By Lynda L. Jones County executive and gubernatorial candidate Scott Walker has failed to act regarding the controversy that has developed regarding the actions of at least two staffers … [Read more...]
Do you remember the U.N.I.A. and the Garveys?
The song goes “Do you remember old Marcus Garvey?” and for far too many of us the response is “no.” And yet this man—as well as two remarkable sisters, Amy Ashwood and Amy Jacques—played a critical … [Read more...]
Aldermen praise Mayor Barrett for continuing the fight for funding
Late Tuesday, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced its decision to reject Milwaukee County’s application for individual aid to residents whose homes were lost or severely damaged, … [Read more...]
All 7,500 Walgreens Stores offering flu shots daily during pharmacy and clinic hours
Walgreens (NYSE, NASDAQ: WAG), the nation’s largest retail provider of flu immunization services, today announced details of the most comprehensive flu shot program in the U.S. Walgreens is … [Read more...]
Trident and Smiles across America promotes healthy mouths for Milwaukee children
Trident and Smiles across America teamed up to help promote healthy mouths for Milwaukee children earlier this week. With the new partnership, Columbia St. Mary’s Smart Smiles Program will increase … [Read more...]
UWM Chancellor Santiago to resign effective Oct. 1
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (UWM) Chancellor Carlos E. Santiago plans to resign his position effective Oct. 1, 2010. He is slated to become the new chief executive officer for the Hispanic … [Read more...]
Neighborhood outdoor youth program offers summer relief for parents
When LaWanda Brooks-Barksdale received a cancer diagnosis that impeded her ability to work, she decided to do something special for her neighborhood, she formed an outdoor activity and learning center … [Read more...]
Secretary Bicha announces YoungStar training and technical support
By Lynda L. Jones Governor Jim Doyle has a reason to smile this week, as his vision on child care reform continues to move in the direction that he has hoped. The governor has spoken on many … [Read more...]
$10,000 reward offered for information on Playmakers robbery and homicide
A $10,000 reward is being offered for anyone with information for the arrest and conviction of those involved in the armed and masked robbery/homicide that occurred the evening of July 30, 2010 at … [Read more...]
Ieshuh Griffin, beyond the ‘censored’ five words
By Lynda L. Jones Ieshuh Griffin, an independent candidate for the Wisconsin State Assembly says that she plans to stay on course and concentrate on running for the 10th District seat despite … [Read more...]
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