By Mrinal Gokhale “Climate Change is Real” and “Your House is on Fire” were just some phrases displayed on signs held by children as young as six on a chilly afternoon at Zeidler Park, 301 W. … [Read more...]
Milwaukee DNC Panel Talks Underserved Communities and Capital Access
By Mrinal Gokhale Obtaining funds to start a business is difficult for many, so how do underrepresented communities navigate the challenge? This question was discussed during the “Access to … [Read more...]
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“This Right Here”
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor Zimmerman’s Twisted Dance With Justice You may not know the name of them, but if you use social media, you have definitely seen a “GIF”. In … [Read more...]
Why Employment is Unfairly Low for African Americans
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz The wage gap is a well-known topic that spans genders and ethnicities, but its not the only thing. Employment rates for African Americans are low, especially when compared to … [Read more...]
American Red Cross and Milwaukee Recreation Partner to Create ‘Ecosystem of Water Safety’ with Centennial Campaign
By Dylan Deprey Although beach days are out of the question during Wisconsin winters, hotel pool parties and indoor waterparks keep kids busy during the lull. Whether it’s splashing in the … [Read more...]
Family Health History Matters Considering the Future of Your Health
By Karen Stokes Gwen Washington, a former Milwaukee Public School educator, believes in staying healthy. She faithfully attends her annual physicals and she’s been in good health. Recently, her … [Read more...]
Four Community Leaders Receive Greater Together Awards from GMF
The Greater Milwaukee Foundation has recognized four leaders whose exceptional contributions in time, talent and treasure are making the community a better place to live. Judge Derek C. Mosley, Lynnea … [Read more...]
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Thanks and Mourning: Can You Do Both?
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor It’s amazing what we didn’t learn in school, how history can be revised, and how omissions can change the way we remember a story. I recall … [Read more...]
Rep. LaKeshia Myers Is Ready For her Second Year in Office
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Rep. LaKeshia Myers (D-Milwaukee) recently finished her first year as state representative for Assembly District 12. As a freshman legislator, Myers entered the assembly … [Read more...]
MCTS Remembers Rosa Parks’ Legacy with a Rose and an Open Seat on Every Bus
By Dylan Deprey “At the time I was arrested, I had no idea it would turn into this. It was just a day like any other day. The only thing that made it significant was that the masses of the people … [Read more...]
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