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President Barack Obama Endorses Mayor Tom Barrett
Milwaukee – President Barack Obama today endorsed Tom Barrett for Milwaukee’s mayor, saying his hard work has set Milwaukee up for a stronger future. “Tom Barrett has been an outstanding mayor for…
Debate Raises County Parks and Debt Issues
By Mrinal Gokhale Hundreds filled the Italian Conference Center on February 22, listening quietly as Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Senator Chris Larsen faced off in the first County…
“Blue Bikes” Common Sight in Milwaukee
By Dylan Deprey For the last seventeen years, Tony Fortun has not owned a car. He does not pay for gas. His form of transportation is pedal powered. He chose…
First National Black HIV/AIDS Event Held at MATC
By Mrinal Gokhale At about 10:30 a.m. on Feb. 8, about five local health organizations displayed tables with brochures, care packages, condoms and other informational materials in the MATC (733 W. State St.)…
Water Privatization Does Not Go To Senate As Expected
By Mrinal Gokhale – On January 29, a water privatization bill passed, which calls for private water companies to control Wisconsin’s water. After much anticipation, the bill did not make it to Senate on February 9,…
“Bring it to the Ballot”
By Karen Stokes – Starting with the 2016 spring primary on February 16, Wisconsin voters must show acceptable photo ID in order to vote. Before 2003, not a single state required a…
A Black History Moment – Knowledge Test
By State Representative, Leon D. Young – In honor of Black History Month, I would like to deviate from my usual column format. Instead, I invite you and your family to test your (individual…