By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Alex Lasry was feeling frustrated. There was a lack of action happening in Washington, he said, and as someone who likes to get things done this was unacceptable. So, in … [Read more...]
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Fentanyl: The New Jack-Of-All-Trades
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor Drug abuse is not new. From morphine to molly, there have been any number of medical and illicit substances that have commanded our attention. … [Read more...]
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To Sir Sidney, With Love
By LaKeshia N. Myers I remember the first time I saw Sir Sidney Poitier act in a movie. I was about 7 years old and I walked into our family room where my parents sat watching the movie, “To … [Read more...]
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Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is a Boon for Wisconsin’s Piping Trades
By Terry J Hayden President, Wisconsin Pipe Trades Association As president of the Wisconsin Pipe Trades Association, I know how the highly-skilled Wisconsinites who work in plumbing, … [Read more...]
How Milwaukee’s New Chase Community Manager Can Empower Your Financial Journey
Have you ever worked with your local bank branch team, virtually or in-person? From opening a bank account or line of credit, to exploring mortgage financing options and small business loans, your new … [Read more...]
Children’s Wisconsin Talks New Mental Health Walk-In Clinic
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Mental health isn’t limited to one demographic over another. Anyone, no matter their age, race or gender can be impacted by mental health and that includes children. Over … [Read more...]
Where To Find Mental Health Resources This Winter
By Matt Martinez Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city … [Read more...]
Journeys: From the Corporate World to Baking Entrepreneur: Alan Goodman’s Story
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city … [Read more...]
Judge Says Absentee Ballot Drop Boxes Are Not Allowed
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz In Wisconsin, voters have multiple ways to cast their votes. They can go in person on Election Day, or they can vote absentee by mail or in person at early voting sites. In … [Read more...]
Voces de la Frontera Talks Fair Maps at Judiciary and Legislation Committee
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz In December 2021, former Mayor Tom Barrett vetoed the aldermanic maps previously approved by the Common Council in November. The maps included only two Latinx “influence … [Read more...]