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We are all Ukrainians now: Milwaukee residents condemn Putin at peace rally against war in Ukraine
A large crowd of pro-Ukrainian demonstrators gathered for a peace rally by the Sunburst sculpture in downtown Milwaukee. Comprised mostly of generations of families from grandparent to grandchild, they called on the United States and governments around the world to tighten economic sanctions on Russia, and offer more military aid to Ukraine.
Milwaukee welcomes 2022 by ringing the historic Solomon Juneau Bell at City Hall on New Year’s Eve
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson welcomed the New Year at City Hall by ringing the Solomon Juneau bell at midnight on December 31. The old custom was revived on New Year’s Eve 2016-17 by former Mayor Tom Barrett, after being inspired by the nonprofit Bells of...
Over The Edge 2021: Taking a leap of faith to help the Milwaukee Rescue Mission fight local poverty
The Milwaukee Rescue Mission (MRM) held an “Over The Edge” fundraising event on June 17 at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center, where participants rappelled from the 20th floor of the hotel to support the organization’s work. The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity was a chance for many to face their fear of heights.
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Cavalier Johnson reflects on the challenges and successes of his first 100 days as Mayor of Milwaukee
July 22 marked the 100th day since the inauguration of Cavalier Johnson as the first elected Black Mayor of Milwaukee. In recognition of that political milestone, Mayor Johnson held a press conference in his office at historic City Hall to release a report that...
A Landslide Victory: Cavalier Johnson becomes Mayor of Milwaukee after historic election
Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson won the special election for Mayor of Milwaukee on by more than double the votes of his rival candidate and former Alderman Bob Donovan. As a result, Johnson now has the distinction of being Milwaukee’s first elected Black Mayor in the 176 year history of the city.
Jeffrey Norman takes Oath of Office at City Hall and begins four-year term as Milwaukee’s Chief of Police
Jeffrey Norman took the Oath of Office with family beside him during a special ceremony at City Hall on November 15 to become Milwaukee’s 20th Police Chief. He was sworn into the city’s top law enforcement position after a contentious 14 month search to...
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YIR 2024 Podcast: A “Deep Dive” into the political parable about running with scissors in America
2024 marked yet another year of profound social change and uncertainty for residents across Milwaukee. While the pandemic had faded into the background of public consciousness, the emotional and financial impact of COVID-19 continued to ripple through the local...
YIR 2024 Podcast: A “Deep Dive” into the post-COVID graduating class of Hmong students
2024 marked yet another year of profound social change and uncertainty for residents across Milwaukee. While the pandemic had faded into the background of public consciousness, the emotional and financial impact of COVID-19 continued to ripple through the local...
YIR 2024 Podcast: A “Deep Dive” into the sacrifices of Milwaukee’s Ukrainian community
2024 marked yet another year of profound social change and uncertainty for residents across Milwaukee. While the pandemic had faded into the background of public consciousness, the emotional and financial impact of COVID-19 continued to ripple through the local...
