On Thursday, September 29, 2022, the Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) hosted a "Principal Recognition Program" at America's Black Holocaust Museum, 401 West North Avenue. This event recognized all the principals of elementary and high schools that the Greater Milwaukee Urban League is partnered with for their dedication, service and commitment to the youth of Milwaukee. … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League honors local principals
African Diaspora Council’s ‘6th Annual School Supply Drive
This year the African Diaspora Council (ADC) held its "6th Annual School Supply Drive," and they are very excited to continue this wonderful community initiative with their adopted school, Lafollette Elementary located at 3239 N. 9th Street. The students who attend this school often do so without having the tools students desperately need to return to learning and to ensure … [Read more...] about African Diaspora Council’s ‘6th Annual School Supply Drive
Ketanji Brown Jackson begins historic career as Supreme Court Justice
After her historic appointment earlier this year, Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, on Monday, October 3, 2022, started her trailblazing career as the first black woman to serve on the nation’s highest court. In her black robe, Jackson took the seat on the far end of the bench, in keeping with the High Court’s traditional seating, based on seniority. On her … [Read more...] about Ketanji Brown Jackson begins historic career as Supreme Court Justice
Retired Sheriff Richard Artison honored with award from League of Martin
On Thursday October 6, 2022, retired Sheriff Richard Artison was honored with the David Demos Award at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center, 750 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr., by Sheriff Earnell Lucus. The David Demos Award is the highest award a member of the League of Martin can receive from the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office. The award is given to members who have made a … [Read more...] about Retired Sheriff Richard Artison honored with award from League of Martin
Break the chains
The role of African Americans in the USA seems to have come full circle. African Americans came to this country in bondage more than 500 years ago. In 2022 some of the chains holding African Americans have changed. Yet, there are many old chains that are restricting African American growth on all levels. It is time for African Americans to identify and break these chains to … [Read more...] about Break the chains
Fill out the FAFSA—find money to pay for college!
High school seniors should begin the process of applying for financial aid for college and technical schools soon. The first step is to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This application shows students their eligibility for grants and loans, and is used by colleges across the country to develop each student’s financial aid package. Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Fill out the FAFSA—find money to pay for college!
Diagnosed with breast cancer at 27: “It felt like a nightmare”
Entrepreneur Diamonique Valentine was 27 when she first shared her breast cancer diagnosis on Instagram in 2019. Her diagnosis was stage 3 triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), an aggressive form of breast cancer because of how quickly it grows, according to the American Cancer Society. She decided to go to the doctor after finding a lump on her breast, but admits that … [Read more...] about Diagnosed with breast cancer at 27: “It felt like a nightmare”
This Week In Black History
October 13, 1579 – Martin de Porres, the first black saint in the Roman Catholic Church, born. October 14, 1964 – At age 35, Martin Luther King, Jr., becomes youngest man ever to win Nobel Peace Prize. October 15, 1991 – Clarence Thomas confirmed as an associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, the second African American to serve on the court. October 16, 1995 – … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue October 13, 2022
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Mayor Johnson throws out first pitch at Brewers vs. Marlins game
On Saturday, October 1, 2022, the Milwaukee hosted the Miami Marlins at American Family Field. As part of the festivities Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson threw out the ceremonial first pitch to kick off the game. Though the mayor did a commendable job throwing out the first pitch, the Brewers on the other hand blew a ninth-inning lead. Thus the Brewers squandered a great … [Read more...] about Mayor Johnson throws out first pitch at Brewers vs. Marlins game