The Milwaukee County War Memorial Center recognized National Vietnam War Veterans Day on March 29. Not only does it commemorate the sacrifices of Vietnam veterans, but also their families. It is part of a national effort to recognize the men and women who were denied a proper welcome upon returning home more than 40 years ago.
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Milwaukee residents gathered with community and religious leaders outside City Hall on March 18 to mourn the women killed during the mass shootings at several Atlanta-area spas, and demand an end to violence and hatred against Asian Americans. The “Standing Up Against Anti-Asian Violence” vigil was organized by the AAPI Coalition of Wisconsin.
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The Milwaukee Press Club announced the list of finalists for its 91st Annual Gridiron Awards for Excellence in Wisconsin Journalism, covering an unusual news year of the pandemic, social unrest, and political turmoil. Milwaukee Independent was selected for 10 features. The journalism honors follow the third year in a row of double digit recognition for the daily news magazine, in competition against all major media outlets in Milwaukee and across Wisconsin. Competition was more notable this year as traditional broadcast media organizations partnered to combine resources, and used online platforms to offset the pandemic’s impact. Founded in 1885, the...
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Voces de la Frontera held a “Freedom Together” Press Conference on the steps of the Federal Courthouse downtown, outlining demands for Immigrant Rights. The collection of community advocates spoke about expectations from the White House and the 117th Congress, and shared a strategy to ensure that the key demands were met.
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Officially opening to the public on February 22, with a Grand Opening Celebration on March 6, the ideas for Sam’s Place came directly from Harambee residents, through a series of “Chat with Bader” events organized by the foundation as a way to get to know neighbors and hear ideas on what would enhance the quality of life for local residents.
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Completing the work started 37 years ago, Alderwoman Milele Coggs stood with Mayor Tom Barrett on February 18 as he signed the ordnance renaming Old World Third Street as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive – extending the thoroughfare into downtown Milwaukee.
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