The world has once again celebrated Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday. There is not a person in the USA who does not know who King is, or what he stood for. King is revered as one of the greatest African American leaders in the history of the world. In 2023 the African Americans he died for need to look back at two of his famous speeches in order to measure their … [Read more...] about Celebrate the man
Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream lives in acts of justice big and small
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., had to have known as he delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech 60 years ago that the moment would change a nation. After the historic March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, King stood before a sea of 250,000 people gathered Aug. 28, 1963, below the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. He rose to the occasion, departing from his … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream lives in acts of justice big and small
This Week In Black History
January 19, 1969 – UCLA renames its social science buildings to honor alumnus Ralph Bunche. January 20, 1977 – Patricia Roberts Harris becomes U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, the first black woman to hold a Cabinet position. January 21, 1936 – Former Congressman Barbara Jordan born. January 22, 1949 – James Robert Gladden becomes first African American … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue January 19, 2023
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Dr. Denita Ball sworn in as first female African American Sheriff
Dr. Denita R. Ball was sworn in on Friday, January 6, 2023, as the 66th Sheriff of Milwaukee County. She is the first female sheriff in Milwaukee County and the first African American female sheriff in Wisconsin. The historic community ceremony took place at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center, 750 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. The Honorable Chief Justice Mary Triggiano swore in … [Read more...] about Dr. Denita Ball sworn in as first female African American Sheriff
Anna Marie Hodges sworn in as Clerk of Circuit Court
Anna Marie Hodges was sworn in as the Milwaukee County Clerk of Circuit Court on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at the Rotunda of the Milwaukee County Courthouse. She made history as the first African American female elected to this office. The Honorable Judge Maxine Aldridge White administered the oath of office. … [Read more...] about Anna Marie Hodges sworn in as Clerk of Circuit Court
Damar Hamlin could be released from a Buffalo hospital in the next day or two
A week after suffering a cardiac arrest while playing the Cincinnati Bengals, doctors are hoping Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is healthy enough to be released from a Buffalo hospital within 24 to 48 hours, Michael Hughes, senior vice president and chief administrative officer at Kaleida Health, told CNN on Tuesday, January 10, 2023. Doctors are finishing tests and are … [Read more...] about Damar Hamlin could be released from a Buffalo hospital in the next day or two
Larresa Taylor is excited to announce her candidacy for Aldermanic District 9
On January 2, 2023, Larresa Taylor announced her candidacy for Aldermanic District 9. Taylor is a mother of three, a military veteran, a school teacher and a community advocate. Her service in the City of Milwaukee as a block watch captain for more than 20 years has prepared her well for the opportunity to become the 9th District Alderwoman. Residents can be assured that their … [Read more...] about Larresa Taylor is excited to announce her candidacy for Aldermanic District 9
Boyd: King embraced ‘tension,’ being labeled ‘extremist’ and was ‘drum major for justice’
By: Oseye Boyd Do you know who the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., was? I mean really was. Not this sanitized version of “a man who had a dream” that “his four children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.” I’m not sure how this whitewashed version of King has proliferated our … [Read more...] about Boyd: King embraced ‘tension,’ being labeled ‘extremist’ and was ‘drum major for justice’
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!