Andre Lee Ellis
Andre Lee Ellis is a community organizer and proprietor of the Andre Lee Ellis Theatre Company.
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500 Black Tuxedos
Upscale event connects teens with role models and a world they mightn't otherwise see.
Dec 11th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Automated Technology Targets Reckless Drivers
Rep. Crowley’s bill creates pilot program in city, supported by 11 council members.
Oct 21st, 2017 by Elliot Hughes
North Side Leaders Plead for Safe Driving
Reckless driving is plaguing the North Side, community leaders say.
Oct 16th, 2017 by Elliot Hughes
Inner City Community Garden Expands
“We Got This” youth group acquires Borchert Field lots, will add fruit trees.
Aug 8th, 2017 by Andrea Waxman
Bronzeville Week continues with wide range of events
News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs
Aug 7th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Still Fighting for Equality
A new generation of black leaders faces economic, educational inequities.
Jul 25th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Men’s Group Takes on Sex Trafficking
Raising awareness of problem at local barber shops.
Jul 6th, 2017 by Andrea Waxman
“Garden of Hope” for Youths in Detention
Andre Lee Ellis mentoring program creates new effort at county detention center.
Jun 29th, 2017 by Andrea Waxman
Community enhancement one block, one area at a time
Event on Monday to announce blight removal effort at 9th and Ring
Jun 25th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
“We Got This” work initiative starts its 2017 session Saturday
This will be the fourth year of the work initiative.
Jun 9th, 2017 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Do Non-Profits Need New Approach?
Experts jab local non-profits; they keep growing, but so does poverty.
May 2nd, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
250 Mentors For Black Youths
Annual “We Got This” event pairs African American men and boys, all tuxedo-clad.
Dec 22nd, 2016 by Andrea Waxman
More Than Downtown Development Needed
City leaders at economic summit say more development must occur in neighborhoods.
Nov 3rd, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
300+ Strong Amplifies Black Voices
Black community leaders pay tribute to Eric Von, challenge youth to “pick up the baton.”
Sep 22nd, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
“We Got This” enters third summer of mentorship
News release from Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs
Jul 8th, 2016 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Contribution to Milele A. Coggs of $20
February 13, 2016 - View Report
2016 State of the City
Hmong American Peace Academy - February 8, 2016
Feb 8th, 2016 by Mayor Tom Barrett
500 Black Tuxedos On the Town
Hundreds of super sharp young men and mentors donned tuxes for a day of activities.
Dec 15th, 2015 by Sue Vliet
Garfield Avenue Festival
Festival packs the street with blues and barbecue and beer. Our photos capture the easy-going vibe.
Jul 23rd, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
The Faces of Juneteenth Day
Milwaukee's celebration of the end of slavery is one of the nation's oldest. Urban Milwaukee was there to capture all the action in photographs.
Jun 24th, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
“We got this” work initiative starts 2015 run Saturday
Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs is reminding the community that the “We got this” work and mentoring initiative for boys ages 12 to 16 gets underway tomorrow (Saturday, June 13) at 8 a.m. at N. 9th St. and W. Ring.
Jun 12th, 2015 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Alderwoman Coggs invites residents to “Heal the Hood”
2:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 26, 2013
May 21st, 2013 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Alderwoman Coggs Names 6th District Difference Makers Winners
At a town hall meeting Wednesday night, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs announced the winners of the 2012 6th District Difference Makers awards.
Feb 1st, 2013 by Ald. Milele Coggs
12 Days of Christmas effort to help needy children and families
Giving initiative will include Thursday launch event
Dec 12th, 2012 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Garfield Avenue Festival comes to Bronzeville Saturday
The free festival brings neighbors together to celebrate with plentiful music and entertainment, food, prizes, games and children’s activities.
Jul 20th, 2012 by Ald. Milele Coggs
