By Ana Martinez-Ortiz It’s a well-known fact that Milwaukee is often referred to as “the good land.” The name itself originated from the Native American tribes who originally lived here and who … [Read more...]
NASA Names Headquarters After first Black Female Engineer at NASA
This story was originally published on blackengineer.com NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine announced Wednesday the agency’s headquarters building in Washington, D.C., will be named after Mary … [Read more...]
Stacey Abrams On Wisconsin, Voting and The Future of America
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz As a child, Stacey Abrams’ parents used to take her and her siblings to the voting booth whenever it was an election day. It was one of her first introductions to civic … [Read more...]
Juneteenth Now a Permanent County Holiday
Amendment to Elevate “Black Freedom Day” to a Mandatory Day Off Adopted MILWAUKEE – The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a resolution making June 19 of every year, or “Juneteenth”, a holiday … [Read more...]
Community Medical Services Joins Take Back My Meds MKE Coalition
MILWAUKEE – Community Medical Services (CMS) has joined Take Back My Meds MKE. CMS provides outpatient medical services for those recovering from addiction, including Wisconsin’s first 24-hour Opioid … [Read more...]
Juneteenth Becomes a Holiday for County Employees
June 19 will be a floating holiday for Milwaukee County employees to honor and celebrate Black life and attend Juneteenth Day celebrations throughout Milwaukee. Milwaukee County Executive David … [Read more...]
‘I Need this Country to Be Better for My Children’: Milwaukee Mothers Rally for Racial Justice
Princess Safiya Byers – Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city … [Read more...]
Milwaukee Restaurant Brings Fish Fries to Seniors
By Hayley Crandall What started out as just an idea and an anonymous donation has taken on a life of its own, according to Chris Wiken, the general manager of the Packing House. For a few … [Read more...]
DACA Program To Remain After Supreme Court Ruling
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz History happens every day, but historical events aren’t as common. Thursday, June 18, will be remembered as a historical day, especially for those under the Deferred Action … [Read more...]
Milwaukee County on Pace to Surpass Overdose Record Again in 2020
By Edgar Mendez – Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city … [Read more...]
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