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January 19th, 2026

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Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. hosts first-ever scholarship awards

On Saturday, May 20, 2023, the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. (PBSF) Delta XI Sigma Chapter hosted its first-ever 2023 College Scholarship presentation at the Milwaukee Public Library Atkinson Branch, 1960 W. Atkinson Ave. The keynote speaker for this event was Milwaukee Chief of Police Dr. Jeffrey B. Norman. This year's recipients are (lower left photo, from left) are Russell … [Read more...] about Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. hosts first-ever scholarship awards

MPS celebrates 2023 valedictorians and salutatorians

Congratulations to all Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) valedictorians and salutatorians. As we celebrate graduation, MPS wants to recognize its highest-achieving students. We are especially proud of the young women and men who have excelled and attained the highest grades in their class. Please join us in congratulating all our valedictorians and salutatorians. MPS Class … [Read more...] about MPS celebrates 2023 valedictorians and salutatorians

More than 100 MPS students earn NAFTrack Certification

Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is celebrating more than 100 students who have earned national NAFTrack Certification! Students were honored at an event on April 25, 2023, at Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) to recognize their hard work and commitment. Through the NAF (National Academy Foundation) program, students select an academy offered at their school and take … [Read more...] about More than 100 MPS students earn NAFTrack Certification

Five questions you should be asking if you have prostate cancer

The healthcare system has failed the black community. It doesn’t give African Americans the right tools or advice to deal with chronic diseases. When it comes to fatal illnesses, like prostate cancer, black men are more than likely to die from it due to a lack of resources from the healthcare system. According to research, “One in six black men will develop prostate cancer … [Read more...] about Five questions you should be asking if you have prostate cancer

What is the best time of day to exercise with type 2 diabetes?

If you’re one of the millions of folks living with type 2 diabetes, you know that regular exercise can help you keep your blood sugar in check. Now, new research suggests that working out in the afternoon may help maximize these benefits. The new study wasn’t designed to say how, or even if, exercising in the afternoon is better for blood sugar control, but researchers … [Read more...] about What is the best time of day to exercise with type 2 diabetes?

Alverno College celebrates students of color with rites of passage

Events mix tradition and sisterhood In a tradition that goes back more than 25 years, Alverno College honored graduating students of color in various cultural ceremonies on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Since 1994, Alverno has held a Bestowing of the Kente, a rite of passage recognizing black students who are graduating seniors, earning a master’s degree, or completing a … [Read more...] about Alverno College celebrates students of color with rites of passage

MPS mourns loss of principal McWilliams at WCLL

Deepest sympathies extended to family, students, and colleagues The Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) community is mourning the loss of Stanley W. McWilliams, the beloved principal of Wisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong Learning (WCLL). McWilliams, 54, passed away May 20, 2023. A proud alumnus of Rust College, a historically black college in Holly Springs, MS, McWilliams … [Read more...] about MPS mourns loss of principal McWilliams at WCLL

Groundbreaking held to celebrate new MLK Library Apartments

Nearly 100 new apartments and a new public library are coming to Milwaukee. A ceremony celebrating the groundbreaking was held for the MLK Library Apartments Friday, May 19, 2023. The $38-million project will transform the 2900 block of Doctor Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive into 93 affordable apartments, and a new 18,000-square-foot public library branch. "This project … [Read more...] about Groundbreaking held to celebrate new MLK Library Apartments