Victim’s husband appeals for calm after Wisconsin shooting left 4 dead
The husband of one of four people killed in a string of shootings by a suspect who is Hmong urged community members not to “get caught up in colors” in reacting to the attack. Nengmy Vang, 45, is accused of launching a rampage that spanned three northern …
First ever Hmong Wausau Festival gets big funding boost
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) –The Hmong American Center in Wausau is getting a $10 thousand donation from the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, and it will all be put toward funding the first ever Hmong Wausau Festival. The festival will give visitors a taste of …
March Against Hate in Stevens Point
The march was organized by Hmong students from Stevens Point and Wisconsin Rapids, including Gaoia Xiong. She said, “We want people to be more open about these issues in our community and not be scared to let their voice be heard. Pressure the District …
Hmong military officer Youa Kao Vang aided U.S forces in CIA ‘Secret War’ in Laos
Hmong military officer Youa Kao Vang aided U.S forces in CIA ‘Secret War’ in Laos A Hmong military officer was honored Saturday as part of his three-day funeral in Milwaukee. Check out this story on jsonline.com: https://jsonl.in/2nDRCY1
Herb Kohl Foundation announces 2017 academic awards and scholarships
Tasmia Branch, Lad Lake Synergy South Xiomara Lara, Milwaukee Community Cyber High School Guillaume Thompson, Groppi High School Cheng Yang, Hmong American Peace Academy Shyanne Zeungner, Bay View High School Excellence Scholarship recipients demonstrate …
ASM unanimously endorses implementation of Hmong-American studies program
To promote inclusivity for the Hmong communities at the University of Wisconsin, Associated Students of Madison unanimously moved to endorse a proposal to implement a Hmong-American Studies Program and Certificate Wednesday. Two students, Kia Vang and …
Hmong Catholics make pilgrimage to Holy Land
GREEN BAY — Some couldn’t hold back tears. Others were all smiles as they shared their experiences at a gathering on March 12 in the downstairs area of St. Jude Church. One after another, members of the Hmong Catholic Community stepped forward to …
Hmong: As Hate Crime Increases in Wisconsin, Rep. Shankland Urges Community to Respect Hmong People
Democratic Representative Katrina Shankland urges Wisconsin residents to respect the Hmong community and denounces any action or speech that incites hate. In doing so, Rep. Shankland responds to two incidents that occurred in Wisconsin earlier this month.
Asian market provides jobs, gathering place for Hmong community
Editor’s note: This article is one of an occasional series profiling the 15 finalists for the Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDIs). The Milwaukee Asian Public Market Phongsavan is a finalist for the State Farm Building …
Speaking out against hate toward the Hmong community
STEVENS POINT, Wis. (WSAW) Several members of the Hmong community said they’re living in fear, after two traumatic incidents right here in northcentral Wisconsin. One Hmong family in Junction City has now relocated fearing their safety. This comes after …
Attorney Kristy Yang Hopes to Become Wisconsin’s First Hmong-American Judge
As a young child growing up in a refugee camp in Thailand after the Vietnam War, Kashoua “Kristy” Yang only knew two words of English. They were “Pepsi, please.” “In the refugee camp in Thailand, if we were lucky enough, we’d have a few sips of Pepsi …
State Assembly honors Aviation Heritage Center in Sheboygan Falls
and a T-28 aircraft used to train Hmong pilots in Thailand in support of U.S. operations in the “Secret War” in Laos during the Vietnam War. The Aviation Heritage Center of Wisconsin hosts thousands of visitors annually from across the state …
Rep. Katsma, Rep. Vorpagel: State Assembly honors Aviation Heritage Center of Wisconsin
and a T-28 aircraft used to train Hmong pilots in Thailand in support of U.S. operations in the “Secret War” in Laos during the Vietnam War. The Aviation Heritage Center of Wisconsin hosts thousands of visitors annually from across the state …
Wausau police take stance on racial issues
This comes just days after prosecutors said 80-year-old Henry Kaminski made racist comments and fired shots at his Hmong neighbor leading to a three hour standoff with police. While it happened in Junction City, Wausau Police Deputy Chief Ben Bliven said …
‘Force of nature’ Blia Cha retires from ACTS Housing
When Worm began working at ACTS Housing, which he co-founded, he hired Cha because of her outreach skills and ability to communicate with members of the Hmong community. Milwaukee resident Benton Thao purchased a home in Midtown with Cha’s help.
73-year-old man arrested in Wausau for impersonating an officer
STEVENS POINT (WAOW) – An 80-year-old man arrested following a three-hour standoff where four shots were fired, forcing the evacuation of a neighborhood in Junction City, made racial and disparaging comments about Hmong people, Portage County District …
Winds and downed trees has Wausau opening yard waste site
STEVENS POINT (WAOW) – An 80-year-old man arrested following a three-hour standoff where four shots were fired, forcing the evacuation of a neighborhood in Junction City, made racial and disparaging comments about Hmong people, Portage County District …
Budget Delays Uwec Projects
In addition, Walker recommended deferring $4.4 million in utility work at the Chippewa Valley Correctional Treatment Facility in Chippewa Falls and recommended denying a request for $2 million to build a Western Wisconsin Hmong Cultural Center in Eau Claire.
