Hmong ethnic people preserving traditional blacksmithing
Long Hay, in Muong Phang, Dien Bien Phu city, Dien Bien province, is a village inhabited by Hmong ethnic people. Some local families have continued the traditional craft of forging …
Hmong Heritage Month Used as a Opportunity to Educate the Community
April marks Hmong Heritage Month, and it’s a way for people to learn and acknowledge the culture and history of Hmong people. Full story: …
Hickory Family Pharmacy, first Hmong-owned pharmacy in Hickory, closes
Hickory Family Pharmacy, the first Hmong-owned pharmacy in Hickory, closed over the weekend of April 19. The pharmacy opened under the ownership of May Vang in March of 2023. A …
Evers signs Act 266 into law
Gov. Tony Evers signed Act 266 into law April 4 which states that Hmong and Asian American history shall be part of the Wisconsin K-12 curriculum. “The Hmong and Asian …
Yia Xiong’s daughter sues St. Paul police over fatal shooting, says officers ‘deliberately ignored’ policy reforms
Dahir and Officer Noushue Cha, who used a Taser in the incident, “encouraged by the culture of the St. Paul Police Department, deliberately ignored those policies,” the lawsuit continued. “As …
Lawsuit filed against St. Paul police officers in Yia Xiong’s death
In an exclusive interview, the lawyers representing the family of Yia Xiong told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS they think there’s clear negligence on the civil level. Full story: …
Yia Xiong shooting: Family files wrongful death lawsuit
A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against the City of St. Paul for a fatal police shooting in Feb. 2023. Full story: …
Daughter sues St. Paul, two officers in Yia Xiong’s killing
The lawsuit accuses the two officers and the city of negligence in the death of the Hmong immigrant and war veteran. Full story: …
Hnub Anzac Day tseem ceeb li cas rau neeg tsiv teb tsaws chaw?
Anzac Day ces yog hnub taug kev rau tej neeg uas sib ntaus sib tua ntawm Gallipoli xwb. Tab sis tam sim no ces kuj cia tej tub rog tam …
Why the SDGs Should Be Revised to Meet the Needs of Indigenous Peoples
Indigenous people have unique needs and backgrounds that are overlooked by the 17 targets outlined by the United Nations. Full story: …
Around the world: Putnam Height’s Multicultural Fair celebrates community heritages
With a celebration full of music, food and art from all over the world, Tuesday’s Multicultural Fair was a big night for families at Putnam Heights Elementary … Full story: …
A symphony of diversity, art and identity
A dashing red carpet and flower decorations accenting every table greeted attendees on the evening of April 19 as Klas Center hosted Asian Heritage Night. With the help of the …
IMPACT 100 Greater Wausau announces 2024 grant finalists
One finalist will receive a grant of $100,000 at the Impact100 Greater Wausau Annual Awards Celebration on Monday, May 13. The other finalists will each receive grants of $24,500. The …
Vice President Harris speaks to nursing home care employees in La Crosse
Vice President Kamala Harris made her third visit to Wisconsin this year as part of her campaign trail, with a roundtable at the Hmong Cultural and Community Center in La …
Vice President Kamala Harris discusses better pay and more for health care workers
L A CROSSE, Wis. (WEAU) – Vice President Kamala Harris met with health care workers Monday at the Hmong Cultural and Community Center in La Crosse to discuss their importance …
Kamala Harris announces new rules for nursing home staffing in visit to La Crosse
Vice President Kamala Harris was at the Hmong Cultural and Community Center on Monday to address nursing home care workers. Full story: …
Vice President Kamala Harris to discuss new nursing home care rules in La Crosse visit today
Vice President Kamala Harris meets with nursing home workers in La Crosse to discuss new federal requirements for staffing and compensation. Full story: …
“We’re wings of the same bird.” Yee Leng Xiong looks to bring “annoyingly moderate” outlook to State Assembly
Yee Leng Xiong started his career as an elected official early. A 2012 graduate of DC Everest High School in Marathon County, he first ran for – and won – …
