The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) celebrated equity and inclusion at the "62nd Annual Whitney M. Young, Jr., Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon" on February 23, 2023 at the Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee. Individuals received awards in areas including economic development, education, health, advocacy, and more. GMUL and Molson Coors also launched "The Entrepreneurship … [Read more...] about GMUL hosts ’62nd Annual Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon’
Local photographer honored at City’s Black History program
On Tuesday, February 28, 2023 the City of Milwaukee's "7th Annual Black History Program" was held at the City Hall Rotunda. The program was put on by Alderpersons Milele Coggs, Mark Chambers, Jr., Khalif Rainey and Russell W. Stamper II. The Living Legend Award went to Yvonne Kemp, who was born in Racine, Wisconsin, but raised in Milwaukee. She attended Seifert Elementary … [Read more...] about Local photographer honored at City’s Black History program
Milwaukee Walmart closing, Hayat Pharmacy works to fill need
The Walmart Supercenter at Milwaukee's Timmerman Plaza will close for good March 10, 2023. Thousands rely on it for groceries, but the pharmacy is also key for many people's essential medications. Hayat Pharmacy held a wellness event Saturday, February. 25, 2023 as it works to fill the gap. "Hayat is not just about putting pills into a vial and selling it to a patient. … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Walmart closing, Hayat Pharmacy works to fill need
MCTS testing of new payment system starts this month
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is introducing a new payment system that will allow it to cap fares for riders — helping improve social equity in the county, researchers say. Essentially, everyone who has a bus card or downloads the app will ride for free after hitting the fare cap. The caps in Milwaukee will be $4 for the day, $19.50 for the week … [Read more...] about MCTS testing of new payment system starts this month
1000 years African American self-racism
You hear African Americans complain constantly about racism in the USA. “The Caucasians are racist,” has been said by many African Americans. “No other- so called people of color get the treatment African Americans get in the USA,” is the statement many African American political aspirants scream. Well, I say, “The most racist treatment I have run into during the past few years … [Read more...] about 1000 years African American self-racism
Remembering William L. Hackney
William L. Hackney went home peacefully to our heavenly Father on Saturday, December 24, 2022, in Milwaukee. Born in Detroit, his light shone for 82 years. William was a resident of Milwaukee for more than 50 years. During that time, he worked in a brewery; as a case manager for the State of Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development; as a volunteer at the Clinton Rose … [Read more...] about Remembering William L. Hackney
Tiffany Tardy named New Executive Director of MPS Foundation
The Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Foundation has chosen local education leader and MPS alum, Tiffany Tardy, as its new Executive Director. Tardy’s background in educational and nonprofit leadership, combined with her passion for helping students of color, first-generation students, and limited-income students achieve higher education, make her the ideal person to build on … [Read more...] about Tiffany Tardy named New Executive Director of MPS Foundation
Ten ways to protect your brain
There is no time like the present. How we treat our brain now will ultimately determine how well it ages and whether or not we are at risk for dementia or stroke. So how do protect your brain from cognitive decline, you may ask? Well, one of the best ways to cut your risk is through lifestyle changes. Two University of Michigan neurologists offer 10 tips for modifying those … [Read more...] about Ten ways to protect your brain
This Week In Black History
March 2, 1867 – U.S. Congress enacts charter to establish Howard University. March 3, 1865 – Freedman's Bureau established by federal government to aid newly freed slaves. March 4, 1965 – Bill Russell of the Boston Celtics honored as NBA most valuable player for fourth time in five years. March 5, 1770 – Crispus Attucks becomes one of the first casualties of the … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue March 2, 2023
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