By Gloria Browne-Marshall Sex trafficking takes place in Milwaukee and Mumbai. Girls, women, and even boys are kidnapped, coerced, or seduced into prostitution. Grown men rape them. Drug them. … [Read more...]
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Cookies and dessert bring out the voices of aging seniors
Provided by the Milwaukee County Department on Aging How is it possible that cookies and dessert could have a direct and positive impact on the health, wellness and independence for Milwaukee … [Read more...]
Launch of website targets the health African American men
Local leaders joined Eric Von and Faithe Colas last week at a reception launching the couple’s website, ‘Brain Brawn & Body’ that will focus on the health of African American men. Eric Von and … [Read more...]
Derek Williams inquest jury recommend that officers be charged
By Cassandra Lans Finally, the family and friends of Derek Williams were able to breathe a sigh of relief, as the jury's decision was read in court around 1:15 pm Thursday afternoon. The jury … [Read more...]
Black History Events
Tony Finlayson local drum artists joined other area artists last week at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society Museum during its Black History programs. Here Finlayson shares some of his drum skills … [Read more...]
Power of Zero Traffic Safety Campaign launches
Engaging multicultural drivers in Milwaukee County The Wisconsin Department of Transportaion (WisDOT) has launched a new safe driving campaign in Milwaukee County to educate members of the … [Read more...]
Workforce Investment Board releases Five Year Report
Demonstrating shift has led to greater employer participation, more people served and more partners This week, the Milwaukee Area Workforce Investment Board (MAWIB) released the organization’s … [Read more...]
Milwaukee celebrates King Holiday
Marcus Center Program. (Photo by Pat A. Robinson) The annual unveiling of a U.S. Postal Commemorative Stamp at the Marcus Center’s Annual King Program on Jan. 20. (Photo by Pat A. Robinson) The … [Read more...]
Opposition to slashing Milwaukee County Board grows
Community calls on leaders to focus on real issues By Lynda Jones Opposition is growing against the plan to slash the pay, budget and ultimately the control of the Milwaukee County Board. Last … [Read more...]
New members of legislature weigh in on State of the State Address
MADISON – Following this weeks State of the State address, State Senator Nikiya Harris (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: In Governor Walker’s state of the state address, he … [Read more...]
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