By Karen Stokes The Biden administration on Monday, May 9, announced a plan to expand affordable high-speed internet access for millions of Americans. “High speed internet is not a luxury … Read Full Article
South Korea’s Alternative Civilian Service Violates International Standards
As the world prepares for International Conscientious Objector Day on May 15, over 800 Jehovah’s Witnesses in South Korea have chosen to perform alternative civilian service (ACS) instead of compulsory military duties. Under the current ACS format, … Read Full Article
NNS Spotlight: How the Muslim Community and Health Center Brought a Vision of Providing Health Care to Life
By Matt Martinez 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. It started off modestly. In 2004, … Read Full Article
Mental Wealth: COVID-19’s Impact on Mental Health in the Black Community Helpful Tips to Protect Your Mental Health
By Paula Penebaker People have been facing challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, including loneliness, isolation, missed milestones and increased anxiety. In addition, there are disparities in health care, such as access to health insurance … Read Full Article
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino Plans $100 Million Casino Overhaul
By Karen Stokes Potawatomi Hotel & Casino is planning an investment of $100 million for a large-scale new project on the casino’s third floor area. The casino is adding two new food and beverage options to the third floor. “Since … Read Full Article
Biden Says Inflation is His Top Domestic Priority
By Karen Stokes “I want every American to know that I am taking inflation very seriously,” Biden said from the podium in the South Court Auditorium. “It is my top domestic priority.” The United States is in a stronger economic position than … Read Full Article
JayDay Hilarious Jones Leaps for Life on Second Season of Netflix Series “Floor is Lava”
By Dylan Deprey Before JayDay Hilarious Jones was getting millions of views on Tik Tok, he was performing for his family. As the youngest, he took on the entertainer role. When it came to visiting grandma’s house, he kept everybody … Read Full Article
Block Party on Saturday May 21 at Milwaukee Art Museum
Inspired by Derrick Adams: Our Time Together Join the lakefront party at your art museum to play, dance, explore and unwind with family and friends. Se the full schedule at mam.org/blockparty. … Read Full Article
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MATC Requesting BIDs for Downtown Milwaukee Campus (DMC) Office Improvements M224, M336
CONSTRUCTION BIDDING OPPORTUNITIES Milwaukee Area Technical College is seeking bids for the following: BID REFERENCE NO. 2022-009 DUE: 2:00 PM, Thursday, June 9, 2022 Downtown Milwaukee Campus (DMC) Office Improvements M224, M336; Project … 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
Biden Administration Addresses Environmental Justice
By Karen Stokes Today, Attorney General of the United States Merrick B. Garland and Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency Michael S. Regan will announce significant measures to achieve Environmental Justice at the … Read Full Article
High School Students Work On Solutions to Environmental Issues
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. High school students from across … Read Full Article
Precedent v. History: Reproductive Control Has Always Been A Thing
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor Since the leaked draft of a pending decision by the U.S. Supreme Court regarding the future of Roe v. Wade, there has been much discussion about precedent or constitutional rights. Justice … Read Full Article
Measurement or Manipulation: How Standardized Tests Only Tell a Partial Story
By LaKeshia N. Myers When it comes to measuring student achievement or the success of a school, most people look to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction’s (DPI) school and district report cards. According to the Wisconsin DPI, “as … Read Full Article
Ron Johnson and Republicans Want to Push an Extreme Agenda
By Alex Lasry This week we saw how dangerous the Republican agenda is for the future of our country. After years of warnings that reproductive rights were under assault due to Donald Trump and Mitch McConnell’s packing of the United States … Read Full Article
Former Green Bay Packer Donald Driver Reads to Milwaukee Area Elementary School Children
By Karen Stokes The excitement could be felt throughout the room. A large group of energetic elementary school students were anxiously waiting for former Green Bay Packer Donald Driver. When the Super Bowl Champion walked through the door … Read Full Article
Girl Scouts Celebrate Annual Day of Service with 100 GE Healthcare Volunteers on May 4
Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast (GSWISE) welcomed nearly 100 GE Healthcare employees on Wednesday, May 4 at Camp Silver Brook (2561 W. Decorah Road, West Bend) for its annual day of service. GE Healthcare employees did participate in several camp … Read Full Article
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
By Gov. Tony Evers The month of May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, and here in Wisconsin, we know that to build a bright and strong future for our state, we must expand mental health programs and ensure every Wisconsinite has access to … Read Full Article