Remembering Wisconsin’s Cold War History Posted on November 24, 2023November 24, 2023 by Colton Pemble To many, Wisconsin may seem very removed from the Cold War, but the state is filled with history and memories from that era. Waukesha author Chris Sturdevant has been working to keep this history alive over the last two decades. Sturdevant, a Waukesha children’s librarian, serves as the Midwest chapter chairman for the Virginia-based Cold […]
Milwaukee Completes 5 Foreclosed Homes With $15 Million in COVID Money Posted on November 17, 2023November 17, 2023 by Erin O’Neill City of Milwaukee officials told the Joint Committee on Redevelopment of Abandoned and Foreclosed Homes that the city has completed rehabbing five homes, as of now, with $15 million of COVID relief money. The committee received the money in 2021. The meeting occurred in October 2023. The city is trying to renovate or demolish more […]
Remembering Activist Matthew Perry and Comfort Character Chandler Bing Posted on November 14, 2023December 21, 2023 by Elizabeth Lintonen Matthew Perry passed away this weekend at the age of 54. The American-Canadian actor is known primarily for his role as Chandler Bing on the famed sitcom ‘Friends,’ as well as his work with helping those plagued by addiction. His death has sparked memorials around the world to honor the late actor. The actor was […]
Milwaukee Social Media Networking Event Draws Influencers Posted on November 14, 2023March 13, 2024 by Juan Rodriguez-Mora Hashtag MKE is “Milwaukee’s premiere networking community for content creators and social media enthusiasts.” It began in 2017 by JMatt because it was difficult for people to look for locals working in the social media industry. In life, it is not what you know it is who you know. In events such as Hashtag MKE, […]
Palestine Supporters Rallied in Downtown Milwaukee to Show Solidarity Posted on November 13, 2023November 13, 2023 by Samantha Calderon A surprise Hamas attack on Oct. 7 surprised the rest of the world, but not Israelis and Palestinians. The attack occurred around 6:30 a.m. local time, and people were advised within minutes of anticipation to hide in their safe rooms. Hamas is an organization governing the Gaza Strip, a geographical location that is fought by […]
“Boo at the Zoo” Brings Fun and Excitement for Families in Milwaukee Posted on October 17, 2023December 4, 2023 by Troy Johnson Looking for something fun and exciting to do with your kids? The Milwaukee County Zoo is holding its annual yearly event, Boo at the Zoo, from Thursday October 19th to Sunday October 22nd this year. Troy Johnson was there and he has more details.
Advancing Reproductive Justice Through Storytelling Posted on May 21, 2023May 21, 2023 by Sian de Beer The Power of Stories in Advancing Reproductive Justice event took on Monday, April 24 at the Lubar Entrepreneurship Center at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, which featured a community panel that discussed and reflected on how story telling is a tool for reproductive justice work. According to the pamphlet handed out at the event, the two […]
UW-Milwaukee’s Battle Against the Opioid Crisis Posted on May 21, 2023May 21, 2023 by Sian de Beer The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee sent out an email to students regarding an increase in overdose deaths due to fentanyl in the Milwaukee community, according to the update, since last week Saturday at least 18 people have died of suspected drug overdoses. Two students, Logan Rachwal and Cade Reddington who were both freshmen, passed away in […]
FPC Discusses Protocols for The Release of Milwaukee Officers’ Body Camera Footage Posted on May 21, 2023May 21, 2023 by Cameron Knoll The Milwaukee Police and Fire Commission discussed possibilities for a change in policy when releasing officer body camera footage after critical incidents during a public meeting on Thursday. Before the meeting began, grieving mothers and protesters from the Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression rallied in front of Milwaukee City Hall in support of […]
Craft Beer Expansion Takes Wisconsin Posted on May 20, 2023December 28, 2023 by Joshua Groninger With summer approaching, it’s always nice to find something cold to drink. In recent years, craft beer has become more popular across the country and it is no different in Wisconsin. There are many local craft breweries and they continue to expand production and innovate. Joshua Groninger has the story.
Grieving Mothers Pack Fire and Police Commission City Meeting Over New Police Body Cam Footage Release Bill Posted on May 14, 2023May 14, 2023 by Jackson Minshall In the City Hall public hearing room the night of April 20, the powerful words of grieving mothers were caught in the thick, humid air, leaving the room so quiet that you could hear their tears strike the public comment table. “If it was your child that was killed, wouldn’t you want answers?” said Jacqueline […]
Students for a Democratic Society Hold Protest over Former U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan Visiting UW-Milwaukee Campus Posted on May 10, 2023May 10, 2023 by Juan Escutia-Arreola While former Republican Speaker of the House Paul Ryan spoke to an audience of students, faculty and community members at UW-Milwaukee’s Ballroom Thursday night, noise could be heard outside the Student Union where the UWM Distinguished Lecture Series discussion was taking place. The student organization – Students for a Democratic Society – held a scheduled […]