Compiled by Courier Staff Thousands of protesters made the trip to Madison this week to make their voices heard regarding Governor Scott Walker’s proposed budget bill. At a time when most folks are … [Read more...]
Honor Black History, vote on February 15, 2011
By Lynda L. Jones, Editor Milwaukee County will be holding primary elections on Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2011. Voting during this period is essential for the African American community especially. In the … [Read more...]
Moore addresses Voter ID on anniversary of 15th Amendment
Compiled by Courier Staff On Thursday, Feb. 3, 2011 Congresswoman Gwen Moore was joined by elected officials and community leaders at a press conference held at her Milwaukee office addressing … [Read more...]
Legislators and candidates weigh in on Pratt appointment
Complied by Courier Staff On Tuesday, Jan. 25 acting County Executive Lee Holloway appointed former acting Mayor of Milwaukee Marvin Pratt as interim county executive until after the April 5 … [Read more...]
Milwaukee honors legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
By Lynda Jones, Editor Here in Milwaukee we are fortunate enough to be in a position to demonstrate our gratitude for the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through many local events that … [Read more...]
GOP makes Voter ID a priority, not jobs
Compiled by Courier Staff On the national political scene, Republicans have their sights on repealing the healthcare bill. Here in Wisconsin, that same proposal has been discussed as well with the … [Read more...]
Disparity Study results released
Immediate next steps identified From the office of Mayor Tom Barrett The City of Milwaukee Emerging Business Enterprise Program recently released the results of its Disparity Study. The study was … [Read more...]
Moving ahead in 2011
It’s hard to believe that one year is already being left behind, and another is here. For everyday Americans, 2010 had many challenges. For African Americas those same challenges were in many cases … [Read more...]
Moore’s work on domestic violence becomes law
Washington, DC –U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-Milwaukee) was on hand at the White House this week as President Barack Obama signed a modified version of her legislation – the Family Violence and … [Read more...]
Walker rail decision robs state of future, Coggs says
“A monumental blunder” MADISON – Sen. Spencer Coggs said last week that Gov.-elect Scott Walker’s short-sighted decision to reject federal funding for a high-speed rail line between Milwaukee and … [Read more...]
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