The Korean DMZ Conflict: A forgotten "Second Chapter" of …
Oct 15, 2024 · EXPLORING KOREA: Stories from Milwaukee to the DMZ and across a divided Peninsula. This special series explores historical sites and cultural traditions from across the Korean Peninsula, building a bridge back to the search for identity in Milwaukee.
Genetic legacy: How the DNA from extinct Neanderthals lives on …
Oct 9, 2024 · Using the new and rapidly improving ability to piece together fragments of ancient DNA, scientists are finding that traits inherited from our ancient cousins are still with us now, affecting our fertility, our immune systems, even how our bodies handled the COVID-19 virus.
A deportation story: When South Korea was forced to confront its ...
Oct 17, 2024 · In 2023, a South Korean court made headlines by ordering Holt Children’s Services, the country’s largest adoption agency, to pay 100 million won, roughly $74,700, in damages to Adam Crapser, a 48-year-old Korean adoptee.
A champion for social justice: Milwaukee mourns the loss of …
Nov 4, 2024 · Born on September 25, 1983, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Alderman Brostoff’s life was marked by an unwavering commitment to social justice, community engagement, and public service.
The Soul of Seoul: A photographic look at the dynamic streets and …
Oct 17, 2024 · EXPLORING KOREA: Stories from Milwaukee to the DMZ and across a divided Peninsula. This special series explores historical sites and cultural traditions from across the Korean Peninsula, building a bridge back to the search for identity in Milwaukee.
Milwaukee County prepares for delays in early vote counting on …
Nov 4, 2024 · During a press conference at Milwaukee County Courthouse on November 4, local officials and election administrators encouraged voters to make their voices heard by casting a ballot, stressing both the personal and collective importance of participating in this critical election.
October 7 anniversary: Pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli crowds rally …
Oct 7, 2024 · Crowds were participating in pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli protests and memorial events across Europe, North Africa, and Asia on October 6 on the eve of the first anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel.
Milwaukee Independent
6 days ago · During the week leading up to Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley’s graduation from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, “Milwaukee Independent” documented Crowley’s intense balancing act, capturing moments that blended the responsibilities of public office with the pressures of completing a college degree.
Labor union and lawmakers seek solutions to letter carrier …
Oct 3, 2024 · The crackdown has led to hundreds of arrests, and robberies slowed toward the end of the year. But, overall, the number of postal carriers who were robbed in 2023 rose again and the number who were injured nearly doubled as criminals continue to target carriers for their antiquated “arrow keys” that allow access to mailboxes.
Milwaukee Common Council honors local LGBTQ+ ... - Milwaukee …
Jun 12, 2024 · The celebration followed the raising of the Intersex Progress Pride Flag on June 3 at the City’s Frank P. Zeidler Municipal Building. The short program in the Common Council chamber was led by Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa and Alderman Peter Burgelis, recognizing Brenda Coley, Israel Ramon, and Dan Terrio.