By Ana Martinez-Ortiz “I can’t breathe.” Those three words were some of the last words George Floyd ever said. On Monday, May 25, Floyd was killed by a Minneapolis police officer. His death was … [Read more...]
Ald. Cavalier Johnson on Becoming Common Council President
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Four years ago, Cavalier “Chevy” Johnson ran for a seat on the Milwaukee Common Council. His eventual success had come after two failed campaigns and a few years working … [Read more...]
Wisconsin’s Next Election Could Be Done by Mail
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Wisconsin’s last election in April was certainly historical, but not for the reasons people would want it to be. With the pandemic in full swing, Wisconsin struggled with how … [Read more...]
Milwaukee County Wants Its Money Back
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz When coronavirus swept through Milwaukee, it left a struggling economy in its wake. Milwaukee County residents found themselves in need of resources and basic essentials and … [Read more...]
Gov. Tony Evers Announces Grant Program for Small Businesses
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz It is no secret that the economy has taken a hit due to the pandemic. States across the nation are reopening and with them are the small businesses trying to stay … [Read more...]
No Menthol Sunday Goes Virtual for 2020
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz La’Ketta Caldwell knew she had to be a part of No Menthol Sunday. As a youth development professional and an artist, Caldwell viewed the opportunity as a chance to … [Read more...]
Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Against an Extended Safer-At-Home Order
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Earlier this week, the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled against Gov. Tony Evers order to extend the stay-at-home order. While the quarantine restrictions were expected to … [Read more...]
Milwaukee City and County Officials Provide Update on COVID-19
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz One of the results of a pandemic is the high level of panic and uncertainty. To combat that, city and county officials have taken to providing a daily update of the … [Read more...]
Moving Forward, Milwaukee County Issues a New Order
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Earlier this week, the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled that Wisconsin was essentially open for business. And while residents in other parts of the states flocked to the bars, … [Read more...]
Greater Milwaukee Foundation Receives Grant to Continue Helping Underserved
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz The Greater Milwaukee Foundation is no stranger to the underserved communities in Milwaukee. Since its establishment over a hundred years ago, the foundation has been a … [Read more...]
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