Author: Correspondent

As part of its nationally renowned Black Lens program, Milwaukee Film will once again devote film and event offerings in February to celebrate Black voices, culture, and experiences for Black History Month, presented by Northwestern Mutual. Six feature screenings, two shorts programs, and four unique events will showcase the Black experience and be available in-person for participants to engage with. The local film program includes a networking social for Black creatives. The month kicks off with a weekend conversation that includes wellness influencer Shelah Marie of “Love & Hip-Hop Miami,” an alluring documentary featuring Black icon Arthur Ashe, and...

Earnell Lucas, Milwaukee County Sheriff and candidate for mayor of Milwaukee, issued a statement on January 5 regarding his position on addressing violent crime in the city. “Violent crime is one of the more important issues facing Milwaukee. From our citizens to our businesses to visitors and tourists, we all want to be safe,” said Lucas. “Solving this problem must be a focus of attention for Milwaukee’s next mayor.” Lucas said that he was uniquely qualified and experienced to restore safety and security in the city. As a Milwaukee Police captain, he led policing efforts in Milwaukee neighborhoods challenged...

Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett resigned on December 22, handing over authority to Common Council President Cavalier Johnson, who assumed the role of acting mayor until the city’s spring election. The transition, which was effective at 5:00 p.m., came after the U.S. Senate’s unanimous approval of Barrett’s nomination to become the U.S. Ambassador to Luxembourg. Barrett signed the oath to that office on the morning of December 23 at the federal courthouse in Milwaukee. U.S. District Judge Lynn Adelman swore in Barrett to the new position, saying the event marked a historic occasion for the former Mayor and for Milwaukee....