By Karen Stokes Milwaukee County is facing an alarming financial crisis, as revealed by its recent five-year financial forecast. The projected budget shortfall is even greater than previously … Read Full Article
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Dear Tina, You Were Simply the Best
By LaKeshia N. Myers I did a Black History Month project on Tina Turner in sixth grade. I had stumbled upon her autobiography, I, Tina, the previous summer rummaging for books at my aunt’s home. Her story was captivating and I became … Read Full Article

South Asian Immigration: Implications for Black America
BlackEconomics.org® In “Welcoming Black South Asians into the Black World,” BlackEconomics.org highlighted possible benefits of a favorable relationship between Black Americans, other Black people of the world, and South Asians, who are essentially … Read Full Article

He Spent 20 Years in Prison. Now he’s Spending his Life Helping Those who Have Been Incarcerated.
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. After 20 years in prison, Ed … Read Full Article

Recognize Stroke Symptoms, Act FAST to Improve Health
By Karen Stokes When someone suffers a stroke, time is essential. There is very limited time to restore blood flow to the brain before the injury is irreversible. According to the American Heart Association, about 800,000 people in the United … Read Full Article

Mental Health Awareness Month – Mind Matters Virtual Event on May 30
We invite you to join us for a groundbreaking, free virtual event—Mind Matters. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Wisconsin’s All of Us Research Program is sponsoring an immersive experience around mental health, genetics, and personalized … Read Full Article

Jim Brown the NFL’s Most Dominant Player Dies at 87
Jim Brown was worthy of admiration. The great football player, civil rights activist and actor impacted our youth as well as fellow human beings. Jim Nathaniel Brown was born on February 17, 1936, in St. Simmons Ga. He died peacefully, on May 19, … Read Full Article

Strategies To Help Your Hotel Be More Energy Efficient
Do you want to promote energy efficiency and sustainability at your hotel? Learn how your hospitality business can be more energy efficient with a few changes. If you want to promote sustainability and save money for your hospitality business, you … Read Full Article

The Amazing Benefits of 3D and 4D Ultrasound
3D and 4D ultrasound devices provide clearer images than traditional ultrasounds. Learn more about the amazing benefits of 3D and 4D ultrasound. 3D and 4D ultrasounds improve the early detection of abnormalities and medical conditions. Advanced … Read Full Article

It’s CPR Month – Be The Beat by Learning Hands-Only CPR
Learning CPR will help save lives. Each year, more than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the United States. Only about 40% of people who suffer from cardiac arrest receive CPR from a bystander. CPR, especially if performed … Read Full Article

Riding the Bus? Get WisGo Today
When it comes to riding the bus, there's a better way to pay. It's WisGo - our new, modern fare collection system that's available in the Umo app or as a card. Get WisGo and start enjoying all the benefits that come with it. … Read Full Article

Scandinavian Design and The United States 1890-1980 at the Milwaukee Art Museum
Explore the first exhibition dedicated to the cultural exchange between Scandinavia and the U.S. mam.org/scandi … Read Full Article

MATC Requesting BIDs for DMC Student Center Rec Lounge & Convenience Store
CONSTRUCTION BIDDING OPPORTUNITY Milwaukee Area Technical College is seeking bids for the following: BID REFERENCE NO. 2023-007 DUE: 2:00 PM, Thursday, June 15, 2023, followed by the public bid opening DMC Student Center Rec Lounge & … 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

National Stroke Month Shines a Spotlight on Stroke Prevention and Recovery
By Karen Stokes During National Stroke Awareness Month, the CDC convened a briefing attended by prominent scientists and public health leaders to unveil recent stroke-related data and delve into the real-world implications of stroke in the United … Read Full Article

Biden Administration Paves the Way for Clean Energy in Rural America with $11 Billion Investment
By Karen Stokes In a significant move to address the climate crisis, the U.S. Department of Agriculture unveiled a substantial investment of nearly $11 billion on Tuesday, aimed at facilitating the adoption of affordable clean energy in rural … Read Full Article

These Last Two Dollars: Pushing Against the Debt Ceiling Deadline
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor Blues legend Johnnie Taylor sang about what’s it’s like to be down on your luck… “Just loan me two dollars, Until the next time I see you.” Released in 1997, Last Two Dollars was an instant … Read Full Article

Self-Care: A Prescription for Good Living
By LaKeshia N. Myers I plan on living past 100 (I’m patiently waiting to drive a flying car like on the Jetsons). While it may seem lofty, according to statistics, centenarians are growing in population. There are nearly 90,000 of them living … Read Full Article

No Fiscal Fix Would Be Devastating for Milwaukee County
By David Crowley Milwaukee County Executive Recent proposals from the legislature to improve local revenue conditions, including allowing Milwaukee County to issue a sales tax, are not only historic, but incredibly necessary as the demand for … Read Full Article

Places in Milwaukee Where you can Find Help for Domestic Violence
By Edgar Mendez 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 cases of domestic violence continue to … Read Full Article