"If you want to change the world, you change the world of a child." –Rep. Patricia Schroeder When former Congresswoman Patricia Schroeder passed away March 13, 2023, many people were quick to remember the Harvard-educated lawyer who became the first woman member of Congress from Colorado as a trailblazing feminist politician. As a founding member and co-chair of the … [Read more...] about Still fighting for families
Tiffany Henry celebrates a fabulous 40th birthday
On Sunday, March 19, 2023, more than 75 people, a mixture of family, friends and community leaders came together to celebrate Tiffany Henry's ' Joy In the City' 40th Birthday Celebration. This event was held at Saint Kate Hotel in the Arch Theatre, 139 East Kilbourn Avenue. This event was an "All Black Affair" Tiffany Henry is currently the Wisconsin Office … [Read more...] about Tiffany Henry celebrates a fabulous 40th birthday
Have fun learning in Summer Academy
Summer Academy will be here before we know it! Sign up now to reserve your spot. Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has summer programs for students in K5 through grade 12. Summer programs are free for students living in the city of Milwaukee; students living outside the city of Milwaukee can attend by paying a fee. Elementary students (K5–grade 8) can participate in a five-week … [Read more...] about Have fun learning in Summer Academy
Using your senses to identify a stroke
Our senses can help us out when danger is near. Take for example when we hear someone call for help or smell something that is on fire. But did you know our senses can also help us identify a stroke? Here’s how to use your senses to spot a stroke FAST. Sight Vision might be impaired during a stroke. The brain controls eye movement, which may produce double vision. As … [Read more...] about Using your senses to identify a stroke
This Week In Black History
March 23, 1873 – Slavery abolished in Puerto Rico. March 24, 1837 – Canada gives African American citizens the right to vote. March 25, 1843 – Explorer Jacob Dodson sets out in search of the Northwest Passage. March 26, 1872 – Thomas J. Martin patents fire extinguisher. 1911 – William H. Lewis becomes U.S. assistant attorney general. March 27, 1930 – Of the 116,000 … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue March 23, 2023
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Word of Hope Ministries, Inc., hosts ‘2nd Annual Diverse Business Summit and Graduation’
On Saturday, March 11, 2023, Word of Hope Ministries, Inc., held its "2nd Annual Diverse Business Summit and Graduation" at Green Tree Preparatory Academy, 6850 N. 58th Street. The event was the culmination of the 8-week Cohort for the Diverse Business Development Program. There were various speakers who provided resources and information to small businesses. It was also an … [Read more...] about Word of Hope Ministries, Inc., hosts ‘2nd Annual Diverse Business Summit and Graduation’
Hoan Bridge lit in honor of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
On Friday, March 3, 2023, the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) lit the Daniel Hoan Memorial Bridge and other city buildings in blue in recognition of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. "We light the bridge blue, and nearly 13 other landmarks across the city blue, to bring awareness to this disease that is, preventable, beatable and treatable," said Associate Professor at MCW … [Read more...] about Hoan Bridge lit in honor of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Federal lawsuit: Wisconsin black man arrested while driving with white grandmother sues officers
Akil Carter is suing Wauwatosa police claiming officers violated his civil rights A man claims he was wrongfully pulled over by Wauwatosa police officers, ordered out of the car to his knees at gunpoint and then handcuffed and placed in the back of a squad car, all because he is black. The traffic stop happened in September 2018 near 114th and Burleigh streets near the … [Read more...] about Federal lawsuit: Wisconsin black man arrested while driving with white grandmother sues officers
Celebrating the Life of Dora Lee Hogan
Dora Lee Hogan was born on February 14, 1926 to the union of her adoring parents, John Wesley and Barbara Freeman, in Forest City, Arkansas. She earned a diploma from Dunbar High School in Madison, Illinois and would later complete courses at the University of Wisconsin with an emphasis in fostering young children. Dora accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age … [Read more...] about Celebrating the Life of Dora Lee Hogan