Host of “The Evening Rush”
"{The Evening Rush" is a talk radio program where you can learn and discuss issues that impact our city, state and the world. Earl’s passion is improving the conditions of the community with an uplifting and informational approach.
Did You Know
Earl Ingram is a life long resident of Milwaukee, WI and a proud graduate of Washington High School-Class of ’72. The majority of Ingram’s professional career was spent working at A.O. Smith/Tower Automotives for 33 years . He recently resigned from the City of Milwaukee Housing Authority (HACM) as an Assistant Education Specialist in the Parklawn Development. He has been married to his high school sweetheart, Allie for more than 30 years and they are the proud parents of 3 sons, Dwan, Jason, and Julius, along with raising a great nephew, Jahmaree.
Community Involvement
Earl serves as a mentor and volunteer at his Alma-Mater, Washington High School. Every February for Black History Month he brings together black leaders from all walks of life, from judges to journeymen, fellow radio and TV personalities, Politicians, corporate CEOs, and even medical professionals to address issues within the city. He trys to show the children the power of education. He also works with the High School staff to provide funding for a city wide “Special Needs Prom”. This is truly one of the most beautiful events of the year where hundreds of disabled children dressed in their finest, dance and communicate with each other. Attending this event provides them with great self-esteem and a great comfort level with one another.
President of the Neighborhood Children’s Sports League (NCSL)
For the past 12 years Earl has operated NCSL, a football league volunteer program and is the largest youth tackle football league under one roof in the state of Wisconsin. Currently there are over 700 boys’ ages 6 to 14 years old. This program builds leadership through teamwork and communication allowing us to have young men in universities all over the country. During his tenure and leadership as President, two of the players have gone on to play professionally as countless others have gone on to get their degrees.
Honors and Awards
Ahmadiyya Muslim Service Award – 2009
Benedict Center– Extraordinarily Committed to Justice Award – 2009
Black Child Development Institute Inc. – Children’s Legacy Award – 2009
Top Ladies of Distinction – Celebrating Fathers and Mentors – 2008
Commendation from Govenor Doyle, State of Wisconsin – 2008
Outstanding Father and Mentor, Milwaukee County – 2008
U.S. House of Representatives Accommodation Award – 2008
Leisure Activities: I enjoy spending time with the youth in our community.
Favorite Sayings: It's the time and what must be done - Minister Louis Farrakhan
Favorite Artist: Marvin Gaye
Favorite Talk Show Host & Show: Keith Obermon and The Count Down
Most Memorable Interview: When I talked with Valarie Jarette
Most Memorable Moment at 1290 WMCS: The very first time I filled in at 1290
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A new battle has emerged in 2011 as Republican governors have taken on public sector unions, in some cases stripping them of rights that have been in place for 50 years. It's part of a trend that is happening in key swing states and may weaken democratic voting strength in next year's presidential election.
Earl Ingram is featured in this episode of Fault Lines