Author: Correspondent

Governor Tony Evers announced his Executive Budget on February 17, and in the address he emphasized improving infrastructure, addressing climate change and increasing racial justice. Disappointingly, the enumeration of the I-94 East-West expansion project in Milwaukee was included in the Governor’s budget recommendations. “MICAH’s opposition to rebuilding I-94 between the Marquette and Zoo Interchange lanes is longstanding,” stated Rev. Joseph Jackson, President of MICAH. “We joined other community groups in a federal lawsuit in 2017 to stop expansion. Monies were not included in Governor Walker’s budget and the project was dropped. With the inclusion of the expansion in the...

NHK World-Japan, the English-language international service of NHK – Japan’s sole public broadcaster, will present a collection of premiere and encore programming to mark the 10-year anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake of March 11, 2011, which spurred a tsunami, a meltdown at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, and mass destruction along Japan’s east coast. The programming event airs throughout March and April. The collection of viewing serves as a compelling reminder of the unprecedented mega-disaster, and captures the magnitude and emotions surrounding its occurrence and aftermath. The programs depict the ways in which the tragedy has...

March 5 marked the Wisconsin National Guard’s 184th birthday, and year 183 was a notable one for the history books. The Wisconsin National Guard’s official birthday is March 5, 1837 – the date on which Wisconsin’s territorial Governor Henry Dodge commissioned Morgan L. Martin of Green Bay, Wisconsin, as a captain and the commander of the Green Bay Rangers volunteer company of mounted riflemen. The creation of the Green Bay Rangers predated Wisconsin statehood by 11 years, and the new civilian supplemented military force had a mission of protecting what was then the Wisconsin Territory. Today, some 184 years...

David Crowley presented the 2021 State of the County address on February 24, his first as Milwaukee County Executive. The main topics included investments in transportation, mental health services, and measures needed to resolve racial disparities while enduring the pandemic. This is the text of his speech as written and delivered. Ladies & Gentlemen of Milwaukee County, County Supervisors, Elected Officials, members, and others watching – it is an honor to present the 2021 State of the County address. As we come to an end of a month of celebrating Black History and honoring the accomplishments of those who’ve...

Milwaukee Rep announced on February 25 that it would reopen with in-person performances of the previously announced “Ella Fitzgerald: First Lady of Song” with Alexis J Roston beginning April 27 and running through May 23 in the Quadracci Powerhouse Theater. City of Milwaukee health officials recently approved Milwaukee Rep’s safety plan for in-person performances. Reinforcing protocols to support healthy and safe environments for patrons, staff and artists include increased cleaning procedures, paperless tickets, and upgrades to the HVAC system. “We are thrilled to finally welcome audiences back in a carefully conceived and safe environment to enjoy the shared experience...