Staff, Author at Milwaukee Independent

Photo Essay: We Are One

Posted by Staff | Feb 1, 2017 |

State Senator Chris Larson and Representative Jonathan Brostoff were joined by a list of supporters in taking a stand against Islamophobia in Wisconsin on January 31. The two lawmakers and other elected officials announced the introduction of a legislative joint resolution to condemn anti-Muslim racism and hate speech. An online petition was also created at ResistHateWI.com in support of the resolution. The Arab and Muslim communities, and those perceived as Muslims, have unfairly received the brunt of these acts of violence and hate-speech. The Islamophobia, abuse, and discrimination experienced by members of these communities conflicts with the ideals of...

Trump visit cancelled over Harley-Davidson protest concern

Posted by Staff | Feb 1, 2017 |

In a statement released by the Milwaukee Coalition Against Trump (MCAT), the organization took credit for influencing the cancelation of President Trump’s planned visit to Milwaukee. The event was originally scheduled for February 2, to be held at a facility of legendary motorcycle company Harley-Davidson. “Today, Milwaukee let the world know that Trump is not welcome here. The Milwaukee Coalition Against Trump is thrilled that Trump has been forced to cancel his visit to Milwaukee, one of his first press events outside of Washington D.C. Fearing a massive protest, Trump was forced to cancel his event after a massive...

Milwaukee Flag gets Fyxation Bicycle design

Posted by Staff | Jan 31, 2017 |

Fyxation plans to rotate the iconic bike through different local venues over 2017. The Milwaukee-based bicycle company Fyxation recently announced their latest custom bicycle project, designed around the new Milwaukee flag. Called “Sunrise Over the Lake” and designed by Robert Lenz, the new flag is the result of a city-wide design initiative. The purpose of which was to inspire Milwaukeeans to design a new symbol. A symbol that changes the narrative of Milwaukee. The strength of “Sunrise Over the Lake” is that it looks forward to a new day, symbolized by the sun rising over Lake Michigan. According to...

Video: Grace Weber at 88Nine

Posted by Staff | Jan 30, 2017 |

Acclaimed artist Grace Weber performed new songs at her Music Lab kick-off party on January 27 at 88Nine Radio Milwaukee.

Milwaukee entrepreneurs awarded funds from WEDC grant program

Posted by Staff | Jan 30, 2017 |

Nearly $500,000 in grants to help local, regional initiatives for Wisconsin startups. The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) announced that 11 organizations have been awarded nearly $500,000 in grants to help develop or expand innovative programs aimed at advancing the climate for entrepreneurship throughout the state. The grants are being awarded as part of WEDC’s new Entrepreneurship Support pilot program and will help fund activities such as the promotion of entrepreneurship; entrepreneurial education, mentorship and training; and business development and financial services. “Much of the economic growth the state has experienced over the last six years is a result...

Photo Essay: Immigration under a Federal shadow

Posted by Staff | Jan 29, 2017 |

The Executive Order signed by President Trump on January 27 banned travelers with passports from Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, and Yemen, and extended to green card holders who were legally granted authorization to live and work in the United States. In opposition of this policy, already being challenged in courts, the Rally Against Racism and Hate was held on January 28 outside the Federal Courthouse in downtown Milwaukee. More than two hundred Milwaukee residents from Middle Eastern countries participated, to call attention to the plight of refugees and immigrants under the harmful Trump policy. The Muslim-majority countries...