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
Register now for virtual learning in Fall 2022
This fall, MPS will again offer a full-time, dedicated virtual program for children whose families prefer virtual learning. The Milwaukee Public Schools Virtual Program (MVP) is available for students in K5 to grade 12. MVP carries the same accreditation and accountability required for in-person schools by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. MVP provides a more … [Read more...] about Register now for virtual learning in Fall 2022
Community joins Milwaukee Recreation at Burnham Playfield ribbon-cutting ceremony
Local leaders, community partners, and neighbors from around the city joined Milwaukee Recreation at the department's grand reopening of Burnham Playfield on Wednesday, June 29, 2022. Burnham Playfield (1755 S. 32nd St.), located on the south side of Milwaukee, is a central gathering place in the Burnham Park neighborhood. Milwaukee Recreation is in the midst of renovating … [Read more...] about Community joins Milwaukee Recreation at Burnham Playfield ribbon-cutting ceremony
COVID long-haulers: Long term health issues caused by COVID-19
COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, has sickened hundreds of thousands and killed large numbers of people worldwide. There are also several long-term effects of COVID-19. It is largely regarded as life-threatening for its effects on the lungs. COVID-19 can also cause heart damage, even in people without underlying heart problems. Coronaviruses … [Read more...] about COVID long-haulers: Long term health issues caused by COVID-19
Everything you need to know about monkeypox and the vaccine
The United States is deploying an enhanced nationwide vaccination strategy to counter the continuing spread of monkeypox, federal public health officials announced at a White House briefing on Tuesday, June 28, 2022. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is rapidly expanding access to hundreds of thousands of doses of the Jynneos vaccine, targeted to smallpox and … [Read more...] about Everything you need to know about monkeypox and the vaccine
This Week In Black History
July 7, 1948 – Cleveland Indians sign pitcher Leroy “Satchel” Paige. July 8, 1943 – Faye Wattleton, first African American director of Planned Parenthood, born. July 9, 1893 – Dr. Daniel Hale Williams performs first successful open-heart operation. July 10, 1875 – Educator Mary McLeod Bethune, founder of Bethune-Cookman College, born. July 11, 1905 – W.E.B. Dubois … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History