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Celebrate Juneteenth at Milwaukee’s Annual Celebration
Plus: Summer Soulstice is back, Eagle Park celebrates its fifth anniversary, and much more.
Jun 16th, 2022 by Michael Holloway
Milwaukee to Celebrate Independence Day in 2022
Tradition of City Celebrations to Continue with Community Activities
May 19th, 2022 by City of Milwaukee Department of City Development
WPR’s Dr. Jonathan Øverby Inducted Into Folk Alliance International Folk DJ Hall of Fame
May 19th, 2022 by Wisconsin Public Radio
High School Advanced Placement Struggles With Race, Diversity
Milwaukee school offers AP course in African American studies.
Apr 11th, 2022 by Terry Falk
Earnell Lucas Statement On Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Lucas pledges to adhere to Dr. King’s legacy
Jan 17th, 2022 by Earnell Lucas
WisDems Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Jan 17th, 2022 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
City of Milwaukee Weekly COVID-19 Update
The disease burden in the City of Milwaukee this week is 593.2 new positive COVID-19 cases per 100,000 people over seven days and remains in the “extreme transmission” category.
Jan 14th, 2022 by City of Milwaukee Health Department
Special Programs to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Wisconsin Public Radio
Jan 11th, 2022 by Wisconsin Public Radio
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. street renaming ceremony set for Monday, January 17
Dec 29th, 2021 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Common Council approves of ARPA funding for MLK Library development
Oct 22nd, 2021 by Ald. Milele Coggs
The Fight Against Voter Suppression
How the right to vote is being attacked and what you can do to fight it.
Sep 12th, 2021 by Paru Shah
Could Guaranteed Income Close Racial Wealth Gap?
Wisconsin cities, including Milwaukee, are participating in guaranteed income pilot program.
Aug 19th, 2021 by Harrison Freuck and Zhen Wang
Community invited to enjoy 50th annual Juneteenth festivities
May 27th, 2021 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Reuben Harpole Found His Purpose
One of Milwaukee's most connected residents talks about his life and community.
May 13th, 2021 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Sen. Larson Statement on outcome of Derek Chauvin trial
Apr 20th, 2021 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Continuing King Drive is continuing the work of Dr. King
Statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs January 22, 2021
Jan 22nd, 2021 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Council Proposing To Rename Old World Third Street To MLK Drive
Extending Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. would correct an "injustice."
Jan 22nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Republicans Remake Martin Luther King
In their version he’s a raceless moderate sent to forgive white people.
Jan 18th, 2021 by Jarvis DeBerry
Black History and the Trump Uprising
UWM professor traces the roots of a mob storming the Capitol with Confederate flags.
Jan 18th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Wisconsin National Guard continues COVID-19 testing throughout the state
Jan 18th, 2021 by Wisconsin National Guard Public Affairs
Statement from Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Keith P. Posley
Superintendent Posley addressed MLK Day celebration throughout the district
Jan 18th, 2021 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Rep. Stubbs is Keynote Speaker for YWCA Rock County Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration
Jan 16th, 2021 by State Rep. Shelia Stubbs
Meet the Martin Luther King Essay Winners
Stirring words from young people in grades 2 through 12.
Jan 16th, 2021 by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Virtual Discussion of MLK Boulevards Around the Country
Plus, an event celebrating the legacy of MLK, a winter beer garden and Florentine Opera performances.
Jan 14th, 2021 by Michael Holloway
Trump, Ron Johnson Stained With Dishonor
Republican Liz Cheney says Trump 'formed the mob, incited the mob, lit the flame.'
Jan 11th, 2021 by Bill Kaplan
Aggressive Police Escalate Violence at Protests?
Research shows this, experts say. Former Madison police chief calls on cops to ditch riot gear and tear gas.
Dec 10th, 2020 by Clara Neupert
A Forest in a City
Havenwoods State Forest is an overlooked gem, with six miles of trails.
Nov 2nd, 2020 by Cari Taylor-Carlson
40 Years Helping Ex-Cons Rejoin Society
Milwaukee's trailblazing group Project RETURN celebrates its 40th anniversary.
Oct 27th, 2020 by Michael Horne
The African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin Raises $1 Million for the Legacy Campaign
A Donation from American Family Completes the Campaign
Oct 26th, 2020 by African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin
Statement from Mayor Dennis McBride
October 7, 2020
Oct 7th, 2020 by Wauwatosa Mayor Dennis McBride
Palzewicz Goes Progressive in Deep Red District
Democrat opposing Fitzgerald in 5th Congressional District backs guaranteed annual income.
Oct 7th, 2020 by Henry Redman
No Early Voting at Miller Park, Fiserv Forum
City fears legal challenges of sites not approved at June emergency meeting.
Oct 6th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Why Unions Matter More Than Ever
All unions need to reexamine their role in this time of racial reckoning.
Sep 7th, 2020 by John Drew
Miller Park, Fiserv Forum Will Be Early Voting Sites
Pro sports facilities will serve as two of the city's 18 early voting sites.
Aug 31st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Will Kenosha Unrest Help Trump Win State?
His planned visit to Kenosha seeks to make urban unrest the key issue of campaign.
Aug 31st, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Frank Nitty Leads March from Milwaukee to Washington D.C.
750-mile march ends with Nitty speaking at rally on steps of Lincoln Memorial in front of thousands. Blake, Acevedo, Hamilton families also present.
Aug 29th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Winner of scholarship contest expresses importance of eliminating barriers to freedom
Aug 25th, 2020 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Father Says Jacob Blake Is Paralyzed
He has "eight holes" in his body. "What justified these shots?"
Aug 25th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Registration now open for Bronzeville Week drive-in movie night
Aug 6th, 2020 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Biden’s Recovery Plan Supports Communities of Color
His plan includes investments in housing, child care, jobs and small business.
Jul 31st, 2020 by County Executive David Crowley
The Summer of Glenn Grothman
Wisconsin representative’s latest brainstorm: suggesting anti-vaccine conspiracy theorist speak to Congress.
Jul 28th, 2020 by Henry Redman
Remembering John Lewis
Joint statement from Alderman Cavalier Johnson, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderman Mark A. Borkowski, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderman Nik Kovac, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, and Alderman Khalif J. Rainey July 20, 2020
Jul 20th, 2020 by Milwaukee Common Council
Public Works Committee to take up park renaming for late Council member
Jul 14th, 2020 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Support for Black-Owned Businesses Rising?
Studies show Black owners disproportionately hurt by pandemic.
Jul 11th, 2020 by Megan Hart
State’s Police Forces Have Military Arsenals
Including 42 mine resistant vehicles, 2,300 semi-automatic rifles, dozens of night vision tools.
Jun 24th, 2020 by Henry Redman
If Not Now, When?
Never has America been more poised for change. Do more. Say more. Keep the pressure on.
Jun 23rd, 2020 by George Hinton
Marquette professor of English receives Way Klingler Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award
Jun 16th, 2020 by Marquette University
Bronzeville Week capped off tomorrow with Art Walk featuring local artists
The Art Walk takes place from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Aug 8th, 2014 by Ald. Milele Coggs
