On Sunday, January 15, 2023, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ® (AKA) Epsilon Kappa Omega (EKΩ) Milwaukee Chapter celebrated the 115th anniversary of their sorority by lighting the Hoan Bridge. Nearly 200 of the 385 members of the Epsilon Kappa Omega Milwaukee Chapter showed up for the bridge lighting. EKΩ Chapter is the first alumnae chapter that was chartered in … [Read more...] about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. celebrates 115 years with Hoan Bridge lighting
National Black Nurse Association chapter hosts installation ceremony
Thursday January 12, 2023, The Milwaukee Chapter of the National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) hosted their installation celebration for their 2023 president and officers at Four Points Sheraton, 8900 N. Kildeer Ct. The local chapter was chartered in 1980 and has played an active role in Milwaukee as a forum for advocacy and implementation strategies that address health … [Read more...] about National Black Nurse Association chapter hosts installation ceremony
After years of delay new King Library coming
Spring groundbreaking planned for complicated project with new library, 93 apartments. After seven years of planning, the development team behind a new Martin Luther King Library branch and connected apartment complex is gearing up for a spring groundbreaking. “This project has been a long time coming,” said Milwaukee Public Library (MPL) construction manager Sam … [Read more...] about After years of delay new King Library coming
How are you still here?
It has been more than 500 years since Black people hit the shores of what is now called the USA. During these years black people have been exploited, humiliated and killed. All of this adversity has been placed upon the necks of black people. Lo and behold, in 2023 black people are still surviving in the USA. The question is, “How are black people still surviving in the … [Read more...] about How are you still here?
God willing, Milwaukee resident James Brown will celebrate his 95th birthday on January 28th
On the day he was born in 1928, American aviator Charles Lindbergh successfully completed a solo flight across the Andes Mountain range in South America. This was less than a year after he changed the course of history by successfully completing a solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean from New York City to Paris, France, without refueling. Milwaukee's James Brown (not to be … [Read more...] about God willing, Milwaukee resident James Brown will celebrate his 95th birthday on January 28th
Daddy/Daughter Dance to return on Feb. 18, 2023
Milwaukee Recreation is excited to welcome the community back to its annual Daddy/Daughter Dance. We look forward to seeing you all on the dance floor in February - it’s time to groove. General Event Details: Where: North Division HS When: Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023 Ages: 1-17 for daughters Register at https://web2.myvscloud.com. When registering for the event, … [Read more...] about Daddy/Daughter Dance to return on Feb. 18, 2023
Congratulations to MPS 2023 winter graduates
Milwaukee Public Schools has honored 122 students who completed graduation requirements during the fall semester and earned the right to wear a cap and gown. Students walked across the stage and received diplomas in front of family and friends. The district released a graduation video on January 7, 2023, on the district YouTube channel to celebrate the occasion and can be … [Read more...] about Congratulations to MPS 2023 winter graduates
Are you at risk for a leading cause of blindness in black Americans?
By Cheryl L. Dejewski Glaucoma is known as the “Sneak Thief of Sight” because the most common type is painless and progresses so slowly that most people don't notice symptoms for years— until severe permanent damage has already occurred. Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness, especially for blacks. In fact, black Americans have a 6-8 times higher risk rate, and at least … [Read more...] about Are you at risk for a leading cause of blindness in black Americans?
Black mayors will lead four largest cities in America following historic midterm wins
For the first time in U.S. history, New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago and Houston all will have black mayors, following Karen Bass' recent victory in the City of Angels When Rep. Karen Bass takes office as the new mayor of Los Angeles next month, the country's four largest cities will all have black leaders. The former state assemblywoman and current U.S. … [Read more...] about Black mayors will lead four largest cities in America following historic midterm wins
This Week In Black History
January 26, 1954 – Dr. Theodore K. Lawless, dermatologist, awarded the Spingarn Medal for his research in skin-related diseases. January 27, 1961 – Leontyne Price made her Metropolitan Opera debut. January 28, 1787 – Free Africa Society organized in Philadelphia. January 29, 1926 – Violette Nealy Anderson becomes the first black woman lawyer to argue a case before the … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History