On March 6, 2024 the Senate Committee on Mental Health, Substance Abuse Prevention, Children and Families held a public hearing on Senate Bill 568 / Assembly Bill 615: creating a task force on missing and murdered African American women and girls.
On February 29, 2024, as part of Black History Month, the Black Legislative Action Coalition of Wisconsin hosted Black Advocacy Day at the Wisconsin State Capitol. The event focuses on addressing the need to do more to educate and engage the Black community around the issue of civic advocacy. Speakers include: Michelle Bryant, Chief of […]
We are coming to the end of Black History Month, which has been a full calendar of celebratory events and important discussions statewide, despite continued heated debate in the capitol over the value of racial diversity. On February 26, 2024, WisconsinEye’s Newsmakers welcomes Legislative Black Caucus Chair Representative Dora Drake along with Senator LaTonya Johnson […]
We are coming to the end of Black History Month, which has been a full calendar of celebratory events and important discussions statewide, despite continued heated debate in the capitol over the value of racial diversity. On February 26, 2024, WisconsinEye’s Newsmakers welcomes Legislative Black Caucus Chair Representative Dora Drake along with Senator LaTonya Johnson […]
On January 31, 2024, the Senate Committee on Universities and Revenue held a public hearing on the following: Senate Joint Resolution 5 / Assembly Joint Resolution 6: the appropriation authority of the legislature and the allocation of moneys Wisconsin receives from the federal government (second consideration) Senate Bill 596 / Assembly Bill 554: race-based higher […]
On January 15, 2024, Wisconsin celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The 43rd Annual “Tribute and Ceremony” is the official state ceremony – the oldest official MLK state celebration in the U.S. The event-themed “One Day” will honor King’s birthday, reflect on his legacy of service, his ‘dream’ of equal […]
On December 13, 2023, the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus held a news conference to respond to the latest UW-System DEI issue.
On October 27, 2023, WisconsinEye’s Rewind Host and CBS 58 Capitol Reporter Emilee Fannon and WisPolitics.com Editor JR Ross reviewed this week in state politics. (Brought to you by the Wisconsin Realtors Association). On this week’s episode: Brewers Deal Election Bills DNR Secretary to Retire Driver’s Education, Reckless Driving Bills Eliminating Race-Based Criteria for College META Lawsuit
On October 27, 2023, WisconsinEye’s Rewind Host and CBS 58 Capitol Reporter Emilee Fannon and WisPolitics.com Editor JR Ross reviewed this week in state politics. (Brought to you by the Wisconsin Realtors Association). On this week’s episode: Brewers Deal Election Bills DNR Secretary to Retire Driver’s Education, Reckless Driving Bills Eliminating Race-Based Criteria for College META Lawsuit
Crime in Milwaukee has been on a sharp incline following the pandemic – setting records for homicides – but this year’s numbers thus far are more optimistic. Yet, when it comes to violence in Milwaukee, does the data tell the whole story? Experts in the city and county say they are focusing on root causes and solutions that […]
Crime in Milwaukee has been on a sharp incline following the pandemic – setting records for homicides – but this year’s numbers thus far are more optimistic. Yet, when it comes to violence in Milwaukee, does the data tell the whole story? Experts in the city and county say they are focusing on root causes and solutions that […]
