By Joseph Spence Milwaukee’s dynamic poet, articulate writer, and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee scholar hosted Milwaukee’s 1st Annual HYPERPOEM Banquet on July 24th at TerriLynn’s Soul Food Restaurant, Milwaukee. The event aimed to recognize and celebrate poetry and service to America. It was well attended, and the attendees and their guests were cheerful. We had a blast. The food was […]
Vice President Harris’s Entry Into the Presidential Race Signals a Game Changer
By Karen Stokes The energy was palpable as approximately 3,000 supporters gathered for Vice President Kamala Harris’ inaugural rally of her presidential campaign, some traveling from as far as Iowa to witness this historic event at West Allis Central High School. “Kamala is the candidate that Americans have been waiting for,” said Milwaukee resident and […]
Vice President Kamala Harris’ Inaugural Rally of her Presidential Campaign Photo Gallery
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Sen. Tammy Baldwin Hosts Roundtable to Collaborate with Milwaukee Youth
By Alexis Reyes On Monday, July 15th, Senator Tammy Baldwin hosted a roundtable event in collaboration with the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center and Senator Cory Booker. The roundtable, moderated by Chad Tessmer, the Executive Director of the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, consisted of high school students involved in the variety of programs offered by the […]
Congressman James Clyburn meets with Milwaukee Civil Rights Activists
By Karen Stokes Congressman James Clyburn visited Milwaukee on Monday, where he met with local leaders and activists at the Milwaukee Civil Rights Community Meet and Greet, held at the African American Women’s Center, to talk about the importance of the 2024 election. In an approximately 30-minute speech, Clyburn displayed humor, wisdom,and experience, and reflected […]
Eric Hovde Remains Out of Touch with Voters
By Karen Stokes Republican Senate candidate Eric Hovde struggles to connect with Wisconsin voters in his race against incumbent Senator Tammy Baldwin. His negative remarks on overweight individuals, the viral clip of him flubbing the Pledge of Allegiance, and his cruel comments about older voters in nursing homes highlight his disconnect with voters. His 2012 […]
Three-Day Program Promises Only Good News
One of the largest organizations of global organizers will once again draw thousands to Janesville What: “Declare the Good News!” 2024 convention series presented by Jehovah’s Witnesses. When: July 5-7, July 12-14, July 19-21, July 26-28, Aug. 2-4 and Aug. 9-11 Where: Assembly Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 207 S. Wright Road, Janesville, WI. Parking is […]
Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren Travels to Wisconsin on the Anniversary of the Dobbs Decision
By Karen Stokes On the second anniversary of the Supreme Court decision Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, Senator Elizabeth Warren, Lt Governor Sara Rodriguez, State Senator LaTonya Johnson, and Amanda Zurawski, gathered for a town hall discussion in Milwaukee to mobilize Wisconsin voters. Reminding those in attendance that the road to the White House […]
Milky Way Tech Hub Workshop Series to Educate and Accelerate Community Engagement in AI
By Karen Stokes The Milky Way Tech Hub held a workshop series in June that trains students in applying artificial intelligence (AI) in education. These workshops aim to educate and empower people of color, fostering a more inclusive and forward-thinking culture prepared for the future of education in Milwaukee. These workshops cover AI fundamentals and […]
Clinton Rose Senior Center has a new Blood Pressure Program to Help Older Adults Take Control of Their Heart Health
By Karen Stokes Participants at the Clinton Rose Senior Center now have access to a blood pressure screen and refer hub, thanks to a collaboration between the Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services Area Agency on Aging, Serving Older Adults of Southeast Wisconsin, Inc., and the American Heart Association. The new program officially […]