By Karen Stokes In recent years, as the warmer weather approaches, there have been concerns about the potential escalation of violence in the City. However, recent data from the Milwaukee Police … [Read more...]
Black Millennial and Gen-Z Voters Chime in On Issues Important to Them Leading Up to the November Midterm Elections
Are candidates truly speaking to the issues that concern to Black Millennials and Gen-Z voters? By Jeffrey L. Boney NNPA Newswire Contributor As we know, elections have consequences. With … [Read more...]
Honoring Black Achievement, and Doubling Down on the Work to be Done, During Black History Month and Beyond
February is Black History Month – an annual commemoration of the achievements of Black Americans and their remarkable impact on history. It’s a time to celebrate the cultural heritage shaped by … [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...]
From the Mental Health Frontlines: Interview with Lekesha Livingston, LICSW, Ascension Hospital
By Stacey Jones SJ: Tell us about your position at Ascension Hospital. LL: I am a social worker in the Emergency Department (ED) at the Franklin Campus. The ED is like a catch all. … [Read more...]
We Asked Students How They Feel About Schools Reopening in the Fall. Here’s What They Said.
By Sam Woods 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...]
EXCEPT WHERE INDICATED, THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED ON THIS PAGE ARE NOT NECESSARILY THOSE OF THE MILWAUKEE COURIER
George Floyd: Protests, Police, and Prosecutors
By Gloria J. Browne-Marshall Gloria J. Browne-Marshall: This is “Law of the Land.” The relationship between the prosecutor and the police department is so close. That same prosecutor who is so … [Read more...]
Checking In: How are You Doing as We Confront the Coronavirus?
By Sam Woods 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...]
‘I Won’t Feel Safer Until This is All Over’: Checking in on Essential Workers
By Edgar Mendez 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...]
EXCEPT WHERE INDICATED, THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED ON THIS PAGE ARE NOT NECESSARILY THOSE OF THE MILWAUKEE COURIER
African American Health Disparities and COVID-19
By Gloria Browne-Marshall Gloria Browne-Marshall: Like it or not, wear a mask. A hundred years ago, the Spanish Flu was a global pandemic. An epidemic involving more than one continent is a … [Read more...]