The news features presented here for this shared topic were published as original editorial content, and all were reported by the staff of Milwaukee Independent in 2019.
The Year In Review (YIR) series has evolved from simple annual highlights that recap the year to a more summarized presentation of important themes, packaged together for readers. This collection of content presents our work again, in a way that helps educate and inform the public who may have missed the stories originally, or want to see how the past 12 months connected the dots on related subjects.
This 2019 compilation also reflects the transformational mission of Milwaukee Independent, in a format that explores deeply personal issues and documents those inspirational stories that serve as an example for the community.
This "Year in Review” series that highlights different aspects of the news coverage from Milwaukee Independent over 2019.
- Year In Review 2019: Perspective and Understanding in Words by Reggie Jackson
- Year In Review 2019: Insight and Observations in Words by Dominic Inouye
- Year In Review 2019: Analysis and Inspiration in Words by Kenneth Cole
- Year In Review 2019: DNC brings national spotlight to the Brew City
- Year In Review 2019: LULAC’s national convention celebrates Latino roots in Milwaukee
- Year In Review 2019: A new Governor discontinues vilification of Wisconsin’s economic engine
- Year In Review 2019: Milwaukee influencers who strive to make the city better for all
- Year In Review 2019: Hometown heroes and their stories of sacrifice for a grateful nation
- Year In Review 2019: The positive impact of transit systems on Milwaukee’s Renaissance
- Year In Review 2019: Latino community shows its economic might and social influence
- Year In Review 2019: The Asian American experience in Milwaukee steps into focus
- Year In Review 2019: A celebration of Black History not contained to 28 days in February
- Year In Review 2019: Where art and entertainment fill the gaps of speaking truth to power
- Year In Review 2019: Political pitstops on the road to 2020’s big elections
- Year In Review 2019: Cityscape evolves with demolitions, renovations, and additions
- Year In Review 2019: City Hall continues to serve as “The People’s House”
- Year In Review 2019: More mass shootings that failed to make politicians care
- Year In Review 2019: Progress made on LGBTQ issues but true justice remains elusive
This "Year in Review” series that highlights different aspects of the news coverage from Milwaukee Independent over 2018.
- Year In Review 2018: Murals that paint Milwaukee happy
- Year In Review 2018: Creating a shared cultural experience on Film
- Year In Review 2018: Portraits of courage from our neighbors
- Year In Review 2018: A future built on the foundations of Milwaukee
- Year In Review 2018: How Japan enriches Milwaukee with Kawaii Kool
- Year In Review 2018: Walking and planting for a healthier community
- Year In Review 2018: A living history of those who embraced MLK’s dream
- Year In Review 2018: The schizophrenic legacy of our immigrant roots
- Year In Review 2018: Our public bus system as force for good and transportation
- Year In Review 2018: A joint struggle for Civil Rights by Jews and Blacks
- Year In Review 2018: Jim Crow denial and a lynching that haunts Milwaukee
- Year In Review 2018: Standing with the LGBT community against hate
- Year In Review 2018: If guns were black people, white society would happily restrict them
- Year In Review 2018: Remembering the forgotten heroes who still live among us
- Year In Review 2018: Milwaukee’s enduring ties to its Civil War legacy
- Year In Review 2018: The voices who speak truth to power and what they say
- Year In Review 2018: A Streetcar that allowed Milwaukee to “Hop” into modern transit
- Year In Review 2018: All the ways Lake Michigan is awesome and offers local enjoyment
This "Year in Review” series that highlights different aspects of the news coverage from Milwaukee Independent over 2017.
- Year In Review 2017: Voices from across the community
- Year In Review 2017: Connecting the dots back to Milwaukee
- Year In Review 2017: The building it takes to rejuvenate our community
- Year In Review 2017: The Bronzeville story of a little neighborhood that could
- Year In Review 2017: Heroes living the change they wish to see
- Year In Review 2017: The long shadow of Milwaukee's Postbellum Legacy
- Year In Review 2017: The soul of the city sculpted in paint
- Year In Review 2017: Milwaukee news that will matter beyond an unusual year
- Year In Review 2017: Standing up for the issues that impact Milwaukee
- Year In Review 2017: Speaking truth to power and our own denial
- Year In Review 2017: Images from today as a witness for the future
This "Year in Review” series that highlights different aspects of the news coverage from Milwaukee Independent over 2016.
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