Passage of Health care reform legislation will open the door to other legislative possibilities for the President
President Barack Obama, Democrats--and their few Republican colleagues who get it--in Congress should be congratulated for moving the nation one step closer to national health care reform. ... Read more
Sammy Sosa's new skin reflects an ugly mentality
by David A. Love--The Grio.com
Many have been shocked to see recent photos of retired major league baseball player Sammy Sosa. ... Read more
The Pentagon’s Hasan Nightmare
by Earl Ofari Hutchinson
The following item that appeared in the April 22, 2009 edition of Army Times was about as routine as can be when it comes to Army business. It read “Orders authorizing May promotions for the following active-component commissioned officers and warrant officers have been issued by Human Resources Command.” The name buried among the dozens who got promotions was newly commissioned Major Nidal Malik Hasan. From the promotion, it seemed that Hasan was moving up the army food chain. ... Read more
I-Witness
Holla!
Ten thousand, five hundred (10,500), down 98, 500 to go I-Witness touching Black people all over the city of Milwaukee, and the world one event at a time. ... Read more
The story that caught my I...
A Healthcare Salute
by B. White
There were tears, cheers, and high-fives in the House chamber after lawmakers voted 220 to 215 to pass the historical healthcare reform package. ... Read more
A DeMarco Morgan Update
by B. White
Former WISN 12 news anchor, DeMarco Morgan, who is presently anchoring at NBC in New York, is dancing in the universe. This week he will be emceeing his first major golf tournament as well as the Kappa Alpha Psi Black and White Ball in Los Angels, CA. He will then get on the redeye back to New York to host a fundraiser in honor of the three slain civil rights workers killed doing the civil rights era. And then and then. Holla! DeMarco is one of the most sought after anchors/emcees in the nation. ... Read more
Honoring our heroes!
by B. White
This year, I-Witness wanted to attend the Veterans Day parade. Our soldiers go through so much protecting the freedoms we are so accustom to having in this great nation of ours even with all its imperfection. ... Read more
Thank You
by B. White
I-Witness would like to salute nationally renowned hip-hopper artist/Paramedic /Firefighter, Steve Strickin (EMC) of MED 6 on Palmer and Locust as well as Engine 30 on Teutonia/Locust for the gallant work they did at the Clinton Rose Senior Center. ... Read more
President Obama, talks with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Majority Whip James Clyburn after meeting with House Democrats about health care, Saturday, November 7, 2009. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
by theGrio/Erica Werner, Associated Press Writer
Washington -- The Democratic-controlled House has narrowly passed landmark health care reform legislation, handing President Barack Obama a hard won victory on his signature domestic priority. ... Read more
by Ben Walker--Courtesy of the Associated Press and theGrio.com
New York-- Basketball great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar being treated for a rare form of leukemia, and he said his prognosis is encouraging.
Madison--Why do some veterans return from war able to move beyond the horrors they experienced while others suffer ongoing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
Honoring true American Heroes Veterans of wars past and present were honored during the annual Veterans Day Parade last Saturday. A live reinactment of the Marine Corp Monument in Washington D.C. and an Army musician played bagpipes with a Scotish marching band as they marched down Water Street.
Compiled by MCJ Staff
Sweeping change to the BadgerCare program for Southeastern Wisconsin residents has some legislators concerned about its effects on health care coverage for Milwaukee residents.
Youth football championship bring out the best in youths who play the game, and those who support them
by Troy A. Sparks
sparkstroy@hotmail.com
Custer Stadium had the atmosphere of what football should be like. The temperature was in the 60’s, and the sun shined bright in the sky. What else could you ask for on a spring-like November Saturday afternoon? ... Read more
Packers Weekly Report – Week 10
by Troy A. Sparks
sparkstroy@hotmail.com
When it rained, it poured for the Green Bay Packers. And they were drenched –not by the 80-degree heat – by the dismal Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a 38-28 loss Sunday at Raymond James Stadium. The Pack is now 1-7 in that stadium. It was also the second straight week they gave up that many points (38 in Minnesota loss). ... Read more
Brewers acquire outfielder Carlos Gomez from Twins
Send J.J. Hardy To Minnesota
The Milwaukee Brewers today acquired outfielderCarlos Gomezfrom Minnesota in exchange for shortstop J.J. Hardy. The announcement was made by Executive Vice President and General Manager Doug Melvin. ... Read more
Religion
God is faithful
God is faithful. I know it may not be a very profound academic statement laced with the grandeur of literary flare, yet that is the summary of this week’s article. God is faithful. ... Read more
Scientists to refute evolution theory at conference in Rome In Response to Pope Benedict XVI’s Call for Both Sides to be Heard
Rome, Italy On the 150th anniversary of Darwin¹s "Origin of the Species," five renowned scientists held a conference at Pope Pius V University in Rome presenting a scientific refutation of the theory of evolution. ... Read more
Lil Wayne to release rock album; Universal announces due dates for Blige and Redman albums
After months of false starts, Universal Music Group has announced that Lil Wayne’s long-anticipated rock-themed album, “Rebirth,” is slated for a December 15 release date. ... Read more
