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Milwaukee Celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride Month: A Historic Reflection

6/26/2025

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WISN 12 News proudly honors LGBTQ+ Pride Month by reflecting on pivotal moments in history. On June 17, 1989, Milwaukee witnessed its inaugural Pride March, drawing 1,000 passionate participants. This month also marks the anniversary of the Stonewall riots in 1969, a catalyst for LGBTQ+ activism that ultimately led to the federal designation of June as Pride Month.

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WISN 12 News proudly honors LGBTQ+ Pride Month by reflecting on pivotal moments in history. On June 17, 1989, Milwaukee witnessed its inaugural Pride March, drawing 1,000 passionate participants. This month also marks the anniversary of the Stonewall riots in 1969, a catalyst for LGBTQ+ activism that ultimately led to the federal designation of June as Pride Month.