By Karen Stokes Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley leads a crowded Democratic gubernatorial field for fundraising, followed by Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez, according to campaign … [Read more...]
Dr. King’s Legacy Demands Action, Not Silence
By Karen Stokes On the third Monday in January, communities across the nation celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with a day of events, church services, and community breakfasts. … [Read more...]
Beloved Milwaukee Activist and Community Leader Vi Hawkins, passes at 86
By Karen Stokes Viola Riser Hawkins, an activist, and community leader whose work spanned seven decades, died Monday, December 22, at her home in Milwaukee. She was 86. Hawkins, affectionately … [Read more...]
County Executive David Crowley Hosts Roundtable on Impact of Opioid Settlement Funds
By Karen Stokes Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson-Bovell hosted a roundtable discussion at Safe & Sound with community-based organizations … [Read more...]
More Than Camping and Cookies, Girl Scouts Address Real Issues Facing Wisconsin Girls
By Karen Stokes Girl Scouts have evolved more than ever before. As girls' needs today have changed, the Girl Scouts of Southeastern Wisconsin are doing their part to address them. This year, the … [Read more...]
Families Struggle as SNAP Funds Run Dry Amid Nation’s Longest Government Shutdown
By Karen Stokes Millions of families nationwide saw their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits run out this past weekend, leaving many families, including children, seniors, … [Read more...]
Common Threads for Cancer: Milwaukee Fashion Show Unites Community in the Fight Against Cancer
By Karen Stokes Inspired by a passion for fashion and compassion for people living with cancer, Nichole Muex, a plus-size model for over 12 years, is creating an unforgettable event that brings … [Read more...]
MPS and M³ Team Up to Kick Off FAFSA Application Season
By Karen Stokes Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) and M³ partners — Milwaukee Area Technical College and the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee — held a news conference at Washington High School of … [Read more...]
New Solar Installation at Coggs Building Advances County Climate Plan
By Karen Stokes Milwaukee County leaders showcased a new clean energy project Friday with the unveiling of rooftop solar panels at the Marcia P.Coggs Health and Human Services Building. County … [Read more...]
Sickle Cell Awareness Month Highlights Patient Struggles and Research Breakthroughs
By Karen Stokes September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month, and James Griffin has experienced firsthand the challenges of living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). Diagnosed at age 2, Griffin endured … [Read more...]
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