Wisconsin’s Muslim leaders pledge to abandon Biden in 2024 presidential election over no Gaza cease-fire
Muslim leaders from across the state and the Wisconsin Christians for Justice in Palestine held a press conference at Milwaukee City Hall on November 9, making a public pledge that without a ceasefire and immediate assistance of the people in Gaza, they would not vote...
Images by Milwaukee Independent of Old Main’s former condition of decay featured in new PBS documentary
Milwaukee PBS premiered a new documentary “A Hallowed Home for Heroes” on November 6. It details the historic past of Old Main, also known as Milwaukee’s Soldiers Home, through decades of use as a care center for veterans since the Civil War, its...
Ukrainian child enjoys normal life in Milwaukee after escaping war and finding treatment for spinal disease
Along with the hardships of the first year of war in Ukraine, Lesia Kutarenko began noticing that her baby was no longer trying to walk. He had also reverted to crawling. “Our son could walk while leaning on chairs, sofas, and walls. Like all children, he would...
Humanitarian crisis: Milwaukee healthcare professionals call for protection of civilians in Gaza
Medical professionals from across Milwaukee County gathered at the Islamic Society of Milwaukee on October 20, to voice their growing concerns about the ongoing humanitarian crisis in war-weary Gaza. The crisis, marked by a lack of essential medical supplies, an...
The Last Alarm: Milwaukee honors the public service of firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice
Milwaukee’s annual memorial ceremony to honor its fallen firefighters was held on October 12 at MFD Headquarters Station 2, a solemn tradition observed since 1996 to remember those who were lost performing their duty or as a result of their public service. Since...
New mural at Miller High Life Theatre celebrates the iconic beer brand’s long history in Milwaukee
Molson Coors Beverage Company unveiled a new mural at the historic Miller High Life Theatre in downtown Milwaukee on October 12, a tribute to both the city’s rich heritage and the iconic beer products’s deep roots in the community. The Miller High Life...
Historical Remembrance: Lynching site of George Marshall Clark gets marker in Milwaukee’s Third Ward
Local officials, area leaders, and members of the community gathered on October 11 in the Third Ward to share a significant moment in Milwaukee County’s history, as a marker was officially dedicated to honor George Marshall Clark, a victim of racial violence who...
Illuminating the Dark: Hidden secrets from the Pabst Mansion’s mysterious past unveiled in special tour
The Pabst Mansion began hosting its “Illuminating the Dark” tour for the public on October 5, in an effort to shine a new light on some mysterious stories from the historic home’s past. The specialty “after-hours” tour was first created...
Marcia P. Coggs Center: Milwaukee County breaks ground on new home for Health and Human Services
County Executive David Crowley, local and state leaders, the Coggs family, and members of the public gathered on October 2 at a construction site in the King Park neighborhood to help Milwaukee County break ground on the new Marcia P. Coggs Health and Human Services...
Wisconsinites demand common sense laws to protect children on Gun Violence Prevention Day of Action
The 2023 Gun Violence Prevention Day of Action on September 21 brought groups of people to Madison from across the state, so legislators could hear directly from their constituents about the need for stronger gun laws essential for the safety of Wisconsin families and...
Governor Evers vows to preserve reproductive rights in Wisconsin after abortion service announcement
On June 24, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, overturning Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood of Southeastern PA. v. Casey and upending nearly 50 years of a constitutional right to abortion that...
Prosperando Juntos: Milwaukee’s 2023 Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off with community celebration
Milwaukee’s celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month 2023 kicked off on September 15 at the Marcus Performing Arts Center’s Peck Pavilion, featuring the diverse cultures, accomplishments, and vibrant history of the Latino community. With this year’s...
