When Joan Hurt told her parents about her plans to marry Henry, they cut her out of their lives. “[To say] they were horrified was an understatement,” Joan said. “They sold their house, moved to a different city, and I wasn’t able to speak to them for about five years.” The neighborhood where Joan grew […]
County Leaders Across Nation Urge Congress to Pass Build Back Better Plan
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz In 2019, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley announced his vision to make Milwaukee County the healthiest county in Wisconsin. This vision includes addressing Milwaukee’s disparities in health care, food security and more. But to achieve this goal, funding is required, and it could come in the form of federal support. County leaders […]
Protecting Yourself From Fraud
FINANCIAL LITERACY These steps can help protect your money and your information. How a simple email or text message could open you up to fraud. The pandemic has accelerated identity theft – and the impact on regular people is significant. In fact, Americans have lost more than $382 million to scams related to stimulus checks […]
On Health Care Reform, Don’t Miss the Forest for the Trees
By Earl D. Fowlkes, Jr Sometimes in Washington, lawmakers lose sight of the forest for the trees. That’s exactly what’s happening right now. Well-intentioned legislators are trying to make health care more affordable – by slashing prescription drug costs in the upcoming, filibuster-proof reconciliation bill. Virtually every American would agree that health care is exceedingly, […]
We Created This Monster, We Can Fix It
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor “Say her name, Breonna Taylor” has become a chant that is etched in my memory. It was the tragic death of this 26-year-old young woman that required the nation to further examine our use of no-knock warrants in policing. Like many, I was jolted by the news that […]
Lasry Leads in Fundraising, Up with Statewide Television
By Milwaukee Courier Staff The race for the Democratic primary nomination to run against Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson in 2022 continues to heat up. The leading Democratic challengers recently reported their latest fundraising totals: Milwaukee Bucks Executive Alex Lasry is leading with approximately $3.15 million raised to date, with $1.5 million cash on hand. […]
White House Prepares for Potential Approval of COVID-19 Vaccine For Kids Ages 5-11
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz The United States of America has seen a steady rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine since it was first administered earlier this year. According to the White House, 189 million Americans are fully vaccinated, and that number could soon increase. Earlier this week, the White House released its potential operational plan for vaccine […]
Washington Needs to Keep Promises, Protect Medicare Advantage Program
By Betty Speed For over 27 million seniors like me, Medicare Advantage is a partner not only in providing quality and affordable health care, but in helping us avoid every senior’s fear – that our health and financial security will keep us from enjoying our golden years. With overwhelming support among seniors, and a history […]
Diane Beckley Milner Selected To Lead Diversity, Equity And Inclusion Initiatives At Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter
The Alzheimer’s Association, Wisconsin Chapter is pleased to announce the appointment of Diane Beckley Milner of Milwaukee to a newly created role as Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. The selection was made after an intensive nationwide search process. Diane began her work with the chapter on Oct. 11. Her primary duties will be to […]
The Struggle to Decide Who We Are
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor This week has left me reeling. Story after story, socially and politically, locally and nationally, has challenged everything I have in me. As a legislator, attorney and former public defender, I have seen a lot. But this week…has been one gut punch after another. As a city, Milwaukee […]
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