"The fast-food workers are fighting for all of us,” said Mary Kay Henry, president of SEIU. “SEIU members, like all service sector workers, are worse off when large fast-food and retail companies are … [Read more...]
USPS reveals 1963 March on Washington Limited-Edition Forever Stamp
Special to the NNPA from Our Weekly Equality has a stamp of its own now as the United States Postal Service (USPS) introduced the 1963 March on Washington limited-edition forever stamp to … [Read more...]
A free family health expo was held at Parklawn Assembly of God
A free family health expo sponsored by the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association was held on Friday, Aug. 23 at Parklawn Assembly of God. As pictured above there were blood … [Read more...]
Black Bikers’ Jam held during the 110th Harley Davidson Anniversary Celebration
Hollywood film director F. Gary Gray joined fellow Harley Davidson bike enthusiasts at the Black Bikers’ Jam held last week during the 110th Harley Davidson Anniversary Celebration. The Jam was held … [Read more...]
Rev. Dr. James White passes at age 51
Rev. Dr. James G. White, a former Milwaukee County Supervisor died last week on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2013 at the age of 51 suddenly. The cause of death has not been released. As the shock of White’s … [Read more...]
United Way announces $52.5 million fundraising goal
Greater Milwaukee announced a goal to raise $52.5 million during its Community Campaign kickoff Tuesday at the BMO Harris Pavilion on the Summerfest grounds. The goal is $1 million over the 2012 … [Read more...]
Barrett invited to White House to discuss youth violence
Chief Flynn joined Barrett for second round of Washington meetings By Lynda L. Jones, Editor This week, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett joined 17 other mayors from across the U.S. at the … [Read more...]
Milwaukee kicked off its celebration of the March on Washington
Milwaukee kicked off its celebration of the March on Washington Anniversary on Saturday, Aug. 24th with its own march along Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive in Milwaukee. Pictured in front leading … [Read more...]
Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity and Hunger Task Force revving up for Harley-Davidson Celebration
The 110th Anniversary Celebration of Harley-Davidson is roaring around the corner, and Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity and Hunger Task Force are ready to greet the 130,000 riders at the gate. From … [Read more...]
Black Excellence in Law: Florida teen the youngest ever to pass UK Bar exam
Young, Gifted & Black Series By Taki S. Raton This American teenager according to multiple accounts has become the youngest person in more than 600 years to become a qualified lawyer both … [Read more...]
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