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We sent a letter to the Milwaukee Common Council today, asking them to stop acquiring new surveillance technology and regulate existing surveillance technology to keep Milwaukeeans safe. Read the letter here: aclu-wi.org/en/press-relea…

More than five years in the making, a new documentary premieres at the Milwaukee Film Festival this May. CYCLE tells the story of Ty’Rese West — a vibrant 18-year-old Black teenager from Racine whose life was cut short by a police officer in 2019. mkefilm.org/events/mff25/c…

We call on the Milwaukee Common Council to place a two-year pause on any new surveillance technology and develop regulations for existing ones while providing meaningful opportunities for community input. gizmodo.com/milwaukee-poli…

The documentary "CYCLE" has its world premiere today at the Milwaukee Film festival. The film is on the tragic story of Ty’Rese West, an 18-year-old Black teenager from Racine, who was killed by a police officer.

CW: Racine Police announced today that a person was fatally shot by an officer overnight. This occurred less than eight hours after the world premiere of “Cycle," a documentary about the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Ty’Rese West by Mount Pleasant Police Officer Eric Giese.

GOLD FOR Angela Lang!!!!!

On Mother’s Day, we hope you feel honored for all your years of caring for your children and grandchildren. And every day, we hope you feel how loved you are. #MothersDay #Love

Huge congratulations to Angela Lang BLOC’S Executive Director for taking home the Gold Milwaukee Press Club Best Online Editorial op-ed of the Year! Your words made waves—last year you won silver this year is gold like your zodiac color LEO ♌️ 🎉well deserved! @civic_media_us

Our wellness event was a resounding success—thank you to everyone who participated in making health and well-being a priority. See you next year 🫶🏽

Wellness wins! Our 3rd Annual Wellness In the Park Event event brought energy, mindfulness, and motivation to the community 💪🏽🩵🖤

Another productive community meeting in the books! Amazing turnout, inspiring ideas, and powerful conversations. This month we had a know your rights Training. You can learn more about Know Your Right Training here... milwaukeeturners.org/know-your-righ…

MKE County: Supervisors Concerned About Facial Recognition Technology urbanmilwaukee.com/2025/06/09/mke…

The error rate of facial recognition systems is not just a technical problem—it’s a civil rights crisis. Many people across the country have already suffered wrongful arrests and detentions due to faulty FRT matches. milwaukeenns.org/2025/06/15/mpd…

Juneteenth! Energy was rich, culture was loud & proud. The Blackness was everything! To the vendors, to the art, music, and community it reminded us how powerful and beautiful we are. We’re surrounded by love, history, and excellence. Until next year, Happy Freedom Day. 🖤❤️💚

Tell your alderperson on the Milwaukee Common Council, the Mayor, the Milwaukee County Board, the Milwaukee County Exec, and the Milwaukee County Sheriff to say NO to FRT in Milwaukee: secure.ngpvan.com/BctByUMuNEGnKE…

We honor the night of the Stonewall Riots a powerful stand for freedom, dignity, & the right to exist. This time in history sparks a movement that continues to shape our world. As we honor the LGBTQIA+ community, remember their courage and keep lifting each other up. 🌈🫶🏽

A great read for today. Many of us feel disconnected from this holiday and this offers a powerful perspective of why. nmaahc.si.edu/explore/storie…