Marquette University Gospel Choir honors and celebrates Black History Month

The Marquette University Gospel Choir welcomes students of all races and faith traditions who seek to explore and enhance their spirituality through Gospel music and praise.

Marquette Gospel Choir: Talking with the choir president
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Earlier we heard from the Marquette University Gospel Choir and its rendition of "Lift Every Voice and Sing." Now it's time we hear from student leaders of the group. FOX6's Andrew Amouzou sat down with the choir president about the what the group means to the Marquette campus and beyond.

Marquette Gospel Choir: A music medley
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It's time for one final performance from Marquette's Gospel Choir. The group is on a mission to spread faith and inspiration beyond Marquette's campus. Here they're singing a gospel medley featuring iconic spirituals: "It is Well (Spiritual)", "Great Is Thy Faithfulness (Hymn)", "To Thine Be The Glory (Hymn)."

Marquette Gospel Choir: "Lift Every Voice and Sing"
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As we recognize Black History Month, we cannot forget to mention the song, now widely known as the black national anthem. Written and composed in the early 20th century, the song is a symbol of hope and promise for Black Americans. With that, we now welcome the Marquette Gospel Choir as they perform "Lift Every Voice and Sing."

500 Black Tuxedos: Milwaukee nonprofit's event pairs boys, mentors

The Milwaukee nonprofit Community Agriculture Growing Experience, or CAGE, held its annual 500 Black Tuxedos event on Saturday.

2026 Flavors of Africa and Disapora Gala and Chef Showcase

The 2026 Flavors of Africa + Diaspora Wisconsin: Gala + Chef Showcase is a flavor fiesta in Wisconsin from the heart of Africa to the soul of Latin America and the Caribbean.

Nefertari African Dance Company celebrates Black History Month

The Nefertari African Dance/Drum Company in Milwaukee teaches dance and drums to all ages, performing all over the City of Milwaukee at various events.

Flavors of Africa Gala and Chef Showcase
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Happening this weekend...the Flavors of Africa Gala and Chef Showcase. Joining FOX6 WakeUp in studio this morning we have Chef Nicolas Ramos and event organizer Stephanie Piechowski-Seeby.

Learning about the Nefertari African Dance Company program
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As we celebrate Black History Month we're honoring culture, storytelling, and tradition through movement Joining FOX6 WakeUp live in studio this morning we have the Nefertari African Dance Company.

Nefertari African Dance Company
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Joining FOX6 WakeUp live in studio this morning is Marylinn Douglas and Gabby Lamar with the Nefertari African Dance Company.

Forest Home Cemetery: Honoring Milwaukee’s Black trailblazers

Forest Home Cemetery tours spotlight Black trailblazers who shaped Milwaukee, with students exploring historic gravesites and digital stories that preserve resilience and legacy.

Forest Home Cemetery tours spotlight Black trailblazers who shaped Milwaukee
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Forest Home Cemetery tours spotlight Black trailblazers who shaped Milwaukee, with students exploring historic gravesites and digital stories that preserve resilience and legacy.

America's 1st Black female TV meteorologist
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More than 50 years ago, seeing a Black woman deliver the weather on television was nearly unimaginable. But June Bacon-Bercey changed that reality — and the face of broadcast meteorology forever.

Legacy of June Bacon-Bercey; America's 1st Black female TV meteorologist

More than 50 years ago, seeing a Black woman deliver the weather on television was nearly unimaginable. But June Bacon-Bercey changed that reality — and the face of broadcast meteorology forever.

Milwaukee pastor honored; Port Avenue honorarily renamed in surprise

Milwaukee officially on Sunday honorarily renamed Port Avenue next to Christ the King Baptist Church for Pastor John W. McVicker Sr., surprising the longtime leader with a tribute to decades of service.

Milwaukee pastor honored with street name
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Milwaukee officially on Sunday renamed Port Avenue next to Christ the King Baptist Church for Pastor John W. McVicker Sr., surprising the longtime leader with a tribute to decades of service.

Milwaukee non-profit CAGE hosting 500 Black Tuxedos event Saturday

A Milwaukee non-profit is tailoring confidence today, to shape leaders for tomorrow. Andre Lee Ellis joined FOX6 WakeUp in studio to share more about the 500 Black Tuxedos event.

500 Black Tuxedos interview
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A Milwaukee non-profit is tailoring confidence today, to shape leaders for tomorrow. CAGE (Community Agriculture Growing Experience) Founder and Executive Director Andre Lee Ellis joined FOX6 WakeUp in studio to share more about the 500 Black Tuxedos event happening on Saturday, Feb. 21.

Milwaukee nonprofit seeks mentors for annual 500 Black Tuxedos event

A Milwaukee nonprofit is calling on more men to mentor boys during the annual 500 Black Tuxedos event, pairing youth with role models for a day of growth.