On February 19, 2026, members of the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus hosted a news conference regarding the status of their resolution recognizing Black History Month. As of today the State Legislature has not been scheduled for debate for both houses. Speakers: Senator Dora Drake, Chair of the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus Representative Kalan Haywood, Assembly […]
On February 3, 2025, the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus sponsored the Black History Month Kickoff celebration. Speakers: Senator Dora Drake, Chair of the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus Senior Pastor Treyvon J. Sinclair of Christ the King Baptist Church Members of the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus Video Courtesy: Mera Cares
On July 25, 2025, Representative Shelia Stubbs, Attorney General Josh Kaul, Ms. Sheena Scarbrough, and invited guests held a news conference to discuss the Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls Task Force. Speakers include: Wisconsin State Representative Shelia Stubbs, 78th Assembly District Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul Ms. Sheena Scarbrough (Mother of Sade Robinson) […]
June 18, 2025, the Juneteenth Flag will be raised over the Wisconsin State Capitol for the sixth year in a row in celebration of Juneteenth. In 2020, Gov. Evers ordered the Juneteenth Flag to be flown at the State Capitol for the first time in state history. Juneteenth is formally recognized and celebrated in all […]
On June 17, 2025, State Senator Dora Drake and the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus hosted its annual Juneteenth Celebration. This year’s theme is “Voices of Freedom: Justice in Motion, Leading with Purpose” – Highlighting the powerful narratives of those who fought for freedom and continue to shape America. As a part of this celebration, the […]
On May 1, 2025, members of the Wisconsin State Legislature hosted a news conference to announce the formation of the Wisconsin Legislative Asian Caucus, the first legislative caucus in state history dedicated to advancing the rights, visibility, and well-being of Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities across Wisconsin. Legislators include: Representative Francesca […]
On March 10, 2025, UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health Population Health Sciences Monday Seminar featured Rutgers University Associate Professor of Sociology Dr. Rina Bliss to present on genetic and social research that have perpetuated racial categories and stereotypes.
On February 27, 2025, the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus and a coalition of community partners hosted an Black Advocacy Day at the Wisconsin State Capitol. This event features policy focused discussions and workshops on issues affecting Black Wisconsinites. Coverage includes a panel discussion featuring: Pastor Walter Lanier, Progressive Baptist Church Dr. Dora Clayton-Jones, Nurse Scientist […]
On February 18, 2025, the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus held a news conference celebrating the life of the Honorable Vel Phillips.
On February 4, 2025, the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus sponsored the Black History Month Kickoff celebration. Speakers include: Sen. Dora Drake – WLBC Chair Darrielle Fair – MC Channel 27 News Reporter Lt. Governor Sarah Rodriquez Clayborn Benson – Founder and Leader of Wisconsin Black Historical Society and Museum Pastor Radontae Ashford Rep. Supreme Moore […]
On January 20, 2025, the 45th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. tribute and ceremony was held at the Wisconsin State Capitol.
