On a usual work day, this group of engineers is working hard at Johnson Controls to design and refine the batteries that power hybrid cars and trucks. But they took an afternoon away from work to … [Read more...]
Troy Davis executed in Georgia despite protests
Compiled by Courier Staff Despite years of stays, appeals, protests and even a last minute apparent review of the case by the U.S. Supreme Court, the State of Georgia executed Troy Anthony … [Read more...]
PHOTO OF THE WEEK – Hilda and Willie Perkins celebrate 60th Wedding Anniversary
PHOTO OF THE WEEK Pictured above are Hilda and Willie Perkins, founders of Mr. Perkins Restaurant, located at 2001 W. Atkinson Ave., a staple in Milwaukee’s African American community since 1969. … [Read more...]
Strong Baby campaign highlights Infant Mortality Month
By Mayor Tom Barrett Five babies were chosen from the hundreds entered by proud parents from all economic backgrounds, representing every ethnic group in our great city. It was a tough job, … [Read more...]
Youth access to tobacco products in the City of Milwaukee on the rise
The Wisconsin African American Tobacco Prevention Network and the City of Milwaukee Tobacco-Free Alliance joined forces with the community to conduct compliance checks across five police … [Read more...]
Milwaukee residents come together to defeat lung cancer
Second Annual Free to Breathe® 5K Run and 2 Mile Walk October 8 WHAT: Register today for the Milwaukee Free to Breathe® 5K Run and 2 Mile Walk, a fun event for the entire family that brings the … [Read more...]
Top African American seniors invited for third year to honors reception
Milwaukee students for the third year since 2009 have been invited to participate in the Fifth Annual 100 Black Men Honors Student Reception in Chicago. This is additionally the second consecutive … [Read more...]
Central City Neighborhood celebrates 11th Annual Harvest Day
Residents and friends gather again to celebrate abundance in their neighborhoods and the greater Milwaukee community at Harvest Day. Harvest Day 2011 will be held on Saturday, October 1st from … [Read more...]
Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinics available to public
The Centers for Disease Control say that as many 49,000 Americans die from the flu each year. Many of those deaths could be prevented with an annual flu vaccine. Each vaccine helps to protect the … [Read more...]
Cream City Medical Society awards scholarships
Cream City Medical Society is a chartered member of the National Medical Association, is an 82 year old institution representing African American doctors of every health discipline including medicine, … [Read more...]
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