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‘How He Treated Me That Day … I Felt Overwhelmed With Love’

BY JE’DON HOLLOWAY-TALLEY Special to the Birmingham Times “You Had Me at Hello’’ highlights married couples and the love that binds them. If you would like to be considered for a future “Hello’’ column, or know someone, please send nominations to Barnett Wright bwright@birminghamtimes.com. Include the couple’s name, contact number(s) and what makes their love […]

Source: The Birmingham Times

Dozens of fearless marchers who embarked on a 750-mile journey from Milwaukee to our nation’s capital were rewarded by being a part of today’s event marking the anniversary of the historic 1963 March on Washington. The group made the incredible journey after weeks of marching across Milwaukee and

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Source: Milwaukee Community Journal - Wisconsin's Largest African American Newspaper

Trump’s Encouragement of Voting Twice is Illegal, Intended to Create Election Chaos - Milwaukee Community Journal

(Washington, D.C.) – President Donald Trump visited North Carolina on Wednesday and encouraged a group of his supporters to cast their ballot twice - one time by mail and one time in person. Trump’s comments come as he continues to attack the sanctity of our elections and vote-by-mail, which has

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Source: Milwaukee Community Journal - Wisconsin's Largest African American Newspaper

4 Factors To Consider Before Buying An Essential Business In COVID Times - Milwaukee Community Journal

The shutdowns and rollbacks of businesses due to the COVID-19 pandemic continue to play havoc with the U.S. economy. But the least-affected businesses during the crisis, for the most part, have been those deemed “essential” by state and local governments, allowing those companies to remain fully

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Source: Milwaukee Community Journal - Wisconsin's Largest African American Newspaper

HHS Announces Partnership with Morehouse School of Medicine to Fight COVID-19 in Racial and Ethnic Minority and Vulnerable Communities - Milwaukee Community Journal

$40 Million Initiative Will Help Communities Hardest Hit by the Pandemic The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health (OMH) announced the selection of the Morehouse School of Medicine as the awardee for a new $40 million initiative to fight COVID-19 in racial and

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Source: Milwaukee Community Journal - Wisconsin's Largest African American Newspaper

Two LAPD Officers Ambushed Over the Weekend; Los Angeles County Sets $100,000 Reward for Any Information - Los Angeles Sentinel

Los Angeles is experiencing turbulence amid residents and those sworn to protect them. Chairwoman Barger disclosed that two LAPD deputies were ambushed over the weekend. Supervisor Mark-Ridley Thomas and Barger are offering a $100,000 reward for any information leading to a capture of those who

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Stanley Nelson's 'Freedom Riders' Featuring John Lewis and C.T. Vivian Streaming on PBS.org - Milwaukee Community Journal

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE To Stream Award-winning Documentary Freedom Riders Starting Today (Boston, MA) July 20, 2020— In honor of the recent passing of two of the original Freedom Riders, longtime Georgia congressman John Lewis and the Reverend C.T. Vivian, AMERICAN EXPERIENCE announced today that it

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Source: Milwaukee Community Journal - Wisconsin's Largest African American Newspaper

New Orleans' First Black District Attorney Eddie Jordan Jr.

For decades, the Orleans Parish District Attorney position was one held by White lawyers. That changed in October 2003 when Eddie Jordan Jr. took the role. Prior to entering the law practice, Jordan grew up the Ninth Ward’s Pontchartrain Park. He is a 1974 graduate of Wesleyan University and a 1977

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Milwaukee City Channel to broadcast nightly DNC activities - Milwaukee Community Journal

Coverage of the 2020 Democratic National Convention (DNC) - taking place from Monday, August 17 to Thursday, August 20 - can be viewed live on the Milwaukee City Channel both online and via local cable providers. As part of Milwaukee’s agreement to host the DNC, the City Channel will carry evening

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Cleaning your mobile phone, computer equipment may help slow spread of COVID-19 - Milwaukee Community Journal

MUNCIE, Indiana — Cleaning your smartphone and other electronic devices will go a long way in the battle to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, says a Ball State University health educator. “With the coronavirus spreading, people are anxious, but they forget to protect their own space and

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Los Angeles Board of Supervisors confirm Allocation of 1.2 Billion Dollars Received from Federal Government Through the CARES Act - Los Angeles Sentinel

Chairwoman Kathryn Barger confirmed the allocation of 1.2 billion dollars that Los Angeles County received from federal government through the CARES Act. She ensured these funds will provide the county with significant resources for residents and business owners. It will equip and encourage small

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5 Ways Seniors Can Safeguard Against Cyber Criminals Stealing Their Identity - Milwaukee Community Journal

As the use of personal computers and cell phones has grown over the last two decades, identity theft has surged. One study found that over 14 million consumers were victims of identity fraud in 2018, and that their out-of-pocket costs totaled $1.7 billion. Seniors have been particularly vulnerable

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WHEDA welcomes two new board members - Milwaukee Community Journal

Rep. Kalan Haywood II joins WHEDA Board MADISON – State Rep. Kalan Haywood II, who represents Wisconsin’s 16th Assembly District in Milwaukee, has been appointed to serve as a member of the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) Board of Directors. Haywood was elected in

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MPL Central Library suspends curbside due to COVID - Milwaukee Community Journal

MPL was alerted that a staff member at Central Library tested positive for COVID. As such, curbside service at Central Library is suspended until further notice. Curbside service remains available at the Washington Park and Tippecanoe branches and Ready Reference phone, email and chat services also

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Trust, Hope & Resilience - Milwaukee Community Journal

The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), The Black Press of America, announces the Virtual NNPA 2020 Annual Convention, celebrating the NNPA’s 80th Anniversary and the 193rd year of the Black Press of America. During the past 80 years, Black America has seen changes as well as

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Bootcamp for Business Startups Begins Next Month - Milwaukee Community Journal

Business Startup Bootcamp Planned Program promotes entrepreneurship as way out of poverty. A program aimed at fighting poverty through entrepreneurship is coming to Milwaukee this fall. The BizStarts Institute Community Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs meets for six consecutive Saturday mornings

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Supervisor Weishan Calls for Increasing Minority Representation on Board of Supervisors - Milwaukee Community Journal

Milwaukee- County Supervisor John Weishan, Jr. wants to increase minority representation on the Board of Supervisors, and will introduce a resolution to the County Board’s Finance Committee on July 16 requesting that the Department of Administrative Services analyze the possibility of expanding the

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Empowering Handbook Offers Simple Steps To Help Us Respond Positively When Facing Life’s Challenges - Milwaukee Community Journal

Philadelphia, PA, July 15, 2020 — With all the negativity we’ve had to deal with in our nation this year, it’s no wonder we’re feeling anxious and afraid. We need to find a simple way to overcome these disturbing emotions, so we can better face the challenges in life and find a path to peace

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As Healthcare Faces Mounting Problems, Can Data Science Save It? - Milwaukee Community Journal

It’s no secret that COVID-19 threatened to overwhelm hospitals this year. But even without the added strain of the pandemic, the American healthcare system already faced questions about whether it can meet the needs of an aging population that will put even greater demands on an inadequate supply

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Mayor Eric Garcetti Looks to Find 250-Million Dollars of Cuts in the City Budget, for Police Reform and New Opportunities in Underserved Communities. - Los Angeles Sentinel

Los Angeles City Mayor Eric Garcetti announced he has responded to Obama’s call for action and signed the Mayor’s Pledge. The mayor updated the community with the current status of safety measures that will take affect immediately. The mayor was joined by Eileen Decker, President of the Los Angeles

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Though he is now with the ancestors, “Pop” Holt’s influence and legacy live on - Milwaukee Community Journal

The closing of his casket's signaled the end of an era and a life, both my brothers assessed during last week's homegoing services for my father George Holt. Reflecting on the many joyous experiences they shared with our father, both Wayne and John expressed gratitude and fond memories of Pops, who

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INTERVIEW: “Motorsports in America: Do Black Lives Matter?” - Milwaukee Community Journal

NNPA NEWSWIRE — The NNPA is the global media partner for the African Renaissance and Diaspora Network (ARDN), an advocacy and marketing partner of the United Nations, and we had an opportunity to interview an African American leader in motorsports, Chris Miles, Global Motorsport Marketing Advisor

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News Release: SBDC Releases Free COVID Response Guide for Entrepreneurs - Milwaukee Community Journal

SBDC Releases Free COVID Response Guide for Entrepreneurs MADISON - Since 1980, the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at UW-Madison has been supporting entrepreneurs as they start and grow their businesses. This year was meant to be a celebration of the statewide organization’s 40-year

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Charter's Special Community Impact Program - Milwaukee - Milwaukee Community Journal

CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS OUTLINES ADDITIONAL $100,000 CONTRIBUTION TO SUPPORT THE CITY OF MILWAUKEE AND ITS RESIDENTS Weeklong Community Impact Program Shines a Light on Partnerships with Milwaukee Nonprofits in Advance of 2020 Democratic National Convention MILWAUKEE – Charter

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Google Arts & Culture Celebrates Milwaukee for the First Time on Its Global Platform - Milwaukee Community Journal

Google Arts & Culture partners with 16 local institutions to bring a digital celebration of Milwaukee music, arts, food and more to the world MILWAUKEE (July 30, 2020) - Google today announced its partnership with 16 world-class Milwaukee institutions to bring the city’s culture, people and