Milwaukee leaders gathered to rename North 5th Street as Dr. William Finlayson Street on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. While streets are often renamed, the Bronzeville District name change highlighted an important player in the city's African American history. "Dr. Finlayson is among that group that we call the greatest in their generation," said former Milwaukee Acting … [Read more...] about Dr. William Finlayson Street honors Milwaukee doctor, city icon
Northcott Neighborhood House and others partner to provide books and supplies to students in the Harambee Neighborhood
On Friday, August 11, 2023, Northcott Neighborhood House, Bader Philanthropies, United Methodist Church, WestCare Wisconsin, King Advisory, Inc., and Bronzeville Cultural and Arts Festival came together to pass out 2,000 books. These partners from all over the city collaborated to provide youth with book bags and school supplies; their goal was to give out thousands of book … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House and others partner to provide books and supplies to students in the Harambee Neighborhood
Our Daily Bread hosts ‘Back-to-School Community Bash’
Hundreds of Milwaukee-area students obtained supplies for the fall school year and enjoyed a "Welcome Back-to-School Community Bash" at Barack Obama School of Career and Technical Education on August 10, 2023. The event was sponsored by Our Daily Bread Community Outreach Center, Inc. (ODB), and United Healthcare Community Plan. Barack Obama School was the host. More than 200 … [Read more...] about Our Daily Bread hosts ‘Back-to-School Community Bash’
Trump and 18 allies charged in Georgia with election meddling as former president faces 4th criminal case
Donald Trump and 18 allies were indicted in Georgia on Monday, August 14, 2023, accused of scheming to illegally overturn his 2020 election loss in the state. It’s the fourth criminal case to be brought against the former president and the second this month to allege that he tried to subvert the results of the vote. The 97-page indictment details dozens of acts by Trump and … [Read more...] about Trump and 18 allies charged in Georgia with election meddling as former president faces 4th criminal case
Second Annual Fellowship Youth Open provides mentorships and engagement as well as golf
On Friday August 11, 2023, Currie Park golf course was the site of the Second Annual Fellowship Youth Open, a free golf clinic and competition event for Milwaukee County youth ages 12 to 18. This annual event brings together young people from throughout Milwaukee County to introduce them to the game of golf while providing mentorship and engagement opportunities for several … [Read more...] about Second Annual Fellowship Youth Open provides mentorships and engagement as well as golf
Historic King Drive BID #8 hosts outdoor breakfast
Approximately 90 members and guests of the Historic King Drive Business Improvement District (BID) #8 networked, enjoyed a free outdoor breakfast and heard presentations from various speakers, including Executive Director Ray Hill, who introduced a new “Pride and Promise” BID #8 campaign during the Bronzeville Week Business Breakfast August 9, 2023 held at 1916 N. Dr. Martin … [Read more...] about Historic King Drive BID #8 hosts outdoor breakfast
Dr. Carla Wright retires from MHSI after 30 years of service
On August 10, 2023, Dr. Carla Wright, a physician at Milwaukee Health Service, Inc. (MHSI) retired after 30 years of service. A luncheon was provided so all could wish her well. Pictured at the retirement are (from left) MHSI Chief Medical Officer Dr. Aronica Williams; Dr. Carla Wright; and MHSI President and CEO Dr. Tito Izard. … [Read more...] about Dr. Carla Wright retires from MHSI after 30 years of service
MATC students move into Westown Green Apartments in preparation for fall semester
On Tuesday, August 15, 2023, nearly 200 Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) students overfilled and pushed the traditional blue carts as they moved into Westown Green, the preferred housing partner of MATC. The affordable student housing apartments are just south of MATC’s Downtown Milwaukee Campus and adjacent to the Deer District. This is the third year that students … [Read more...] about MATC students move into Westown Green Apartments in preparation for fall semester
Supporters cheer MPS students as they return to school
It sounded like a Redcat roar coming from Bay View High School, where community, state, and school leaders, cheerleaders, and mascots welcomed students back to school Monday, August 14. 2023, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) began the new year for schools on the early start calendar, which includes all high schools, 6thto 8th-grade middle schools, K-12 schools, and several … [Read more...] about Supporters cheer MPS students as they return to school
Black adults’ high cardiovascular disease risk not due to race itself
Findings rebut idea that black adults’ higher risk is ‘unexplained’ or genetic Findings from a new Northwestern Medicine study rebut the idea that black individuals’ higher risk of cardiovascular disease is because of biological differences. Black adults are at significantly higher risk (1.6-2.4 times) for cardiovascular disease than white adults. The new study found … [Read more...] about Black adults’ high cardiovascular disease risk not due to race itself