By Cassandra Lans Young people in Milwaukee organized a rally and march on Tuesday evening, July 12 to demonstrate unity against violence in the aftermath of the BP gas station mob looting and … [Read more...]
ACT Festival held in honor of the late Will Perkins, Jr.
On Saturday, July 9, 2011 city residents turned out for the ACT (Atkinson, Capitol, Teutonia) Festival, held in honor of the late Will Perkins, Jr. who owned Perkins Family Restaurant. The festival … [Read more...]
Disturbing reports of disorder
Statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs and Alderman Nik Kovac We are very concerned about the ransacking of the BP station at Humboldt and North, and the reported violent armed robberies and … [Read more...]
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Now that Voter ID Bill has passed, it’s time to mobilize
By Ald. Milele Coggs With the state Senate passage of the “Voter ID” bill last week, we have witnessed what I believe is a sad day in the history of Wisconsin. A state long known for its strong … [Read more...]
Velma L. Coggs: Her Story
By Ald. Milele Coggs On Monday, January 3, 2011, my mother, Velma L. Coggs, transitioned to eternal life. My extended family and I greatly appreciate the many wishes of condolences, messages … [Read more...]
Council approves Bronzeville single-family housing project
Ald. Milele Coggs praised the Common Council and the City of Milwaukee for a project that may not garner much mention in the news media, but which is vitally important to the 6th Aldermanic District … [Read more...]
African World Festival revived amidst applause and apologies
By Jacqualine S. Williams African World Festival made an impressive comeback last Sunday after recovering from financial difficulties and a violent incident that cast an uncertain cloud over … [Read more...]
Mrs. Thrya Edwards celebrates her 100th Birthday
Ald. Coggs challenges students to put freedom in writing
Freedom Scholarship Essay Contest enters third year Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs is pleased to open her now annual Freedom Scholarship Essay Contest to entrants for 2010. The deadline for the … [Read more...]
Milwaukee honored with Cultural Diversity Award
The City of Milwaukee has earned top prize in the National League of Cities’ City Cultural Diversity Awards. The award goes to cities recognized for implementing quality and innovative programs in … [Read more...]
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