By Nyesha Stone When it comes to sexual assault, the victim’s choice of clothing is often criticized when in reality the reason for the assault goes far beyond something as simple as an outfit. Often, individuals—mainly women and girls—are constantly made to be aware of their clothing choices if their choices indicate “asking for it.” […]
BHD Youth Social Worker Martin Earl Wins Milwaukee Marathon
By Nyesha Stone Winning doesn’t just happen, it takes perseverance, determination and strength. These factors went helped Martin Erl, a social worker for the Behavioral Health Division Youth, the 2019 Milwaukee Marathon, which was sponsored by the Milwaukee Bucks. It’s been two weeks since Erl took first in the marathon and said the feeling of […]
Milwaukee DNC Holds First Forum: How Milwaukee Business Get Involved
By Nyesha Stone Clearly, Milwaukee is on the come up, at least downtown/east side is. And, with the National Democratic Convention 2020 coming here, which will bring around 50,000 additional people to Milwaukee, the DNC committee said their goal is to work with as many local and minority businesses as possible. Last week Friday, April […]
St. Joseph’s Celebrates the Opening of WIC Office Through Partnership with the Health Department
By Nyesha Stone Ascension St. Joseph’s has been a pillar in the city for years, and according to Mayor Tom Barrett, it also services the largest population of Milwaukee residents on Medicaid. St. Joseph’s goal is to be the one-stop-shop hospital; recently it cut the ribbon on the new Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) office, […]
Wisconsin Granted Permission to Withdraw from Affordable Care Act Lawsuit
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz Earlier this week, Wisconsin found out that its request to be dismissed from the lawsuit, Texas v. United States, was granted. The case, which includes multiple states, is a lawsuit that aims to end the Affordable Care Act. According to the law firm, Sheppard Mullin, Texas is arguing that Patient Protection and […]
Milwaukee County Leaders Proclaim Racism is a Public Health Crisis
By Urban Media News During National Public Health Week, County Executive Abele and County Board Vice Chairwoman Nicholson proclaim that racism is a public health crisis in Milwaukee County. Following the lead of the Wisconsin Public Health Association, this important recognition is the first step that will help us deepen our ability to achieve racial […]
Mayor Barrett is Preparing Milwaukee for the 2020 Census
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz The 2020 Census is fast approaching. In preparation, Mayor Tom Barrett is urging Milwaukeeans to participate, with the hope that their efforts will help Wisconsin in the long run. “It has always been a priority for me to make sure everyone in Milwaukee matters, everyone counts,” said Barrett in a press release. […]
Former Alderman McGee Gives Update on Lawsuit Against the City of Milwaukee
By Nyesha Stone Earlier this week, former Alderman Mike McGee Jr. and his attorney, William Sultan of GCW Lawyers, met at Hemp World Café, at 2225 N. Humboldt Ave. While there, they gave an update on McGee’s lawsuit case during a press conference. About two years ago, McGee was “attacked” by the city of Milwaukee […]
Local Students and Adults Strut to Stop Human Trafficking
By Mrinal Gokhale The City of Milwaukee and Medical College of Wisconsin released a report earlier this year that cites Milwaukee is a major sex trafficking hub in the country. Tamika Lewis became a victim of sex trafficking when she was 16-years-old, for a total of 17 years. She recalls making a prayer after getting […]
Greater Milwaukee Foundation and Medical College of Wisconsin Announce Joint Vision for the Milwaukee Community
By Nyesha Stone Greater Milwaukee Foundation (GMF) and Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) have come together to create a safe place for the community to reside in. Through their partnership they’ve created a joint vision: “a Milwaukee that is equitable, healthy and thriving for all.” This previous Tuesday, March 26, they announced their joint vision […]
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