By Ana Martinez-Ortiz What does it mean to be a hero? To be a hero is to have determination and spirit and grit, it’s the ability to lead the crowd through triumphs and losses and the … [Read more...]
Riverwest Hosts Solidarity Vigil for Charlottesville Victims
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Riverwest community members held a vigil last weekend to remember and honor the victims who were injured during the white nationalist protests in Charlottesville, VA. The … [Read more...]
Vigil Held For Za’layia Jenkins
On Sunday the community came together to stop the violence at 15th & Meinecke Ave for the 9 year old girl that was shot in cross fire one month ago. Photos by KiA … [Read more...]
Milwaukee residents attend vigil in memory of Sierra Guyton
By Arielle Vaccaro This past Monday, just before dusk, a group of community members stood in Clark Street School’s crowded playground. Attendees of all ages stood shoulder to shoulder. Some … [Read more...]
Sheriff Clarke spoke at the New Year’s Eve Candlelight Vigil for 2013 homicide victims
Sheriff Clarke spoke at the New Year’s Eve Candlelight Vigil for 2013 homicide victims near the candles that were lit for each victim. He is also shown with Congresswoman Gwen Moore with and Court … [Read more...]
Second Annual Commemorative Tribute Concert to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. announced
Free performance to feature the Milwaukee Chamber Orchestra and Bel Canto Chorus The Milwaukee Chamber Orchestra (MCO) and Bel Canto Chorus are pleased to announce the second annual free … [Read more...]
Milwaukee Lights a Candle for Change vigil for homicide victims held
Sheriff Clarke spoke to family and friends of victims of homicide in 2011 at a vigil on 12-30- 11, “Milwaukee Lights a Candle for Change.” It was hosted by the Tabernacle Community Baptist Church and … [Read more...]
Tribute To Alexis Patterson
May 3, 2011 marked the 9th anniversary of the disappearance of Alexis Patterson. The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office command staff gathered outside Hi-Mount Boulevard Community School for a … [Read more...]