Simone Cazares
In 2021, Simone Cazares was WUWM's Eric Von Broadcast Fellow. She later became a WUWM reporter.
Simon is now the communications and community engagement manager at the YWCA of South Florida.
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In Milwaukee’s LGBTQ+ community, there has been more support of the push for all Black lives to matter coming from people of all backgrounds. While some Black members of the LGBTQ+ community say having the support of white allies can help push important issues, there are times when they would like to see white allies take a step back.
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Sen. Ron Johnson organized a press conference Monday to highlight stories of people who say they experienced serious side effects from the COVID-19 vaccine. Many health officials disagree with his claims.
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Milwaukee’s Sherman Phoenix has reopened. It’s the first time the building has been open for full service since the pandemic began more than a year ago.
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On Thursday, Wisconsin’s Joint Committee on Finance held an executive session on the state’s biennial budget. One of the biggest sections of the budget is on the state’s Department of Corrections.
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The Wisconsin Senate on Wednesday passed a bill that would prohibit police from using chokeholds, except in life-threatening situations or to defend themselves.
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The near south side of Milwaukee has long been home to the city’s Mexican community, where food has always been an important part of the culture. This week's Bubbler Talk explores the history of one family's longtime restaurant — Luna's Texas Restaurant.
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Republican Sen. Ron Johnson on Thursday said he remains undecided about seeking a third term in 2022, stopped short of recommending people be vaccinated for the COVID-19 virus and refused to blame former President Donald Trump for the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection.
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As of June 1, the Milwaukee Health Department will no longer enforce gathering limits and mask requirements.
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The state Senate Committee on Labor and Regulatory Reform met to discuss a bill that would bring an end to the $300 federal unemployment supplement for Wisconsin residents Tuesday.
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Forward Latino, a national nonprofit that advocates for Latinos in the United States, has launched a statewide campaign to help Latinos in Wisconsin get the COVID-19 vaccine.