By Ana Martinez-Ortiz This is an unprecedented chapter in Milwaukee’s history, Mayor Tom Barrett said during a presentation earlier this week. It is a moment that everyone will remember for the … [Read more...]
‘The Worst Maternal Mortality Rate in the Developed World’ American Heart Association Discusses Heart Health in Moms
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz When a woman gets pregnant, her priority is usually the baby, but her health matters too. According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease is the leading … [Read more...]
Milwaukee Christian Center Gives Youth a Chance to Grow with Grant from Bader
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Sabrina Suarez, 25, wanted to obtain her high school diploma. She struggled to stick with a program, but in August 2020, she joined Milwaukee Christian Center’s YouthBuild … [Read more...]
No Menthol Sunday: Shyquetta McElroy Talks Smoking, Quitting and Poetry
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz The first time Shyquetta McElroy puffed on a cigarette, she was 12 and had just lit it for her mom. She did not like it, but nearly a decade later, she tried again. For 11 … [Read more...]
Vice President Kamala Harris Visits Milwaukee
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Earlier this week, Vice President Kamala Harris visited Milwaukee. The main purpose of Harris’ visit was to look at and discuss the possibilities of clean energy … [Read more...]
‘We Have To Care About Our Youth Every Single Day’: County Launches New Violence Prevention Program
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz When given the option, most people don’t choose violence, but sometimes, violence seems like the only answer. Given the increased rise of violence, especially among youth, … [Read more...]
‘We wanted to do something now’: Greater Milwaukee Foundation is Offering Loans
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz It is not unusual for small businesses to be in survival mode before they hit their stride and enter thrive mode. But the pandemic has made it nearly impossible for some … [Read more...]
‘We believe you’: Milwaukee Honors Sexual Assault Survivors During 10th Annual Denim Day
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Elle Halo is angry and she’s not alone in that feeling. Halo, like many, is angry that sexual assault and violence are still happening to this day. She’s angry that … [Read more...]
Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Announces Funding to Help Distribute COVID-19 Vaccine
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Wisconsin isn’t the healthiest state in the country, and while it’s not the worse it could always do better. According to the United Health Foundation’s annual report on … [Read more...]
Jury Says Derek Chauvin is Guilty in Murder of George Floyd
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz When police officers are sworn in, they take an oath. As members of a law enforcement agency, they vow to protect and to serve their community. In theory, police officers … [Read more...]
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