July 14, 1955 – George Washington Carver Monument, first national park honoring an African American, is dedicated in Joplin, MO. July 15, 1867 – Maggie Lena Walker, first woman and first African American to become president of a bank. July 16, 1862 – Anti- lynching activist Ida B. Wells Barnett born. July 17, 1953 – Jesse D. Locker appointed U.S. Ambassador to … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue July 14, 2022
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Construction commences on ThriveOn building on historic King Drive
On Thursday, June 30, 2022, construction began on ThriveOn, a collaboration between Greater Milwaukee Foundation (GMF), the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and the Royal Capital Group (RCG). The collaborative is dedicated to eliminating racial, health, economic and social disparities in Milwaukee by making generational investments in the well-being of its communities. As … [Read more...] about Construction commences on ThriveOn building on historic King Drive
Northcott Neighborhood House hosts Summer Blues and Jazz concert series kick-off
On Saturday, July 2, 2022, Northcott Neighborhood House hosted the kick-off to their summer concert series, " Culture Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Summer Blues & Jazz Concert Series," at Bernice and Clinton Rose Park. The summer concert series features local and national talent. Pictured at the event are (top photo, from left) WNOV Sales Manager Doug Kelly; Northcott … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House hosts Summer Blues and Jazz concert series kick-off
Summerfest returns with three-weekend format and major acts
Summerfest returned this summer with an expanded line-up of performers and an extended format. Following their post-pandemic format from last year, Summerfest took place over 3 weekends rather than the traditional two. This not only allowed Summerfest to pack the event with more entertainers but also clean the Henry Maier Festival Park and restock food venues. Some of the … [Read more...] about Summerfest returns with three-weekend format and major acts
Overall crime rate in Milwaukee has decreased 8 percent, according to police
Chief Jeffrey Norman and Mayor Cavalier Johnson provided a mid-year crime report that indicates that the overall crime rate in 2022 has decreased by 8 percent compared to 2021. “While we should all be encouraged by the decreases we have seen in several crime categories, we need to work as hard as ever to continue to address the violent crime, reckless driving and auto theft … [Read more...] about Overall crime rate in Milwaukee has decreased 8 percent, according to police
Police have arrested person of interest in Highland Park, IL parade shooting
Robert E. Crimo III, the person of interest in the Highland Park, IL parade shooting has been captured by police. At about 6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 4, 2022, a North Chicago police officer spotted 22-year-old Robert "Bobby" E. Crimo III at Route 41 and Buckley Road, police said. Highland Park Police Chief Lou Jogmen said a police officer pulled Crimo over about 5 miles … [Read more...] about Police have arrested person of interest in Highland Park, IL parade shooting
A fond farewell and deepest thank you
By William S. Gooden The Milwaukee Times On Friday, June 17, 2022, I received an email from Rev. Judith T. Lester regretting to inform myself and the staff of the Milwaukee Times Weekly Newspaper that she had been dealing with a health issue since May and would no longer be able to continue her weekly column. Rev. Lester has been writing "The Counseling Corner" since … [Read more...] about A fond farewell and deepest thank you
Four what?
African Americans have celebrated another Independence Day in the USA. African Americans enjoyed the day off from work. African Americans dined greedily on ribs, various forms of sausage, and of course, chicken wings. Many African Americans purchased new outfits to showcase their pride in their country. With all of this expenditure by African Americans to celebrate the USA’s … [Read more...] about Four what?
Highlighting Milwaukee’s High School Graduates – Jayleen Mays
Once a week until the end of August, The Milwaukee Times Weekly Newspaper will HIGHLIGHT high school graduates from different high schools in the Milwaukee area. The 2022 high school graduates are encouraged to submit a photo, where he/she graduated, and plans after graduation. One name from those names submitted each week will be pulled until the end of August. First graduate … [Read more...] about Highlighting Milwaukee’s High School Graduates – Jayleen Mays