By Christopher J. Miller Sr. Director of Education & Community Engagement, National Underground Railroad Freedom Center September is International Underground Railroad Month. This proclamation began in the State of Maryland in 2019, and now more than 11 States officially celebrate one of the most significant eras in U.S. history. With the signing of Ohio HB […]
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Just 24 Words
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor Just 24 words. Say it with me….24 words. “Equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any state on account of sex.” The words are from a portion of the Equal Rights Protection clause of the Fourteenth Amendment. […]
Wisconsin Legislature Passes SB 110 to Extend Postpartum Health Coverage for New Mothers and Infants
By Karen Stokes The Wisconsin Legislature has taken a positive step forward to safeguard the well-being of new mothers and their infants. The passage of SB 110, will extend health care coverage from 60 days to 12 months for postpartum mothers. The bill passed the Senate with a 32-1 vote Monday afternoon. The bill now […]
Wisconsin’s Black infants have some of the country’s highest mortality rates. These solutions could help.
Addressing societal factors — including stress caused by poverty and racism and lack of access to health care — could improve pregnancy outcomes, research shows. by Jane Houseal Wisconsin Watch and Drake White-Bergey Wisconsin Watch Wisconsin Watch is a nonprofit, nonpartisan newsroom. Subscribe to our newsletters for original stories and our Friday news roundup. This story is part […]
Young Chef Pursues Culinary Dreams
By Karen Stokes “You’re never too young to follow your dreams,” these wise words came from 11-year-old Ra’quell Boyd, a student at St. Marcus North Campus, who is also known as Chef Kisses. Chef Kisses’ proves that age is not a barrier to her dream of cooking professionally. She was inspired by watching her parents […]
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Vel Phillips Poised to Make History Again
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor As a State Senator, I have had the chance to meet many amazing people. I’ve also been privileged to travel, rub elbows, and discuss the big issues of the day, with leaders from around the country and globe. Yet, I have met few people who inspired me more, […]
Milwaukee American Heart Association Gearing up for Annual Heart and Stroke Walk
MILWAUKEE, WI— The Milwaukee lakefront again will be on full display for the American Heart Association’s annual Heart and Stroke Walk on Saturday, Sept. 23. Walkers will begin their route around Veterans Park, 1300 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, a little after 10 a.m. The village will open at 9 a.m. “The entire Heart Walk team […]
Impeach Justice Janet Protasiewicz? Here’s what’s missing from debate
Recent talk of impeaching a Wisconsin Supreme Court justice has ignored the actual process of removal for an ethics violation, which requires a two-thirds Assembly vote. by Matthew DeFour Wisconsin Watch and Jack Kelly Wisconsin Watch Wisconsin Republican leaders have fueled speculation in recent weeks that they could impeach new liberal Supreme Court Justice Janet […]
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Eliminating Excuses
BlackEconomics.org® After demoralizing and unforgiveable losses, football enthusiasts often hear coaches and players say: “We make no excuses, but…” When these words roll off their lips, we say: “Stop! Make no excuses! Accept defeat! Move on!” Now translate that scenario to our everyday lives, and then project it into the future. We can do nothing […]
Insights Into Detection, Risk Factors, and Prevention of Atrial Fibrillation
By Karen Stokes September marks National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month. Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) is a quivering or irregular heartbeat that can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure and other heart-related complications. It is estimated that currently up to 6 million Americans experience Afib. Which in the general population works out to about 2 percent. […]
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