What we choose to say goodbye to this year will define our national identity for generations
America, we will soon say goodbye to something. One way or another, this year will end with a farewell. It will either close with a glorious, triumphant blast of freedom — or with the sickening death knell of a once – great nation, gone for good. Either America...
Milwaukee residents encouraged to utilize all public options available for COVID-19 testing
After conducting several weeks of testing at its new community COVID-19 testing sites, the City of Milwaukee issued a reminder for residents to use all testing sites efficiently and appropriately. Community testing sites offer the opportunity for residents to receive...
Mass Shooting at Mayfair Mall: Wauwatosa police search for White gunman who wounded 8 people
Police are continuing the search for the suspect in a November 20 shooting at a Mayfair Mall that left seven adults and a teenager injured. Wauwatosa Police Chief Barry Weber gave no motive for the attack at the Mayfair Mall in a brief update about three hours after...
Milwaukee-based episodic audio series earns distinction as Adweek’s Marketing Podcast of the Year
Adweek, the globally-renowned source of news and insight in the brand marketing ecosystem, selected Milwaukee-based podcast Lead Balloon as its “Marketing Podcast of the Year.” Like the “Emmys” or the “Oscars,” Adweek’s Podcast of the Year awards are intended to...
Joseph Mensah: Officer who killed Alvin Cole will resign from Wauwatosa police force on November 30
It was announced on November 17 that the controversial Wauwatosa Police officer Joseph Mensah will resign from the department, as part of a separation agreement effective November 30. Mensah has been involved in three fatal shootings in five years. The most recent...
“Raise the Curtain” campaign encourages Milwaukee patrons to create a legacy in support of the arts
The Marcus Performing Arts Center announced on October 22 the launch of its Raise the Curtain Campaign, an interactive fundraising campaign that will invest in, preserve, and expand the Marcus Center’s work during the pandemic. As part of the campaign, the community...
