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White supremacists account for most extremists murders in 2017, according to new Anti-Defamation league report.
The Madison Network of Black Professionals welcomed a new leadership team to help further mission of making Madison ideal for Black professionals to thrive.
Gov. Scott Walker hopes to see the timeline for the closure of Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake juvenile correctional facilities moved up to this year.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced that Senate leaders have come to an agreement to end the government shutdown.
A federal jury found former Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke did not violate the free speech rights of a man on his flight.
Recent UW-Madison graduate Julia Nepper completed her Ph.D. at just 23 years old.
Madison Gas and Electric’s “Living in Balance” initiative showcases Perfect Imperfections by Jasmine Banks to promote local sustainability businesses.
Ten-year-old Jaia Davis challenged bullying by co-authoring a book titled I am F.A.T., which stands for fabulous, awesome and terrific!
The Wisconsin Black Chambers of Commerce will host its second annual Black Arts and Entertainment Festival this February in hopes of building community.
Wisconsin State Senator Lena Taylor reflects on the 1964 Freedom Summer and the life and crimes of Edgar Ray Killen.
Local artist Michael Ward uses his “Obsurd” illustrations of celebrate uniqueness and empower differently-abled youth.
The Madison Public Library and the Hip-Hop Architect Michael Ford challenge students to design new teen space for Goodman Branch library next week.
The Wisconsin Historical Society will host a number of events in observance of Black History Month.
A new Mixed Martial Arts gym on Madison’s Southside, started by ShaH Evans, offers fitness that fosters confidence and empowerment.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health is set to host its inaugural Diversity Summit titled “Identity and Resilience,” with the intentions to address the number of Black men in medicine.
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