By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Milwaukee is one step closer to getting a new mayor after this week’s spring primary election. While seven candidates campaigned to advance to the general election, only … [Read more...]
A Tool for Parents and A Gift For Children “Magical Black Tears: A Protest Story”
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Dreams are interesting things. Some dreams escape as soon as one opens their eyes, others linger far into one’s waking hours and some remain in one’s mind long enough to … [Read more...]
Marcus Performing Arts Center Wants Everyone to Come and Enjoy the Show
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz When someone hears the word violin, their first thought is probably classical music, but the music group Black Violin takes that idea and spins it on its head. The duo is made … [Read more...]
Mayoral Candidates Talk Voting Rights, Housing and More in Virtual Forum
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz For the first time in nearly 18 years, the City of Milwaukee is getting a new mayor. Many have thrown their hat into the ring, but only one will be elected mayor. Said winner … [Read more...]
Running Rebels Introduces Fun Ways To Get the Body Moving
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz When it comes to getting people moving, it can be easier to do so in a group. Or at least that’s the approach Running Rebels takes. Last week, the organization, which … [Read more...]
“Dancing Granny” Celebrates the Beauty of Community and Collaboration
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Folklore – no matter which part of the world it is from – tends to have a life of its own. While they take on new forms or iterations the message, lessons and timelessness … [Read more...]
‘No Matter What, You Can’t stop’: Milwaukeeans Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Martin Luther King Jr. Day is always a busy day in Milwaukee. For many, it is a day of reflection and celebration, a time to look back on what has been achieved, while … [Read more...]
Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson Signs Mask Ordinance
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz A new mask mandate is expected to go into effect in the upcoming days. Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson signed a mask mandate on Thursday, Jan. 20. The mandate requires … [Read more...]
Love, Laughter and Civil Rights: First Stage Performs ‘The Watsons Go to Birmingham’
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Twenty-five years ago, Christopher Paul Curtis’ first book “The Watsons Go to Birmingham – 1963” was published. The story, narrated by middle child Kenny Watson, follows the … [Read more...]
Milwaukee Receives $42 Million Loan To Reduce Flood Risk and Create Jobs
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Milwaukee is a city filled with historical and aging elements from its building to its infrastructures. While historical landmarks can add a bit of charm, an aging … [Read more...]
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