National and Local News
Milwaukee Recreation hosts 17th Annual Father/Daughter Dance
On Saturday, February 15, 2020, Milwaukee Recreation, Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative, and The Social Development Commission hosted the 17th Annual Daddy/ Daughter Dance at North Division High School, ... [Read More]
Milwaukee Urban League Guild share the love of reading with Auer Ave. students
On Friday, February 14, 2020, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) and the Milwaukee Urban League Guild (MULG) launched a brand new community services initiative called, "If You Love Me, Let Me Read to ... [Read More]
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. hosts ‘Pink Goes Red for Heart Health’
On Friday, February 7, 2020, the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority Inc./Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter honored national "Wear Red Day" and kept their hearts healthy by hosting an evening of line ... [Read More]
White House budget proposal cuts $8.6 billion from HUD
Programs serving low-and-moderate income consumers to end or suffer severe cuts By Charlene Crowell Once again, the White House Budget Proposal slashes funding and programs that many low-and ... [Read More]
Election results: Wisconsin spring primary election
On Tuesday, February 18, 2020 Wisconsinites headed to the polls to vote in the spring primary. The top two winners in this primary will face of in the general election on April 7, 2020. City of ... [Read More]
Black Lens presents ‘Black Women Behind the Lens’ panel
On Saturday, February 8, 2020, Milwaukee Film's Black Lens celebrated Black History Month with an all-female panel discussion at Nō Studios, 1037 West McKinley Ave. This year's Black History ... [Read More]
Editorials
Are there any Black people left?
It is Black History Month in the USA. This is the month the Caucasians allow ... [Read More]
Back into our neighborhoods
By Vince Bobot The downtown of Milwaukee has undergone a radical ... [Read More]
Christian Times
Modeling God’s love during Valentine’s month and beyond! (Conclusion)
“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have ... [Read More]
Remembering Thalia Beatrice Winfield
Remembering Thalia Beatrice Winfield October 17, 1924 -January 5, 2020 Thalia ... [Read More]
Modeling God’s love during Valentine’s month and beyond! (Week 3)
“For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son that whoever ... [Read More]
Personal Finance and Business
Planning for the future requires the right team behind you, WE Wealth Management Group
Perhaps the most reliable method to accumulate wealth involves creating a realistic investment plan, sticking with it and educating your heirs so they are prepared to assume the responsibilities when ... [Read More]
How not to break the bank this holiday season
The holidays are almost here. Get ready for festive parties, family gatherings, and...financial stress? Hold up, let's scratch that last one. The holidays should be a time for celebration, not ... [Read More]
Ten insider tips for new car buying
Whether you buy a new car regularly or haven't shopped for one since the invention of the minivan, the process goes more smoothly when you know what to expect. Let's start with some good news: There's ... [Read More]
Education
UWM coach Pat Baldwin writes about the process of overcoming adversity
By Pat Baldwin Men’s basketball coach University of ... [Read More]
MPS students showcase Black Lives Matter projects
February has been a busy month in Milwaukee Public Schools as students have ... [Read More]
Apply for PEOPLE program to prepare for UW–Madison
The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Precollege Enrichment Opportunity Program ... [Read More]
Health and Fitness
Black boys want to cry…when will we let them?
He was the oldest brother of my first love. This gangly energetic boy who always ... [Read More]
Three steps to protect your mental health after traumatic news
News stories and tragedies can be hard to deal with once you’ve seen them. ... [Read More]
Caregiver fatigue can wear you out! Here’s what can be done…
Life is full of uncertainties, and that includes when a loved one might need a ... [Read More]
What’s Happening?
What’s Happening in Milwaukee
Young Dolph and Key Glock No Rules Tour Tuesday, March 17 7 p.m. Doors / 8 p.m. Show Turner Hall Ballroom 1034 Vel R. Phillips Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53203 Bringing their triumphant trap flexes to ... [Read More]
What’s Happening in Milwaukee
Young Dolph and Key Glock No Rules Tour Tuesday, March 17 7 p.m. Doors / 8 p.m. Show Turner Hall Ballroom 1034 Vel R. Phillips Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53203 Bringing their triumphant trap flexes to ... [Read More]
South Milwaukee PAC Presents “Shaun Boothe: The Unauthorized Biography Series”
South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center is proud to present Shaun Boothe: The Unauthorized Biography Series on Thursday, January 30. Creator Shaun Boothe is an award-winning hip hop artist, TEDx ... [Read More]
Lifestyles
Spotlight on Michelle Obama
Over the years there has been few women of color who have caught the attention of the American public quite like our former First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama. Unlike previous First Ladies ... [Read More]
Ron Husband: The Story of Disney’s First Black Animator
By William Gooden Who was the first African American Disney animator? Most Disney geeks, like myself, will answer “Floyd Norman” and until a few weeks ago, I would have said the same thing. ... [Read More]
Audition notice for Love & Southern D!Scomfort
Black Arts MKE in association with Patton Daye Slater Productions presents LOVE & SOUTHERN D!SCOMFORT by Monica L. Patton and Bobby Daye. We’re seeking strong local actors, dancers and singers – ... [Read More]
We must establish the sense of family in Milwaukee
By Vince Bobot I have been urged by many people in our community to write ... [Read More]