article

Innovative Housing Options for Today’s Retiree

Elder cohousing, niche active senior communities, and multi-gen housing can offer innovative alternatives to traditional retirement living options. As we age, traditional retirement housing options like nursing homes and assisted living facilities … Read Full Article

How To Take a Corporate Event to the Next Level

You can take a corporate event to the next level by doing something everyone on your team will enjoy or consider the most rewarding experience. With all the hard work your employees do for your company each day, they deserve a day to celebrate … Read Full Article

The Future of Wisconsin’s Health Begins With You – All Of Us Research Program

joinallofus.org/wisconsin … Read Full Article

Donate Blood. James G., Sickle Cell Warrior – Versiti.org

Sickle cell does not define me. I am more than my disease. #knowSCD Donate Blood. Versiti.org … Read Full Article

Discover Wellness Resource Fair on Friday September 22 at Alice’s Garden

  Learn how to take care of your health & wellness from experts in he community, plus free food, resources, activities for all ages, giveaways & more. … Read Full Article

MATC Requesting BIDs for DMC Restroom Improvements

CONSTRUCTION BIDDING OPPORTUNITY Milwaukee Area Technical College is seeking bids for the following: BID REFERENCE NO. 2023-009 DUE: 2:00 PM, Friday, October 6, 2023, followed by the public bid opening DMC Restroom Improvements C322, C324 A-B, … 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

Over 4 Million Student Loan Borrowers Embrace the New SAVE Plan

By Karen Stokes The U.S. Department of Education announced on Tuesday that more than 4 million student loan borrowers enrolled in the Biden-Harris Administration’s new Saving on A Valuable Education (SAVE) income-driven repayment (IDR) plan. … Read Full Article

Insights Into Detection, Risk Factors, and Prevention of Atrial Fibrillation

By Karen Stokes September marks National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month. Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) is a quivering or irregular heartbeat that can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure and other heart-related complications. It is … Read Full Article

What About the Children?: Why Childcare Funding Does Matter

By LaKeshia N. Myers Reputable (and affordable) childcare is scarce. It is apparently so scarce, according to the Center for American Progress (CAP), 54% of people in Wisconsin live in a child care desert. The national average is 51%. Rural … Read Full Article

The Digital Divide’s Ability to Divide

Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor Almost everything we do, these days, is connected to the internet. COVID-19 exacerbated our dependency or highlighted the need for broadband, depending on whom you ask. Groceries, home goods, … Read Full Article

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