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Ana Martinez-Ortiz
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Strauss Brands to Build New Facility in Milwaukee’s Century City
In 1937, the Strauss Brands was established. Over the years it grew and currently boasts “four generations of authenticity.” Earlier this week, it was announced that Strauss Brands will be…
Attorney Michael Hupy Announces Reward for Information on Drive By Shooter
On Saturday, Aug. 24, Quanita “Tay” Jackson, was helping out a basketball tournament at Moody Park, 2201 W. Auer Ave. The three v. three tournament was a community event created…
American Cancer Society Urges Adding HPV Vaccine to Back-to-School Checklist
As the end of summer draws near, most parents and children are equipped with a full list of necessary items for the upcoming school year. It’s usually around this time…
WAATPN Launches “No Singles/No Loosies” Campaign
For the past 17 years, Graciela Hernandez has owned Mi Pais, 1401 W. Greenfield Ave., a corner store, which sells liquor, groceries and cigarettes. As part of the store’s regulations,…
Hip-Hop in Milwaukee: 88Nine’s New Podcast Explores the History
When was the first hip-hop song recorded in Milwaukee? That was the question a team at 88Nine Radio Milwaukee had earlier this year. As 88Nine dived into this journey, the…
The Next Steps in Wisconsin’s Plan for Clean Air
In the summer heat and humidity, it’s not always easy to catch a deep breath. However, when one finally gets an opportunity to inhale, there’s a good chance that it…
Mayor Barrett Kicks Off the 2019 Earn & Learn Summer Program
Takeya Swope will be entering her sophomore year of high school come this fall. Before school starts back up, she’s working 20 hours a week through the City of Milwaukee’s…
Mayor Barrett Addresses Reckless Driving in Milwaukee
Earlier this week, Milwaukee Police Officer Kou Her was driving home from work. While crossing the intersection, an oncoming car sped through the red light and struck Her’s vehicle, Fox…
Wisconsin Republicans Say No to Medicaid Expansion
Earlier this week, Republicans and Democrats met for a Joint Committee Meeting on Finance to discuss expanding Medicaid in Wisconsin. If Medicaid was expanded, the state would receive $1.6 billion…
Wisconsin Republicans Say No to Medicaid Expansion
Earlier this week, Republicans and Democrats met for a Joint Committee Meeting on Finance to discuss expanding Medicaid in Wisconsin. If Medicaid was expanded, the state would receive $1.6 billion…